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Revolutionizing Manufacturing with Plex MES Automation & Orchestration at Thai Summit

Thai Summit's Industry Leadership and Digital Transformation

Thai Summit, a renowned global supplier in the sheet metal stamping industry, has been leading the field for over 35 years with exceptional engineering, stamping, and assembly capabilities. With facilities in North America and Asia, Thai Summit serves a diverse global clientele while staying at the forefront of technological advancements. Their Michigan facility in Howell, which covers 1.2 million square feet, has been at the forefront of implementing cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, such as automated Visual Inspection systems and remote laser welding.

Plex MES: Empowering Thai Summit's Digital Transformation

Thai Summit embarked on a digital transformation journey, moving away from traditional methods like Excel and paper-based processes towards more sophisticated solutions like Plex MES. Since integrating Plex MES in 2017, Thai Summit has witnessed remarkable improvements such as an 80% decrease in downtime, a throughput increase of 70-112%, and an impressive 50% boost in revenue for their production line. This transition showcases Thai Summit's commitment to digitization and customer-centric operations.

Enhancing Transparency and Efficiency with MES Automation & Orchestration

Plex's MES Automation and Orchestration tools have been instrumental in revolutionizing Thai Summit's manufacturing processes. By leveraging this powerful no-code toolset, Thai Summit has automated workflows, eliminated manual data management, and improved overall accuracy, thereby saving valuable time and resources. The integration of MES A&O has significantly enhanced visibility, data capture, and problem-solving capabilities for Thai Summit, allowing them to swiftly identify and address bottlenecks and micro-stoppages.

Driving Productivity and Quality Improvements

The implementation of Plex MES A&O has yielded substantial productivity gains for Thai Summit, reducing downtime from 1.5 hours per shift to just 20 minutes or less, resulting in an impressive 80% decrease in day-to-day downtime. Through automatic tracking of downtime causes and implementing smart resource allocation, Thai Summit has increased throughput by 70-112% and significantly enhanced quality control. Additionally, by empowering employees to contribute suggestions and ideas, Thai Summit has achieved substantial cost savings and operational efficiencies.

Future Growth and Innovation with Plex MES A&O

Looking ahead, Thai Summit aims to further optimize their manufacturing operations by leveraging Plex MES A&O to enhance machine efficiency, advance maintenance practices, incorporate new technologies, and solidify their position as a leading supplier in the automotive industry. With a focus on continuous improvement and employee empowerment, Thai Summit is poised for sustained success and growth in the increasingly competitive manufacturing landscape.

The Power of Connected Supply Chain Planning: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding the Importance of Supply Chain Planning

Supply chain planning is a crucial process that involves a series of steps ranging from analyzing demands to production and operations planning. It ensures that businesses can balance supply and demand efficiently, meet delivery deadlines, forecast revenue accurately, and optimize production capacity. Sales and operations planning also play a vital role in managing various aspects of a business, such as sales, marketing, inventory, and new product introductions.

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Revolutionizing Plastics and Rubber Manufacturing with Plex Manufacturing Cloud

Unmatched Visibility and Operational Control

Plastic and rubber product manufacturers face the challenge of high-volume, high-quality production, combined with the management of precision tooling and molds. Plex Manufacturing Cloud offers a tailored solution to meet the stringent quality requirements of the industry. The platform provides total visibility and integrated quality control, empowering manufacturers to produce world-class products and drive business growth.

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