Lantek Manager manufacturing execution system optimises manufacturing processes and management control

Lantek has extended its catalogue of solutions with the launch of its manufacturing execution system, Lantek Manager. This software allows companies to optimise sheet metal and fabrication manufacturing processes in their factory from works order to finished product. Lantek Manager software monitors production, simplifies planning tasks, controls plant and equipment, and analyses and keeps records of manufacturing performance. Advanced search filters allow users to get a view of production in real time. The status of each product – for example, waiting, being manufactured, nested or finished – can be quickly established using the intuitive graphics. This enables managers to see the current manufacturing situation and take corrective action as necessary. By considering the load on each machine the user can optimise the issuing of works orders to the shopfloor and the creation of CADCAM programs. The Lantek Manager software can integrate with works orders generated by ERP systems and databases or it can work with works orders for individual components. The ability to visualise the loading in the workshop helps companies to make the best use of resources including machines, material and operators, for improved flexibility. Lantek Manager allows managers to assign and reserve materials and give priority to particular jobs, greatly increasing the levels of control. Additionally, the software can link to a variety of data collecting devices in the workshop allowing companies to record actual times and material usage for each nesting or manufacturing operation, generating improved productivity and valuable cost savings. Comparisons between actual and estimated costs for selected works orders produced by Lantek Manager will make it possible to carry out a detailed assessment of every aspect of the production process and its associated products. This information can help managers to set more competitive prices, be aware of the real production costs, and of any deviations from the budget. Analysis tools within Lantek Manager go a stage further, making it possible to check current production information including the pending material usage, the actual progress of works orders, the current costs incurred and the loading on each resource, while advanced management options further increase manufacturing visibility, adding to possible cost savings and profit improvements.