Daniel Bröker
Head of Customer Success and Implementation - SaaS
daniel.broeker@dmgmori.com
Composable MES system: TULIP
TULIP is the digital toolbox for custom manufacturing applications that support paperless production – up to a MES system. TULIP connects people and machines in digital processes and makes real-time production data available everywhere. With TULIP, manufacturing companies can easily design and implement a modern MES system using team knowledge on a no-code platform without programming skills.
- Create apps for any use case and complexity
- Digitally capture, provide, and securely store expert knowledge
- Reduce errors through improved quality control
- Make real-time production data available everywhere
Highlights
The digital toolbox for individual applications in production
In times of skilled labor shortages and increasing optimization pressure, the digitization of manufacturing processes is a necessary measure. The invaluable knowledge of the remaining skilled workers must also be secured for the future of the company. The implementation of appropriate measures is increasingly carried out through the use of agile and adaptable solutions. With TULIP for paperless manufacturing, applications for individual processes are designed and the real-time data obtained is used for continuous production process improvement. In this process, users become developers and create fully functional industrial applications with over 100 customizable app templates without programming skills – up to the MES system (Manufacturing Execution System). The integration of machines, equipment, and IoT devices into existing IT systems is also possible via interfaces.
With digital assembly instructions or guided quality controls, errors in manual production tasks can be reduced. Through simple guided setup instructions and apps for machine monitoring, OEE calculation, or recording downtime reasons, main times and utilization can be optimized.
Usage along the entire production cycle
- Flexibility & adaptability: TULIP allows you to create digital work instructions, MDA, and PDA solutions without programming skills and adapt them flexibly to process changes.
- Real-time data for better decisions: The platform provides real-time data on machine utilization, quality control, and employee efficiency, allowing for quick responses to production bottlenecks and sources of errors.
- Quality improvement & error reduction: With interactive instructions and real-time checks, TULIP supports the maintenance of high-quality standards and minimizes scrap.
TULIP on DMG MORI spindle line at DECKEL MAHO Pfronten
MODULES
TULIP composable MES
TULIP offers a comprehensive MES solution that enables centralized control and optimization of manufacturing processes. The system captures and manages real-time data from all production areas, providing a solid basis for informed decision-making. With TULIP, companies can implement quality management, error control, and automated processes without programming skills. The intuitive no-code platform empowers users to adapt workflows, optimize processes, sustainably increase efficiency, improve quality, and minimize downtime.
- Real-time data management: Clear data collection and analysis of production processes
- Quality management & error control: Automated quality assurance and root cause analysis to reduce errors
- Efficiency improvement through process automation: Automated workflows and reduced manual interventions
- Flexibility through no-code customizations: User-friendly app development without programming skills
IoT integration in TULIP
TULIP seamlessly integrates IoT and IT systems, enabling real-time capture and analysis of production data. The flexible connection to existing systems allows for comprehensive process monitoring and the creation of custom dashboards to improve production metrics. Through centralized and transparent data processing, TULIP supports decision-making by providing up-to-date insights into production processes and performance metrics at all times, making optimization potentials immediately visible.
- IoT & IT system integration: Connection to existing systems and IoT devices for capturing and utilizing important production data
- Process monitoring & analysis: Provision of dashboards for continuous improvement of production metrics
- Transparent decision-making: Data-driven insights enable informed and quick decisions
TULIP apps in CELOS X
The TULIP apps support machine operators in optimizing machine operation through guided applications – exclusively available on the CELOS X platform interface for DMG MORI machines.
- Better component quality
- Increased machine runtime
- Long-term process improvements
- Quick, easy documentation of process and machine incidents
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Functions
The use of MDA (Machine Data Acquisition) and PDA (Production Data Acquisition) with TULIP offers companies a flexible, code-free platform for capturing and analyzing production data in real-time. TULIP enables detailed monitoring of machine utilization, production progress, and disruptions. The user-friendly integration into existing systems increases efficiency and facilitates data-driven decisions – for optimized, agile manufacturing.
MDA with TULIP
MDA with TULIP enables real-time collection and analysis of machine data for transparent control of production processes. Users can capture runtime, downtime reasons, and performance metrics without programming knowledge and integrate them into dashboards to improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness). The flexible integration of IoT devices and existing machines facilitates connection to production and enhances the efficiency of data collection and analysis.
- Transparent real-time analysis: Machine data is captured and analyzed without programming knowledge
- Improved OEE: Custom dashboards reveal optimization potentials and enhance Overall Equipment Effectiveness
- Seamless integration: Flexible connection to IoT devices and existing machines from all manufacturers for efficient data collection
PDA with TULIP
PDA with TULIP enables the collection and analysis of production data at the employee level for increased efficiency and process optimization. Using customizable apps, working hours, order status, material consumption, and quality metrics can be captured in real-time without programming knowledge. This data provides insights into operational performance, helps identify bottlenecks, and can be seamlessly integrated into existing IT systems.
- Transparent operational data collection: Capture working hours, order status, and quality metrics in real-time
- Efficient process optimization: Detailed insights help identify bottlenecks and improve workflows
- Seamless integration: Customizable apps and easy integration into existing IT systems promote smooth data utilization
Digital work instruction & quality control
TULIP enables companies to create interactive, digital work instructions for every process stage. This simplifies onboarding and reduces errors in manual tasks. With guided instructions and real-time quality checks, employees can work efficiently and error-free, ensuring high quality standards and minimizing waste. Customizable templates allow quick responses to process changes and flexible adaptation of workflows.
