COSCOM - Tool MES for controlled provisioning process

The resources primarily involved in the production process (man, machine and raw material) are controlled by MES software modules and any accompanying processes such as raw material procurement, machine maintenance, personnel resource planning, etc. are initiated. However, the planned provision of current production data and the required operating resources are not part of standard MES systems. COSCOM supplements classic MES systems with the controlled tool provision process in production. Mobile WEB applications are the key to digital process control!

The COSCOM tool management solution positions itself with digital control of the provisioning processes in the systematic gap of a classic MES system. The software company's many years of project experience show that the technology available today and the digital competence of the employees are available to such an extent that the resource provisioning process, which has received little attention to date, can also be tackled in the area of digitalization. Process monitoring using MES key figures (e.g. OEE), which is often already in use, proves that the timely and correct provision of operating resources has great potential for increasing efficiency in the production process.

As the provision of operating resources, i.e. tools, clamping and measuring equipment, runs across several work areas in a company and usually requires several resources to be involved, the experience of the COSCOM experts shows that the provision of operating resources requires its own provision order. Within the COSCOM tool management system, this sub-order is reported to the actual production order from production planning. In this way, potential delays to a planned production start can be identified in good time and appropriate measures initiated.

In addition to order tracking, the individualization of the required tools is also gaining in importance. During the provisioning process, the cutting tools assembled into a complete tool receive individual data from the tool presetting (actual dimensions) and are assigned material-dependent tool life (or remaining tool life). This is important data that is necessary for smooth order processing on the machine. Highly automated manufacturing companies work with RFID technologies (RFID chips with data storage on the tool) for tool customization. However, the COSCOM solution also offers smart APPs to centrally store or retrieve individual information. This makes this data more visible, employees can access this information from any location and the identification of tools in the production environment is significantly simplified.

With these operational process modules in a classic tool management system, COSCOM achieves the status of a tool MES system: from detailed tool deployment planning with availability checks, tool data acquisition and tool provision, through to communication with the ERP and automation level.

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COSCOM is a leading software system house that standardizes, networks and optimizes production data in the machining industry. The connection between the ERP system and production is a top priority. Projects in tool management, tool and data management, CAD/CAM and machine simulation as well as Infopoint / DNC networking are realized around the CNC machine. Competence in consulting and target-oriented project management are the basis for joint success - one contact, one responsibility, one successful project!

The networking of COSCOM software products creates different, interface-free process solutions for the networking of all participants on the store floor. The main benefits for the user are a more efficient machining process with better product quality, greater adherence to deadlines and lower production costs. COSCOM offers everything from a single source - from software development, process consulting, sales and project management with implementation through to training/coaching, service and support.

COSCOM has been active on the market since 1978 and is therefore one of the most experienced providers in the field of production automation and digitization in machining. Around 6,000 COSCOM solutions and around 25,000 machines and systems are currently networked with COSCOM systems throughout Europe. COSCOM as a partner means investment security, future security and innovation security for the customer.

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