GARANT Automation & Hoffmann Group Connected Manufacturing
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GARANT Automation loading systems enable cross-manufacturer automation of existing machining centres without interfering with the control system. Connected Manufacturing is a shop floor management system that controls tools from CAM to machine and production orders from ERP to delivery. The combination of both systems creates, for the first time, open, machine-independent automation of the entire manufacturing process. A new feature is the automation of tool and material provision, independent of the manufacturer – without the limitations of closed cells. This enables customers to achieve up to 30% more productivity.
The Jury‘s Statement
The automation of tool and material supply in manufacturing is often restricted by manufacturer-specific systems and closed cells, which limits efficiency and flexibility. With Connected Manufacturing, GARANT Automation loading systems provide an open, machine-independent solution that connects existing machining centres without interfering with their control systems and digitally maps the entire manufacturing process. The modular cloud solution enables seamless management and tracking of tools in real time, significantly reduces search and set-up times, and minimises downtime. This innovative combination opens up new potential for efficiency and competitiveness, particularly for medium-sized enterprises.
