Advanced MES Functionality for Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 Now Available

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Dayton, OH & Burlington, ON – February 8, 2013 – Microsoft Dynamics AX Gold Partner, Ellipse Solutions, and Memex Automation creator of the Manufacturing Execution System (MES), MERLIN, partnered to expand the Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution to include MERLIN’s advanced shop floor functionality.  Through the partnership, the initial prototype was completed and additional features are now being developed.

MERLIN is a manufacturing productivity tool that provides a real-time automated approach to data collection and OEE metrics for visibility into what is happening at each machine or shop floor manual process.  The advanced functionality in MERLIN allows work order information to flow seamlessly from Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 through a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to the machine on the shop floor and back, an electronic traveler, delivering on a paperless shop floor.  The benefits of plant-wide visibility mean pro-active response, less downtime, improved production scheduling and quality, as well as more extensive data analysis and reporting capabilities, often translating into a 10%-50% increase in efficiency.

“Immediate visibility of production status and comprehensive data collection is vital for a competitive advantage,” said John Rattray, VP Sales & Marketing with Memex Automation.  “By automating the information flow, companies can better manage operations both vertically, shop floor to top floor and horizontally across the plant.”

“Incorporating the additional functionality provided by MERLIN further extends the ROI of the Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 solution for manufacturers,” said Ellipse Solutions CEO, Mikhail Roytman.  “Not only does it provide increased visibility across the entire shop floor with additional data analysis and reporting capabilities, all of the data is in one system for better informed decision making and overall business and process management.”

Ellipse Solutions and Memex Automation will showcase this powerful solution at the Microsoft Convergence (http://www.microsoft.com/dynamics/convergence) conference in New Orleans, LA, March 18-21, 2013.

Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 is a comprehensive ERP solution that delivers rich, prebuilt, features out of the box for manufacturers (process, discrete and lean), as well as proven functionality for the distribution, service, retail and public sector industries.

About Ellipse Solutions (www.ellipsesolutions.com)

Based in Dayton, Ohio, Ellipse Solutions is a global Microsoft Dynamics Gold Partner specializing in Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP and CRM business solutions, software development and implementation consulting services. Ellipse Solutions’ experience with ERP systems dates back to the beginning of Axapta (currently known as Microsoft Dynamics AX) as a product in the U.S. marketplace, and includes successful implementations and upgrades of all Microsoft Dynamics AX versions, releases and hotfixes. Their team of Microsoft-certified professionals offers expertise in business operations, analysis, process reengineering, custom software development, implementation services, software testing, and maintenance/support services.

About Memex Automation Inc. (www.memex.ca)

Based in Burlington, Ontario, Memex Automation, founded in 1992, offers Shop Floor to Top Floor Information – in Real-Time for the discrete manufacturing industry.  As a world leader in manufacturing technology Memex specializes in developing many engineered products using advanced R&D and has over 12,000 customers with 280 dealers worldwide.  Memex’s vision is to improve the way machines work and connect on the factory floor with Manufacturing Connectivity Solutions, to Automate the Automation, supplying component hardware, memory upgrades, and visionary shop floor communication technology. Their products allow manufacturers to realize the impact of OEE Profitability delivering the “Factory of the Future”, today.

For more information about Ellipse Solutions, contact Julie Rado at 937.312.1547, email solutions@ellipsesolutions.com or visit http://www.ellipsesolutions.com.

For more information about Memex Automation, contact John Rattray at 905.635.1540, email salesgroup@memex.ca or visit http://www.memex.ca.

Memex CEO Co-authors MTConnect Institute Connectivity Guide

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Burlington, Ontario — (SBWIRE) — 10/28/2011 — Developed as a guide for shop owners and plant managers exploring the MTConnect implementation process, the MTConnect Institute announced the release of the “Getting Started with MTConnect – Connectivity Guide.”

David McPhail, President & CEO of Memex Automation Inc. and co-chair of the MTConnect Shop Floor Connectivity Committee said, “It was a pleasure working with such a talented and energetic team of experts who are all focused on addressing manufacturing productivity issues. By applying the techniques defined in the Connectivity Guide, essentially every piece of manufacturing equipment can now be integrated into a manufacturing data system — empowering productivity improvement on the shop floor for all machines.”

