Value chain transformation with Voortman's automation and digitization

In the rapidly changing and competitive landscape in which sheet metal workers find themselves, a 360-degree view of processes is essential. Fortunately, digitization provides powerful tools to access cross-company data, allowing sheet metal workers to make informed decisions to optimize processes. Voortman Steel Machinery, a leader in industrial automation and CNC steelworking machinery, supports its customers in this effort by providing tools and solutions to effectively collect, connect and analyze data, transforming every step of their value chain.

Looking at this value chain, it is often quickly apparent to customers that significant savings in terms of efficiency, time and cost can be realized within each step. The process begins with a customer request, which requires an accurate quotation. With Voortman's quoting solutions, there is no need to worry about complex and time-consuming order processing or quotation generation. Voortman's quoting module accurately reflects factory operations, including non-secondary operations, giving customers accurate costing. In addition, the job preparation process can be significantly simplified by eliminating manual and duplicate work, also taking advantage of the built-in intelligence of Voortman's machines. Litters are automatically created and assigned to the most appropriate machines.

The success of sheet metal workers is not only determined by the right machines - it requires accurate scheduling to respond to existing contracts, win new contracts, meet deadlines and remain flexible. Voortman's real-time scheduling solutions, such as VACAM Scheduling Overview, give customers complete control over shop floor activities and ensure maximum flexibility without obstacles. The Operator Dashboard allows real-time visibility into process times, machine schedules, remaining operations and more.