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Variant configuration in the kitchen industry

data or product catalogues, the point-of-sales software for customer-specific information, the variant configurator in the company, and production planning and control for generating all production-relevant [...] necessary for production implementation. Again, an individual set of rules works in the background, configuring the necessary production information from the characteristics of the product description. [...] when an order is placed. Production data preparation The first step in production data preparation is the import of the data with renewed validation of the quality for production. If errors occur, the entire

Tackling the housing shortage with timber construction

automated series production. The HOMAG Group is also on board: Its subsidiary Schuler Consulting has supported B&O in the factory planning, while WEINMANN is delivering the production systems. [...] without any problems. As he decided against any unnecessary frills and many parts looked the same, production using the WEINMANN systems of a B&O partner company proceeded quickly. A novel building method [...] and enclosed with panels of wood or other sustainable materials. Multi-function bridges subsequently cut out the recesses for doors, windows, and ducts. The remaining cavities are then filled with insulating

Automation in the solid wood sector

and the resulting need for a more extensive value chain within production. However, the sometimes higher complexity and variance of products and processes as well as the more elaborate logistics along the [...] component tracking and quality control in production. Many of these challenges make it virtually impossible to implement automation in the sense of batch size 1 production at the present time. Automation using [...] material handling and intralogistics. In panel furniture production, the challenge is to form stable and safe stacks that can be transported through production without damage. The sometimes complex stacking patterns

Orientating a path to advanced prefabrication with WEINMANN

our market”. “We had built some simple table jigs with hydraulics to build wall panels, and the production line consisted of a component station, framing station and sheathing station. As for floor panels [...] team at the beginning, we would all work together through the entire process; sales, design and production. We would then all go to the project site to assist the customer with the installation of the panels [...] This experience really helped us understand the customers ‘pain points’ and how can we make the product better,” said Marc. Over the following years, market acceptance for prefabrication grew and the business

Package of measures adopted to boost efficiency and reduce capacity at HOMAG

the world's leading provider of integrated solutions for production in the woodworking industry and woodworking shops. Its 14 specialized production sites, about 20 Group-owned sales and service companies [...] HOMAG Group offers its customers solutions for digitized production, based on digital data continuity from point of sale through the entire production process, combined with a comprehensive software suite [...] will improve HOMAG Group’s basis for profitable growth in the future. In addition to the planned job cuts, the package also entails other flexibilization instruments such as the reduction of working-hour

TEK Contracts accelerates with DRILLTEQ V-310 & EDGETEQ S-300

HOMAG’s ongoing support and machinery that enhances productivity and product quality, TEK Contracts is well-positioned to meet future demands, increase production capacity, and capitalise on new market opportunities [...] . “For example, we’re now able to essentially provide flatpacks of furniture – with the parts pre-cut, edged, and drilled – as well as pre-assembled furniture, which has increased our potential client

Richmond Furniture invests in HOMAG DRILLTEQ H-600

offers a small bespoke retail service. “Our business has been built on providing quality, best value products delivered on time and within budget,” explains Richmond Furniture’s managing director, Gary Tootell [...] over time. “HOMAG has a long and well established history of designing and manufacturing robust, cutting edge woodworking machinery. There’s no doubt, buying into this heritage gives you peace of mind and [...] machine’s capabilities that they weren’t aware of, so it was good value all round.” Better quality products with short return on investment “The DRILLTEQ H-600 enables us to work directly from barcodes. Each

Truwood opens up new avenues with complete edgebanding package

Since it began production in 1981, Truwood has built its reputation on providing bespoke joinery and associated works for both new build and refurbishment projects. The family owned and managed company [...] wood edge bander, but with laminates becoming more and more popular our old machine just wasn’t cutting the mustard. So we began to look for a replacement. “Initial research was carried out at Xylexpo [...] decision to purchase. “Although it wasn’t the cheapest option, the quality and specification of its products stood out. Derek Reid, HOMAG’s area manager, encouraged us with both his knowledge and approach

Precise and efficiant – even for small quantities

entire production process, increase capacity and quality, and to create an innovative workplace for employees. Now, after the first two months, Hänsler is already in a position to say that production times [...] part of the business, with the contract production of elements making up another key area. Hänsler is currently working on a project in the area of element production that encompasses elements of approx. [...] — despite an ongoing shortage of skilled workers. However, existing technologies for automated production frequently involve high levels of investment, and are therefore out of reach for smaller businesses

USA: On the road to the high-tech factory

first have a concept for production and then to create an information flow concept for production. Production requirements, e.g. the sorting of parts (when and how) and production logistics provide an important [...] order intake is to be handled completely with an online product configurator. Work preparation and production itself should be paperless and production data should be generated automatically. Efficient work [...] planer. Today, with approximately 20 employees and a production floor of almost 6,000 m2, Nexis 3 is at a crossroads between craft and industrial production. This is exactly where the problem arose: Steve found