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Digital Transformation in Metalworking: A Case Study on Metafor's Adoption of IoT

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Applicable Industries	Paper & Pulp
Services	Training
Challenge	Metafor, a metalworking subcontractor with a wide range of products, faced a significant challenge in configuring robots for each new product on the factory floor. The process was time-consuming and required extensive coordination between operators and the welding manager. The use of paper-based work instructions often led to misunderstandings or were ignored altogether, causing inefficiencies and potential errors in the production process. Read More
About Customer	Metafor is a metalworking subcontractor with nearly 50 years of experience in the industry. They produce a wide range of metal products, each of which becomes a unique yet integral part of their customer's end-product. Metafor's extensive engineering expertise and product knowledge make them an ideal partner for customers seeking innovative solutions for their products. The company is committed to continuous improvement and innovation, as demonstrated by their adoption of digital work instructions. Read More
Solution	Metafor adopted Proceedix, a digital solution for creating and deploying work instructions. After a half-day training, the team was able to create their first digital work instructions. These instructions were more comprehensive than their paper counterparts, including images for enhanced clarity. Metafor chose to use 7-inch tablets for the implementation of these instructions, as operators did not need to have both hands free while following them. This digital transformation streamlined the process of robot configuration for new products, reducing the time and coordination previously required. Read More Log in to view content
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Applicable Industries

Paper & Pulp

Services

Training

Challenge

Metafor, a metalworking subcontractor with a wide range of products, faced a significant challenge in configuring robots for each new product on the factory floor. The process was time-consuming and required extensive coordination between operators and the welding manager. The use of paper-based work instructions often led to misunderstandings or were ignored altogether, causing inefficiencies and potential errors in the production process.

About Customer

Metafor is a metalworking subcontractor with nearly 50 years of experience in the industry. They produce a wide range of metal products, each of which becomes a unique yet integral part of their customer's end-product. Metafor's extensive engineering expertise and product knowledge make them an ideal partner for customers seeking innovative solutions for their products. The company is committed to continuous improvement and innovation, as demonstrated by their adoption of digital work instructions.

Solution

Metafor adopted Proceedix, a digital solution for creating and deploying work instructions. After a half-day training, the team was able to create their first digital work instructions. These instructions were more comprehensive than their paper counterparts, including images for enhanced clarity. Metafor chose to use 7-inch tablets for the implementation of these instructions, as operators did not need to have both hands free while following them. This digital transformation streamlined the process of robot configuration for new products, reducing the time and coordination previously required.

Impact #1	The adoption of Proceedix has brought about significant operational improvements for Metafor. The digital work instructions have not only improved clarity but also enhanced safety and quality. The time required to create work instructions has been reduced, leading to increased efficiency. The interaction between operators and supervisors has been enhanced, with supervisors now able to monitor operations remotely. This allows them to intervene on the factory floor only when necessary, freeing up their time for other tasks. Overall, the digital transformation has streamlined Metafor's production process, leading to improved operational efficiency and product quality.

Impact #1

The adoption of Proceedix has brought about significant operational improvements for Metafor. The digital work instructions have not only improved clarity but also enhanced safety and quality. The time required to create work instructions has been reduced, leading to increased efficiency. The interaction between operators and supervisors has been enhanced, with supervisors now able to monitor operations remotely. This allows them to intervene on the factory floor only when necessary, freeing up their time for other tasks. Overall, the digital transformation has streamlined Metafor's production process, leading to improved operational efficiency and product quality.

Benefit #1	Reduced time for the creation of work instructions
Benefit #2	Improved safety and quality of products
Benefit #3	Enhanced interaction between operators and supervisors

Benefit #1

Reduced time for the creation of work instructions

Benefit #2

Improved safety and quality of products

Benefit #3

Enhanced interaction between operators and supervisors

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Digital Transformation in Metalworking: A Case Study on Metafor's Adoption of IoT

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