Global Competitiveness of Machinery Producing Enterprises

Businesses operating in the machinery manufacturing sector must continuously use innovative technologies and advanced production processes to increase their competitiveness in the global market. The competitiveness of businesses in this sector is measured by key performance indicators such as productivity, quality and cost effectiveness. Globally, 60% of machinery manufacturers have managed to increase their production capacity and product quality by adopting digitalization and automation in their production processes. Machinery manufacturers, especially in countries such as Germany, Japan and the USA, gain a competitive advantage with advanced production technologies and strong R&D investments. By utilizing advanced manufacturing systems such as MES (Manufacturing Execution System), these enterprises are achieving productivity increases of up to 20% and quality improvements of up to 15% in their production processes. These improvements help machine manufacturers to be more competitive in the global market and increase customer satisfaction.

Specific Problems and Solutions with MES Systems
1. Design and Engineering Issues
Design Change Management
Issue: Design changes are not communicated and integrated into the production line in a timely manner.
Solution: MES systems provide real-time data integration and change management so that design changes are immediately communicated to the production line. This helps implement design changes quickly and accurately.

2. Raw Material and Material Issues
Issue: Materials do not meet quality standards.
Solution: MES systems integrate material traceability and quality control processes, ensuring that low-quality materials are detected and excluded from the production process. It also monitors quality control data in real time, immediately detecting deviations in material quality.

3. Production and Processing Issues
CNC Machining Errors
Issue: Programming errors and incorrect machining of parts on CNC machines.
Solution: MES systems integrate with CNC machines to centrally manage the programs of machining processes. This minimizes programming errors and ensures that processes are performed in accordance with standards.

4. Assembly Problems
Incorrect Assembly
Issue: Incorrect assembly of subassemblies and final assemblies.
Solution: MES systems digitally provide assembly instructions and processes, enabling operators to assemble correctly. They also monitor assembly processes in real time, instantly detecting incorrect assemblies and initiating corrective actions.

5. Welding and Joining Problems
Source Errors
Issue: Cracks or poor joining of weld seams.
MES Solution: MES systems follow standard operating procedures and quality control steps for welding processes, ensuring that welding processes are performed accurately and in accordance with standards. It also provides immediate feedback by monitoring welding processes.

6. Electrical and Electronic Assembly Problems
Wiring Errors
Problems: Incorrect connection of electrical cables and installation errors.
Solution: MES systems provide digital instructions and checklists for electrical and electronic assembly processes, ensuring correct wiring. It also reduces the risk of errors by monitoring each stage of the assembly processes.

7. Testing and Quality Control Issues
Functional Test Failures
Issue: Unexpected machine downtime and poor performance during testing.
Solution: MES systems record and analyze the results of functional tests in real time. This enables immediate feedback on testing processes and quick corrective action.

8. Packaging and Transportation Issues
Packaging Errors
Issue: Damage to products due to inadequate or incorrect packaging.
Solution: MES systems ensure correct packaging by digitally providing packaging instructions and processes. They also monitor packaging processes, detecting errors immediately and implementing corrective actions.