Needs

Implementation

The introduction of Metronomo.Net was gradual. First of all, we started from the warehouse and, step by step, all departments were involved: from the warehouse to quality, from production to programming. 

A PC workstation has been installed in the warehouse and through Metronomo.Net’s Logistic&MRP module, supported by barcode technology. Subsequently, the software was implemented in other departments, installed several panel PC touch screen for operator declarations through RFID technology. 

Results

Interview with engineer  Luca Taiariol - A&B Torneria General Manager

What is your core business and what are the particularities of your production?

Our core business is the production of fittings and turned brass parts. We produce very long series and the pieces have diameters from 5 to 67 mm. Our main problem is the need to have fast and rapid processing in order to reduce lead time. We currently produce 30 to 45 tons per day of brass turned parts with productions from 2 to 4.5 sec per piece. Regarding the brass machining, the management and recovery of the chips are certainly two very important points for our type of production.

What needs have prompted you to consider adopting MES software?

The need for more structured information sharing. Before using Metronomo we had no other mechanical production management software and we got to the point where not having a complete management of data and information was an obstacle to the need for speed, speed in the execution of machining, quality controls in real time and generally with the development of a production that was versatile and fast and perfectly integrated with the other departments of the company: warehouse, quality, planning office, etc.

In which production departments did you intervene?

Throughout the Company. The introduction of Metronome was, for our needs, gradual. First of all we started from the warehouse and step by step were involved all departments: from the warehouse to quality, from production to programming. This approach was very important for us and allowed us to better integrate the system in the company.

In the warehouse we installed a PC workstation and through the module Logistic&MRP of Metronomo, supported by barcode technology, We can constantly monitor the actual stock situation in terms of quantity and allocation in stock together with needs management.

This was only the first step. Subsequently, we implemented the software in other departments, installed several panel PC touch screen for operator declarations through RFID technology. With the support of MecMatica, we connected the measuring instruments in the quality control department to ensure rapid detection and reduced the margin of error due to double imputation.

Once the project was confirmed, were the deadlines met?

Yes, the close collaboration with MecMatica was crucial for the success of the project, especially with their technical part. Our need was to proceed gradually and in a structured way, they were able step by step to support us in this important path for our company.

How many people were involved in the company?

Initially, only 5 people were subsequently involved all employees in each department. Thanks to the training by MecMatica’s technical team, Metronomo was particularly intuitive and easy to use and in line with the rhythms of our business.

Now that the Metronomo.Net MES software is operational, what has changed in the company?

Simplification in the use of information, from the acceptance of materials to the summary. Immediate visibility and sharing of information at all levels and data constantly aligned and coincident with the real situation, also greater speed and timeliness in solving problems, All this has helped to reduce lead time and improve business performance.

Are there any further developments or projects planned with MecMatica?

The software is fully operational but the customizations are not finished and there is still work to be done. Probably maintenance management and a pilot project on our washing plant.