Proplanner, by Advantive, is an assembly-focused PLM system designed to improve operational efficiency in mixed model assembly environments. It allows users to easily create new process plans, centralize production data, and streamline change management with synchronized work instructions. Proplanner helps determine the 'HOW' of production by providing workflows that integrate the components of production. It is the only Assembly-Focused PLM system available today, offering predefined workflows and data models optimized for assembly planning, ensuring quick and effective deployment. Proplanner's PLM system includes 3D CAD Model Visualization/Annotation Editing, Process Video Capture and Analysis, a full Manufacturing Data Management (MDM) environment with integrated Computer Aided Process Planning (CAPP), Advanced Production Scheduling (APS) and downstream Manufacturing Execution (MES) which incorporates transactional Plan For Every Part (PFEP) electronic Kanban and Kitting.

Features:

• PLM for Manufacturing – Manufacturing Engineering Change Processing: Predefined workflows and data models optimized for assembly planning make for quick and effective deployment with guaranteed results.
• Assembly Process Planning – Time Studies, Printed Work Instructions, Line Balancing, Machine Process Planning: Integrated modules for Time Estimation, Line Balancing, Ergonomics, and Work Instructions designed specifically for assembled products guarantee the quickest results with the least amount of customization and training.
• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) – Interactive Instructions, Data Collection: Proplanner’s assembly oriented MES (Shop Floor Viewer MES) and Andon (Factboard) systems provide a bi-directional flow of task-level information between manufacturing engineers and shop floor workers.
• Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) – Unit/Order Scheduling and Sequencing: Unit-based Sequencing and daily/weekly Scheduling modules are optimized for the unique demands of complex mixed model production involving synchronized assembly lines.
• 3D Virtual Assembly – View CAD Drawings, Filter and Manipulate Assemblies: Increase the speed and quality of launching accurate work instructions and line balance scenarios to the shop floor while eliminating the cost of independent CAD viewers within Manufacturing Engineering and the Shop Floor.
• Material & Logistics – PFEP, Flow Analysis, eKanban, eKitting: A collaborative application used to document the storage and delivery plan for every part, with the ability to support execution and analysis. Low Cost, Easy to Use, and Quick Deploy eKanban and eKitting solutions designed specifically for Assembly plants.