This guide is the result of a year-long effort by the MTConnect Shop Floor Connectivity Committee. Thought leaders from sixteen companies representing a diverse cross-section of the discrete parts manufacturing industry collaborated in the development of the guide. The committee addressed the most fundamental question shop owners and plant managers when deciding to implement MTConnect.

The guide addresses connectivity issues associated with both new and legacy manufacturing equipment; it provides a structured framework to guide companies through the assessment of equipment and the early planning stages of a project.

McPhail emphasized, “The guide is a valuable tool for anyone in manufacturing who believes that improving productivity starts with understanding what is happening on the shop floor.”

The foundation for improving manufacturing productivity starts with easy access to data. MTConnect provides manufacturers with a simple and extensible mechanism to connect manufacturing equipment to software applications used to run the businesses.

The “Getting Started with MTConnect – Connectivity Guide” is downloadable at www.mtconnect.org.

Dave Edstrom, President and Chairman of the Board for the MTConnect Institute said, “This Connectivity Guide will be an extremely valuable tool for shop owners and managers who need to address productivity issues in their manufacturing operations. I am asked the same question almost daily — How do I get started? This guide answers that question. The Connectivity Guide is the first piece to be released in our ‘Getting Started with MTConnect’ series. Additional documents will be released soon to further support manufacturing companies that are adopting productivity solutions using MTConnect.”

 

Memex Automation Proud of Significant Contribution to MTConnect

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Memex Automation Proud of Significant Contribution to MTConnect Institute Connectivity Guide

Burlington, Ontario ‐‐ (SBWIRE) ‐‐ 10/21/2011 ‐‐ Developed as a guide for shop owners and plant managers exploring the MTConnect implementation process, the MTConnect Institute announced the release of the “Getting Started with MTConnect ‐ Connectivity Guide.”  David McPhail, President & CEO of Memex Automation Inc. and co‐chair of the MTConnect Shop Floor Connectivity Committee said, “It was a pleasure working with such a talented and energetic team of experts who are all focused on addressing manufacturing productivity issues. By applying the techniques defined in the Connectivity Guide, essentially every piece of manufacturing equipment can now be integrated into a manufacturing data system — empowering productivity improvement on the shop floor for all machines.”

This guide is the result of a year‐long effort by the MTConnect Shop Floor Connectivity Committee.  Thought leaders from sixteen companies representing a diverse cross‐section of the discrete parts manufacturing industry collaborated in the development of the guide.  The committee addressed the most fundamental question shop owners and plant managers had when deciding to implement MTConnect.  The guide addresses connectivity issues associated with both new and legacy manufacturing equipment; it provides a structured framework to guide companies through the assessment of equipment and the early planning stages of a project.  McPhail emphasized, “The guide is a valuable tool for anyone in manufacturing who believes that improving productivity starts with understanding what is happening on the shop floor.”  The foundation for improving manufacturing productivity starts with easy access to data. MTConnect provides manufacturers with a simple and extensible mechanism to connect manufacturing equipment to software applications used to run the businesses.  The “Getting Started with MTConnect – Connectivity Guide” is downloadable at http://www.mtconnect.org.  Dave Edstrom, President and Chairman of the Board for the MTConnect Institute said, “This Connectivity Guide will be an extremely valuable tool for shop owners and managers who need to address productivity issues in their manufacturing operations. I am asked the same question almost daily — How do I get started? This guide answers that question and more. The Connectivity Guide is the first piece to be released in our ‘Getting Started with MTConnect’ series. Additional documents will be released soon to further support manufacturing companies that are adopting productivity solutions using MTConnect.”

About Memex Automation Inc.

Memex Automation Inc. was created to leverage the research and development of Memex Electronics, which was founded in 1992. Memex continues its tradition of serving the discrete manufacturing sector, supplying component hardware, memory upgrades, and visionary shop floor communication technology. Memex products allow a manufacturer to realize the impact of OEE Profitability. David McPhail, President & CEO of Memex Automation Inc. proudly serves as co‐chair of the MTConnect Shop Floor Connectivity Committee.