- Interactive work instructions: Digital guides simplify onboarding and reduce errors in manual tasks
- Real-time quality checks: Guided instructions ensure efficient and error-free work, maintaining high quality standards
- Adaptability: Customizable templates allow quick responses to process changes and dynamic adjustments to workflows
SERVICES
With expert and domain knowledge, DMG MORI offers comprehensive services for the successful implementation of TULIP in manufacturing companies. From process consulting to implementation and customization, DMG MORI supports every phase. Specialized teams ensure that the software is optimally integrated into the existing production environment and fully leverages digitalization potentials – for more efficient processes and sustainable competitiveness.
Workshops in your own company
The on-site workshops offer practical support for the implementation of TULIP. Together with the customer, DMG MORI experts develop customized solutions for the customer's individual production processes – from analysis to app creation to optimal use of real-time data. This ensures smooth implementation and enables the customer to use the platform sustainably and profitably.
- Practical support: Experts provide on-site assistance with the implementation of TULIP and tailor solutions to individual needs
- Holistic approach: Analysis, app creation, and use of real-time data for optimized production processes
- Sustainable success: Training the team for long-term, efficient use of the platform
Online training
Our online training provides companies with a flexible and comprehensive introduction to using TULIP – regardless of location. In interactive sessions, DMG MORI experts impart practical knowledge on app creation and customization, data utilization, and process optimization. This ensures that future users can efficiently use the platform and are well-prepared for the digital production environment.
- Flexibility & independence: Online training enables location-independent learning
- Interactive, practical knowledge: Experts teach app creation, data utilization, and process optimization
- Efficient use of the platform: Employees are optimally prepared for the digital production environment
Turnkey solutions
For customers who do not wish to implement TULIP themselves, DMG MORI offers customized turnkey solutions. An experienced team handles the entire process – from planning and installation to the complete integration of the software into the customer's production environment. This ensures a smooth handover and guarantees that all systems are optimally tailored to specific requirements.
- Comprehensive service: Planning, installation, and integration of TULIP by experienced experts
- Customization: Systems are optimally tailored to specific requirements
- Focus on core business: DMG MORI handles digitalization, allowing the customer to focus on their core business
CUSTOMER STORIES
Koenig & Bauer
Situation & challenge:
Koenig & Bauer are specialists in the high-precision manufacturing of components and parts for their own printing presses, as well as for the assembly of their own machines and systems. For the company, digitalization means mastering the daily flood of data, information, and documents, and ensuring that this data generates added value for daily optimizations.
Solution:
- Not possible to solve digitalization of production through ERP systems
- TULIP supports already without descriptions or specifications
- No-code solution enables daily adjustments and developments
- Creation of customized applications for production needs
- TULIP apps from Radebeul to be made available for other production plants
- Apps to be standardized via the Koenig & Bauer App Store
RUN TEC GmbH
Situation & challenge:
RUN-TEC, specialized in the repair of turning, milling, and grinding spindles, was looking for a customized solution to make the complex processes of spindle repair more efficient and to ensure their high-quality standards. Since no software on the market could meet the specific requirements for the numerous work steps and control mechanisms, RUN-TEC decided to use TULIP, a flexible platform for process optimization.
Solution:
- TULIP enables customized apps for RUN-TEC
- Digital support for repair and inspection steps
- Includes order planning, quality control, and data collection
- Faster processes and precise project tracking
- Detailed reports and efficient resource utilization
- Maximum quality assurance through digitalization
VETEC Ventiltechnik GmbH
Situation & challenge:
Vetec relies on digital solutions like myDMG MORI and TULIP to accelerate service processes and enable paperless documentation. The challenge was to avoid errors caused by paper documentation and to enable continuous analysis and optimization of manufacturing processes.
Solution:
- Paperless and digital mapping of processes
- Precise control of production orders
- Reliable digital management of documentation
- Error-free management of bill of materials through TULIP
- Visualization of customer orders and their status
- Increase in transparency and efficiency in production
Winkelbauer GmbH
Situation & challenge:
Winkelbauer GmbH, an Austrian manufacturer of construction machinery tools and recycling components, relies on TULIP as a key technology for Industry 4.0.
Solution:
- No-code platform enables paperless manufacturing
- Increases process reliability and reduces training effort
- Enhances responsiveness to customer requirements
- TULIP efficiently digitizes workflows
- Improves quality and transparency in the production process
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QUESTION & ANSWERS
Do I need coding skills to use TULIP?
Do I need coding skills to use TULIP?
No, TULIP is a no-code platform, so you don't need any programming skills to create and customize applications.
How can TULIP improve my production processes?
How can TULIP improve my production processes?
TULIP enables the digital capture of data, the automation of workflows, and the implementation of real-time analytics, leading to more efficient operations, fewer errors, and improved production metrics.
Can TULIP be integrated into existing systems?
Can TULIP be integrated into existing systems?
Yes, TULIP offers flexible integration options with existing machines, equipment, and IT systems, including IoT devices.
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