ATS Global Implements Manufacturing Intelligence System by Integrating PLM for a Leading Aerospace Engine OEM

Purpose

• Create advanced precision production processes
• Ensure process integrity by ensuring all components undergo stringent quality control procedures

Project Scope

• Process data collection direct from the machine PLCs or NC controller with in-line analysis
• ERP and PLM systems integrations
• Design and deploy the complete suite of necessary IT infrastructure – ATS Industrial PCs, ATS Resilient Factory Servers, Industrial Ethernet networking, security policies, etc.
• 24/7 support

Solution Approach

• Created a “closed loop” control system
• Process data collection direct from the machine PLCs or NC controller with in-line analysis
• Tools included- Machine monitoring, CMM (co-ordinate measurement machines), Visual inspection tools and defect cluster analysis, In-line SPC tools, Various operational dashboards
• PLM integration for one plant with gradual global roll-out

Systems & Tools

• Siemens TeamCenter PLM