Memex Automation
www.memex.ca
John Rattray
jrattray@astrixnet.com
1‐866‐573‐3895

Memex Automation Proud of Significant Contribution to MTConnect

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Memex Automation Proud of Significant Contribution to MTConnect Institute Connectivity Guide

Burlington, Ontario ‐‐ (as posted in SBWIRE) ‐‐ Developed as a guide for shop owners and plant managers exploring the MTConnect implementation process, the MTConnect Institute announced the release of the “Getting Started with MTConnect ‐ Connectivity Guide.” David McPhail, President & CEO of Memex Automation Inc. and co‐chair of the MTConnect Shop Floor Connectivity Committee said, “It was a pleasure working with such a talented and energetic team of experts who are all focused on addressing manufacturing productivity issues. By applying the techniques defined in the Connectivity Guide, essentially every piece of manufacturing equipment can now be integrated into a manufacturing data system — empowering productivity improvement on the shop floor for all machines.”

This guide is the result of a year‐long effort by the MTConnect Shop Floor Connectivity Committee.  Thought leaders from sixteen companies representing a diverse cross‐section of the discrete parts manufacturing industry collaborated in the development of this guide.  The committee addressed the most fundamental questions shop owners and plant managers had when deciding to implement MTConnect.  The guide addresses connectivity issues associated with both new and legacy manufacturing equipment; it provides a structured framework to guide companies through the assessment of equipment and the early planning stages of a project.  McPhail emphasized, “The guide is a valuable tool for anyone in manufacturing who believes that improving productivity starts with understanding what is happening on the shop floor.”  The foundation for improving manufacturing productivity starts with easy access to data.  MTConnect provides manufacturers with a simple and extensible mechanism to connect manufacturing equipment to software applications used to run the business.  The “Getting Started with MTConnect – Connectivity Guide” is available for download here.

Dave Edstrom, President and Chairman of the Board for the MTConnect Institute said, “This Connectivity Guide will be an extremely valuable tool for shop owners and managers who need to address productivity issues in their manufacturing operations.  I am asked the same question almost daily — How do I get started? This guide answers that question and more. The Connectivity Guide is the first piece to be released in our ‘Getting Started with MTConnect’ series. Additional documents will be released soon to further support manufacturing companies that are adopting productivity solutions using MTConnect.”

 

About Memex Automation Inc.

Memex Automation Inc. was created to leverage the research and development of Memex Electronics, which was founded in 1992.  Memex continues its tradition of serving the discrete manufacturing sector, supplying component hardware, memory upgrades, and visionary shop floor communication technology. Memex products allow a manufacturer to realize the impact of OEE Profitability.  David McPhail, President & CEO of Memex Automation Inc. proudly serves as co‐chair of the MTConnect Shop Floor Connectivity Committee.

Memex Automation
www.memex.ca
John Rattray
jrattray@astrixnet.com
1‐866‐573‐3895

MEMEX - Real-Time visibility

OEE Dashboard Software Featured at CMTS by Memex Automation

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Published online by SBW!RE (link to original article online)

According to John Rattray of Memex Automation, “One of the important products we will feature this year is AxOEE. AxOEE allows information output to large (“Marquee”) displays. There is real-time, color-coded information about machine and Job status, Job Parts to Go, Job Hours to Go, Reason for stoppage, Operator help call, and more data which, can be transmitted to a Marquee via Ethernet, anywhere in the plant.” These benefits can be viewed at CMTS at Booth 1135 in Toronto starting October 17th.

AxOEE is a Manufacturing Productivity Tool for Real-Time Monitoring enabling Increased Productivity:

  • Cost Effective
  • Practical & Proven
  • Expandable
  • Plant-wide, enterprise enabled.
  • All machines – CNC, non-CNC, PLC, Presses, Injection Molding, etc.
  • AxOEE Machine Monitoring OEE Dashboard Software

Latest Release (October 2011), key features to be displayed at CMTS, booth 1135 include:

  • Job Queue – directly connected to any ERP package for scheduling work orders
  • Visual Job Board – for graphically displaying and manipulating jobs.
  • Active Status 2D Floor Plan – for a visual layout of the plant floor with current machine status, supporting most common imaging formats, including JPG, DXF, DWG, BMP, QIF, and TIF.
  • Report Writer significant enhancements – SAP Crystal using XML, with Extract, Transform and Load functionality.
  • Automated Report Scheduler – for sending out reports on a scheduled or real-time with rules basis.
  • Latest Software Development tools from Microsoft – Visual Studio 2010, DotNet version 4, Windows 7 compliant.
  • MS-SQL full database support running with Windows Server 2008.
  • New Look and Feel customization features – for doing specialized display skins and user interface.
  • Customization of Dashboard features – for making it fit to a customer’s specific requirements Multiple Language support.