APM+ is a specialized tool management system designed specifically for manufacturing companies. Its primary purpose is to help businesses increase production efficiency by reducing setup and changeover times.
Vendor
ECI Software Solutions
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APM+ is an advanced production management software designed specifically for manufacturing companies. It extends beyond traditional ERP systems by focusing on workshop preparation at the operation level for all CNC auxiliary tools. The software aims to increase machine productivity using existing production resources by reducing setup or changeover times.
Key Features
Comprehensive Tool Management APM+ offers extensive tool management capabilities for manufacturing companies.
- Efficient use of cutting tools on CNC machines
- Complete control of tools and related processes
Quality Control The Quality+ module ensures full quality control throughout the production process.
- Guarantees top quality of the end product
- Manages and centralizes all generated measurement data
Integration and Communication APM+ facilitates seamless communication between various software and hardware components.
- Integrates with ERP, CAD/CAM, presetter, CNC machines, and 3D measuring machines
- Centralizes all generated measurement data for easy access and management
Benefits
Increased Machine Capacity APM+ helps create more machine capacity with existing production resources.
- Reduces setup and changeover times
- Optimizes the use of all production resources throughout the production process
Standardized Production Process The software standardizes and automates the production process for improved efficiency.
- Ensures cost-effective production
- Maintains product quality throughout the process
Improved Inventory Management APM+ provides optimal insight into location and inventory management.
- Eliminates the need to search for tools
- Prevents unnecessary tool inventories
Modules
APM+ consists of three main modules:
- APM+ Tool: For efficient use of cutting tools on CNC machines
- APM Link+: Manages communication between APM+ and other software/hardware
- APM Quality+: Ensures complete quality control throughout the production process