More than “just” a tool administration system – Hoffmann Group Connected Manufacturing

What could my work look like with Connected Manufacturing?

When it comes to machining, transparent tool management, more efficient production processes and more productive employees are key to retaining your competitive edge

More productive employees

Proven results in day-to-day work:


Schüßler Modell- & Prototypenbau GmbH
revamped its working time models, moving away from shift work to letting employees choose their working hours and work from home arrangements for themselves. The result: a sharp increase in the employees’ flexibility and independence, and a working model that ultimately went down very well.

Higher production capacity

Proven results in day-to-day work:


Ever since Schüßler Modell- & Prototypenbau GmbH
introduced Connected Manufacturing, it has seen improvements in all aspects of the production process, including:
  • Around 20% less downtime, corresponding to roughly 60 hours each month
  • Workflows are 55% more effective in conjunction with the GARANT automation solution, enabling the number of machines to be reduced from 6 to 3.
  • Reworking rate reduced from 33% to less than 22%
  • 15% fewer rejects
In the case of Mühlhoff Umformechnik GmbH, an analysis was run to determine how the use of digital solutions affected the spindle runtime. To this end, the results before and after the introduction of Connected Manufacturing were compared. By changing over to Connected Manufacturing as the data management solution and using CAM programming and automated machinery, the company saw 33% higher utilisation of the spindle runtime across all machines used.

Lower tool costs

Proven results in day-to-day work:


Thanks to Connected Manufacturing, Schüßler Modell- & Prototypenbau GmbH increased its tool utilisation rate by 25%, significantly cutting its tool costs accordingly.

Which interfaces can be used with Connected Manufacturing?

The portfolio already includes several systems – and more are constantly being added

We currently have all major providers for connections to machine controllers on board – meaning we already cover 90% of the market.

Connected Manufacturing gives you a complete overview of where all your tools and machines are along with their status – meaning you can set up and document your jobs on your machines reliably and efficiently.

What is Connected Manufacturing?

Your solution when your best worker is on holiday.

Your centralised tool database.
Your complete tools at a glance – across all the different manufacturers. Your workflows recorded digitally.

Your solution when questions about delivery dates put you in the hot seat.

Your digital work schedule with live status. Accessible any time, anywhere.
Your dedicated line between the Production and Work Planning teams.
Your central source of production expertise.

Your (digital) solution when you need to take action.

Your personal adviser which tidies up your tool database and guarantees that tools can be issued 24/7. And that banishes paper from the Production department.

Your solution when it all gets too much for you.

Your link between all important systems. Your source of structure and order. Your Production department that organises itself.
Your employees know the score when it comes to the order – and now you do, too!

CAM programming

Keep an eye on production from the comfort of your office.

  • Maintain an overview of your tool stocks (individual and complete tools) and their status and location, and re-order tools at an early stage
  • Consistent tool logic and overarching tool tables for the use of tools on all machines
  • Provide programs and drawings for machines directly and gain access to optimised NC programs without any special effort

It’s so simple to integrate Connected Manufacturing into your production process. In our experience, it only takes around 3 months on average to go from implementing the solution to being able to use it fully in production.
Our consultants will be glad to assist with a holistic support strategy (including a project owner all the way through to live operations) throughout the entire process.

Take advantage of our expert advice

  • What exactly is Connected Manufacturing?
  • Can I see it live in action beforehand?

Detailed analysis

  • How are you currently performing your work?
  • Which production processes are required in future?
  • Which systems are already in use and need to be integrated?
  • What is the condition of your existing machinery?
  • What could the first step look like and what is the final vision?

Project preparation

  • We work together with you to set up a tool nomenclature system.
  • We work together with you to start logging tool serial numbers.
  • We prepare the machine interfaces.
  • We assist your IT with the security and network requirements.

Commissioning

  • We work together with you to build up your centralised tool database.
  • We take care of the technical requirements – including with other manufacturers.
  • We get the machine connection up and running.
  • We put the entire process through its paces with comprehensive tests.
  • We draw up a transparent handover report.

Training

  • We train your employees so you can get going the very next day.
  • Each employee will receive a training certificate.
  • We remain by your side once everything is complete – in person or via our helpline.

What steps can and must I take myself when introducing CM?

Define a tool logic.

Prepare the tool data.

Prepare the tools and storage locations.

Obtain the terminal devices.

Establish the IT infrastructure. Integrate the machines into the network.

