Are you looking for a modern, streamlined MES system?
conMES supports general MES and mill-specific functions!
The scalable MES solution, not only for roll-based manufacturing
AThere are many MES solutions on the market, but most either fail to fully support your unique production processes or tie you into a rigid
vendor ecosystem. conMES takes a different approach: it’s a flexible, modern, and open Manufacturing Execution System (MES) that provides robust
core functionalities out of the box while remaining easily adaptable to your specific requirements.
Built on state-of-the-art technology and an open architecture, conMES can be deployed on-premise or in the cloud. It can be seamlessly combined with
the database of your choice, and gives you full control over maintenance – whether managed by us or your internal team.
With conMES, you get the freedom, flexibility, and future-readiness your production environment needs. In addition to the standard MES functions, the software convinces with functions that are specifically tailored to the mill industry.
Your production control with conMES
conMES is an MES template based on Node.js, especially for roll-based manufacturing (Pulp&Paper, Metals, Textile), which can be flexibly and quickly adapted to your individual requirements. Generic functions such as order confirmation can be used for various industries.
The conMES template is offered in the following system architecture:
- Node.js und Typescript as business- and integration layers
- SAP UI5 as frontend technology
- Versatile options for machine connection, for example via OPC
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Advantages for your (roll-to-roll) manufacturing
Extensive features
also functions specific to the mill industry, such as support for combined production orders, integration of cutting optimization software, or definition of reworking routes.
Customizable user interfaces
for individual mapping of even complex production processes and optimal worker guidance
Modular structure
expandable interfaces to SAP ERP and non-SAP systems
Flexible reporting
with MSSQL Reporting Services, Grafana, through integrated reporting or connection to external solutions
Machine connection
provides flexible operating and deployment options as well as high availability
Modern system architecture
with different technologies: OPC-UA, database transfer, HTTP, MQTT
Features and Visualization
- Comprehensive interfaces:
ERP integration
Connection via IDOC, RFC and HTTP, master and transaction data integration, feedback on inventory and controlling objects, as well as QM and HR integration.
Label printing
Integration with various label printing solutions. Support of different production or customer facing label types, interface to external labelling solutions, logic based on material, production order and work center data to find correct label and printer.
Machine connection
Connectivity to manufacturing equipment using OPC-UA, MQTT or database transfer. Data pool to store and query machinery data and events.
- Shopfloor Management:
Labor time tracking
Worker logon to work centers and activities. Multi machine assigments possible. Aliquotation of times to production operations.
Stock Management
Simple storage management. Connectivity with ERP for material movements, consumptions and confirmations.
- Production:
Overview
Gain overview of current production and machine utilization.
User interface
Use unified, modern, and configurable worker UI to support necessary overview and functionallity
Single piece tracking
Trace produced pieces over multiple production steps, including splitting and merging
Machine event tracking
Machine status tracking inkluding downtimes, with calculation and aliquotation of production times.
Mill-specific processes
Support for mill combination orders and complex cutting processes, defect tracking with consideration of machine configuration and dimension changes, support for different leading units in one production order
Work instructions
Integrated with SAP ERP, work instructions are transferred and shown to the worker on the specific operation.
Tool management
Tools can be downloaded from SAP ERP and assigned to work centers. This ensures complience with the quality requirements and provides traceability.
QM integration
Record QM results according to SAP QM specifications, see and maintain multiple records and post them to SAP QM.
NC processes
Record defects, defect tracking across multiple production step, scrap and semifinised material postings, insert rework operations and create reworking routes for specific pieces
Image: Overview of the production
Image: Individual parts tracking across all production processes, including splitting and assembly
Bild: Modern and uniform worker interfaces
- Reporting
Microsoft Reporting Services
MSSQL Reporting Service can be used to create self service reports using MES data for the shop floor and management.
Grafana integration
Create live dashboards and data visualizations.
Integrated reports
E.g., overview of KPIs in the production area, overview of shifts
Technical requirements
- SAP PP, SAP MM
- Optional: Use of the modules SAP WM/SAP EWM, QM, HR
- Microsoft SQL Server, alternatively among others SAP S/4HANA, Oracle or PostgreSQL
- Interfaces such as OPC servers for machine connection
Frequently asked questions
What does conMES stand for?
concircle Manufacturing Execution System. conMES is our MES solution for complex and individal production processes and requirements.
Who is conMES intended for?
conMES provides general MES functionallity that can be used to execute production processes in many industries. On top in includes mill industry specific features like order splitting or defect tracking even when the material dimensions change.
Does conMES integrate with my ERP system?
conMES is designed to integrate closely with SAP S/4HANA ERP-systems and leverage its functionallity whereever possible.
Is conMES available in the cloud?
The software can be deployed on premise or in the cloud.
How long does implementation take?
The solution is intended to address your specific requirements. Before an implementation, we conduct an specification phase to estimate the effort and time needed for implementation.
Do you offer any maintenance packages?
The application can be maintained by your IT department or also by Concircle. We provide maintenance packages and normally have a close relationship with our customers to enhance and maintain conMES after the project phase.
Gernot Baumgartner
Product Manager conMES
Do you have questions about this solution, please contact me for a non-binding discussion!
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