Mestec Cloud MES

Mestec Cloud MES is a cloud-based Manufacturing Execution System (MES) that, according to the vendor, aims to enhance factory performance in terms of labor productivity, overall equipment effectiveness, quality, and compliance. The solution is said to be suitable for companies of all sizes, ranging from small enterprises to large corporations. It caters to manufacturing professionals across various industries, including aerospace and defense, automotive, electronics, food, industrial, medical devices, and project engineering.

Key Features

Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS): According to the vendor, this feature enables comprehensive finite capacity planning, allowing users to model the constraints of the supply chain and manufacturing operations. It also offers what-if scenario analysis to assess the potential impact of changes to demand, production, deliveries, and shift patterns. Users can monitor real-time progress through a live schedule adherence Gantt chart.

Asset Performance Management: The vendor claims that this feature allows users to accurately track asset performance by recording downtime and automatically acquiring data. It also includes tool tracking and management capabilities for efficient utilization of tools and equipment. Real-time Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) monitoring is available to optimize asset performance.

Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) Connectivity: According to the vendor, Mestec Cloud MES offers connectivity to both modern and legacy equipment using IIoT technology for real-time data capture. Additionally, it provides power consumption monitoring to track and optimize energy usage in the factory.

Paperless Factory: The vendor states that this feature eliminates the need for paper-based processes by providing electronic work-to lists and work instructions, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of shop floor operations. It also includes bar code scanning and touchscreen-based shop floor data collection for increased productivity and reduced errors. Furthermore, electronic install-base and receipt and dispatch management improve traceability and inventory management.

ERP Integration: According to the vendor, Mestec Cloud MES seamlessly integrates with leading ERP providers such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft, Epicor, and Sage. This integration allows for real-time data exchange between MES and ERP systems, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information. Integration tools, including RESTful APIs and MQTT, facilitate easy integration with other systems.

Quality and Compliance Management: The vendor claims that this feature enables users to perform quality checks and manage non-conformances to ensure compliance with quality standards. It also offers detailed manufacturing workflow definition and enforcement for consistent and auditable processes. Users can monitor process parameters and record rework to enhance quality control.

Manufacturing KPIs and Performance Management: According to the vendor, Mestec Cloud MES provides over 130 standard dashboards and KPIs for real-time visibility into labor utilization, on-time delivery, scrap and rejects, downtime analysis, and more. It includes labor management features such as time and attendance, skills management, and electronic timesheets. Additionally, it offers inventory management features for materials management, label printing, and traceability.