Enable the interfaces. Integrate the appliance/interface into the network.

Who’s already doing it? Our testimonials

Would you like to find out more?

We’d be pleased to help you.

Use the free Connected Manufacturing callback service here.

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Paperless production reduces non-productive times by 30 percent

Automotive supplier Mühlhoff switches to digital order processing, project management and tool administration

More efficient tool administration saves time and money in production

SMP Schüssler is making its processes for producing plastic and metal prototypes fit for the future

Digital tools revolutionise Maschinenbau Ortmanns

The Hoffmann Group is making machine manufacturer Ortmanns fit for the future with its Connected Manufacturing Connected Metrology solution.

“Digital Oldie” helps Georg Sahm GmbH & Co. KG achieve greater efficiency

With Connected Manufacturing, Volker Schmiedel is ushering in a new era at Georg Sahm.


How can I get Connected Manufacturing?

I’m interested in the tool administration solution...

... But I need some more information and I’m having difficulty envisaging it all.
... As a customer, what steps do I need to get ready for and what preparatory work is required?


Keep track and get off to a flying start

  • No duplicate retention of data thanks to ERP interfaces
  • Production times and unit quantities can be synced with the ERP system
  • Document workflows, clamping situations and set-up work

  • A single tool library for the entire Production department
  • Bring in consistent nomenclature
  • Tool data and tool history
  • Stock control
  • Simple logistics thanks to flexible logging of serial numbers using RFID, QR, data matrix etc.

  • Simple 3D definition of tools
  • Access to 1.2 million tool data records from 49 manufacturers
  • In future: options to export data to different CAM systems.
  • Supplement existing tool databases

  • Set-up lists and tooling sheets
  • Interfaces with pre-setting devices
  • Integration of GARANT Tool24 industrial vending solutions.
  • Unloading lists

  • All NC files available in a central location
  • Can be transferred to the control system
  • Save optimised versions of files

  • Predefined user roles for peace of mind as you get started
  • Customisable rights system
  • Unlimited user numbers

  • Overview of what is currently happening with your production
  • Highlight potential improvements
  • Help with organising work and processes

  • Customisable overviews, e.g. for each machine or employee
  • Overview of upcoming tasks and orders
  • Direct access to upstream tasks or Tool Planning

Digitalise your production process with Connected Manufacturing!

Borries Schüler and Andreas Kastner show you how you can efficiently manage your tools digitally. Using the software Connected Manufacturing enables you to see what is happening in production in real time, which jobs are on the machine and which tools have to be set up. You can digitally retrieve tool and measurement data at any time > Maintain an overview and get started!
Test the introductory package for a month - free of charge!

A solution for any challenge

Expert advice

Our consultants keep up to date with the latest developments at all times and would be pleased to provide advice tailored to your circumstances as required. Work with them to find the ideal solution for you!

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Free white paper

To the white paper “Connected Manufacturing: Greater efficiency and added value for machining”.

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Potential calculator

The OEE potential calculator calculates the overall system effectiveness of your machines based on production data and identifies the potential to boost turnover in your company. Try it out now!
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GARANT Tool24 Smartline

Discover the potential of the GARANT Tool24 industrial vending solutions

The GARANT Tool24 industrial vending solutions create greater efficiency in procurement and supply, with a comprehensive data-based approach! Leverage all the benefits of GARANT Tool24 thanks to seamless integration with “Connected Manufacturing” from the Hoffmann Group.

GARANT VG1

GARANT VG1 pre-setting device – the right coordinates for pre-setting perfected

Using RFID technology, the relevant data is sent directly and accurately from the pre-setting device to the Hoffmann Group’s “Connected Manufacturing” solution, where it is available centrally for further processing.

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What are the specific implementation steps?

How do I benefit from Connected Manufacturing?

Connected Manufacturing now enables me to make my production workflows transparent.

  • As a production manager, you can see what is happening in your Production department – at any time and from anywhere.
  • As a company director, you can rest assured that your employees know how to get the most out of the machines.
  • As a work planner, you can see all production-related information with a simple click of the mouse.
  • As a CAM programmer, you can look into the tool magazine without needing to stick your head in the machine.
  • As a machine operator, your work becomes simple and stress-free because the software knows when and where the various tools are needed.
  • And if you ever need to step in and cover for somebody, you can simply continue working where your colleague left off.
  • … and say goodbye to pushing paper around! #papermakesnosense

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