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Parameter optimization under real conditions? Yes, we can! 🦾 Many tools sound great in theory, but hidden problems and bugs often emerge when applied in real-world scenarios. For us, it’s crucial that our tools provide genuine value and don't turn improvements into setbacks. We aim to accelerate the enhancement of production processes, detect errors, and automatically correct them. Christoph Mussauer, head of the Injection Molding Technology Group at SKZ – Das Kunststoff-Zentrum in Würzburg, had the opportunity to see our parameter optimizer, Hopper, in action at the Technology Day at the end of June and found: “Indeed, Hopper's suggestions improved the component, from the setting I applied before”. If you want to learn more about our Tool Hopper, check out one of our latest posts or visit our website  ⬇️ 📲 https://shorturl.at/CkfqS   🌐 https://lnkd.in/eA9dKZ66 #ProcessOptimization #ManufacturingAI #plus10 #Hopper #SKZ 

We’re manufacturing an order of NSO 2422-14 straight wall containers for one of the leading industrial packaging companies in North America today. These containers, available in 12” x 15”, 24” x 15”, and 24” x 22” footprints, are fully compatible with 48” x 45” AIAG pallet systems. We’ve programmed a cutting-edge KraussMaffei machine and robot tandem to execute the manufacturing of these containers to perfection — because in these projects, every detail matters. Straight wall containers that do not have consistently straight side walls have been a frustration that has plagued the automotive and manufacturing industries for decades. Though it seems like a minor issue, inconsistent side walls — as well as side walls that aren’t to spec — can cause damage to the parts and products contained within them. Through years of design, engineering, and testing, and with continued investment in the latest state-of-the-art technology, we have developed the straightest straight walls in the industry. When we manufacture our NSOs, we utilize a proprietary material blend and a meticulously developed process to deliver unwavering quality, order after order.

Low-volume high-complexity parts is where it is at.

With frequent changes needed in products and their packaging, it is essential for manufacturing lines to be more adaptable than ever. Previously, machine builder Gerhard Schubert GmbH Verpackungsmaschinen manufactured form and spare parts at its headquarters and shipped them to its customers all over the world. Now, thanks to additive manufacturing and advanced manufacturing platforms, form and spare parts can be printed at the customer’s site. As a result, lead time decreased by 90%, logistics-related greenhouse gas emissions decreased by 80%, and storage costs are greatly reduced. What does this mean in practice? The new business model from Schubert is explained in the following use case with its customer Börlind: https://sie.ag/5SGtnT #AdditiveManufacturing #Manufacturing #3DPrinting

► A Client's Journey on the DBR77.com Platform   I’d like to share a story about a project we worked on using the DBR77 platform. It's about how a digital twin helped an automotive lighting manufacturer design an optimal production line.     ► Case Study: Automotive Lighting Manufacturer   Our client, an automotive lighting manufacturer in southern Poland, employs 270 people and occupies 28,000 m², including a 12,000 m² warehouse. Production processes include injection molding, painting, electroplating, assembly, labeling, quality control, and packaging. The plant manager needed to design a new production line layout focusing on throughput and labor efficiency.     ► Our Actions   1. Building the Digital Twin:   * We created a digital twin to replicate material flow.   * Defined work times for stations and described the dynamics of transport.   * Mapped out animation paths for a complete material flow simulation.   2. Analyzing Plant Layout Variants:   * Developed three different layout variants.   * Compared material flow times and productivity for each variant.    ► Results and Insights   The most efficient layout included a central buffer warehouse. Although this layout didn’t have the shortest material flow time, it increased daily productivity by 6% compared to a linear setup without an intermediate warehouse. Thanks to the digital twin, the company conducted a comprehensive dynamic analysis in just a week, significantly improving processes and productivity.     ► Why Digital Twins Are Essential?  * Rapid Prototyping: Quickly create and test different production layouts.   * Material Flow Analysis: Optimize material flows to minimize downtime and increase efficiency.   * Multithreaded Simulation: Simultaneously simulate multiple production scenarios to speed up decision-making.     ► This is just one example of how DBR77’s digital twin technology can revolutionize production line design and boost operational efficiency. 🌟     ► For more details, please visit: https://lnkd.in/dA88n2xR   ☞ I also encourage you to subscribe to our newsletter, where we present new case studies from our work on our digital twin every week. See if it can help you too. Subscribe on LinkedIn https://lnkd.in/d3V_7vxn   #DigitalTwin #ManufacturingExcellence #Industry40 #ProductionOptimization #DBR77

Partnership is key🔑 to success!

Flexibility & Profitability Labeling is the unsung hero of production, ensuring you meet regulations, track quality, and keep customers informed. Besides the usual use-by date, labels carry encoded info about production dates, shifts, and the machines used. This data is a lifesaver during recalls, helping pinpoint issues quickly. Want to run a contest or a seasonal campaign? Our flexible labeling systems make it a breeze. Labels and codes go on during or right after packaging, keeping pace with your production line. Whether it’s barcodes, data matrix codes, or custom graphics, we’ve got you covered on smooth, uneven, or porous surfaces. In short, our labeling solutions are like the Swiss Army knives of the production world—versatile, reliable, and ready for anything. #technology #continuousinkjetsystems #markingandcoding #flexibility #profitability #labeling https://lnkd.in/gHVa3Yj6

Make parts that make money. Simplify manufacturing by replacing complex, manual processes with manufacturing and inventory management software, Markforged Digital Source. With the Digital Source you’re no longer stockpiling inventory but strategically streamlining, printing on-demand parts at the point of need. https://lnkd.in/gqKsy-vU

Failed print jobs aren’t just frustrating; they halt production and impact your bottom line. But the new F3300 has a plan for that. It’s called redundancy. It’s not only a good idea, it’s patented. Take a look! https://okt.to/UgkiZO #F3300 #BuiltforManufacturing #additivemanufacturing #addstratasys #Redundancy #MakeAdditiveWorkForYou