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    Consulting in die, model and mold manufacturing
     

    Practical consulting for medium-sized manufacturing companies

    Continuous optimization is the key to success in the dynamic world of die, model and mold manufacturing. Managers are under pressure to continuously improve their processes in order to remain competitive. But tunnel vision often prevents early recognition of necessary innovations and implementation of specific measures.

    The solution comes from external consulting: Our consultants bring a new perspective and industry-specific expertise and help you identify hidden potential and significantly improve productivity. This independent perspective is the key to your position yourself successfully in the global market in the future.

    Why are we experts in die, model and mold manufacturing?

    Before we started our consulting careers at Tebis Consulting, we had already accumulated many years of experience in the industry, such as in die manufacturing. This enables us not only to communicate theoretical knowledge, but also to provide tried and proven practical strategies from our own experience. We can therefore communicate with all employees as equals and can understand precisely the challenges they face. We supplement this essential ability by offering the following industry-specific solutions for die, model and mold manufacturing companies:

    Market survey
    Our annual survey on the market situation and developments in the die, model and mold manufacturing and plastics processing industry is a valuable tool for industry insiders. With responses from 120 managing directors, the report provides a comprehensive picture of the present and future market situation. Such detailed insight helps decision-makers to better understand market dynamics and make informed strategic decisions.
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    Activity in Marktspiegel Werkzeugbau
    The founding of the "Marktspiegel Werkzeugbau" by Jens Lüdtke established a cooperative benchmark initiative that has grown from a small pilot project with 20 companies to a respected institution with roughly 80 member companies and 40 sponsoring partners. This initiative promotes the exchange of knowledge and data in order to increase the competitiveness and quality of its members, consolidating the position of the manufacturing industry in the German-speaking region.
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    Benchmark database
    Companies can use standardized key figures from our benchmark database to objectively measure their own performance and evaluate it in comparison with industry standards. This data-oriented approach enables decision-makers to develop their strategies based on solid data. Using the benchmark database thus contributes significantly to sustainably increasing your company's success.
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    Networking event
    Our free "Targeting the future" networking event is an online event series with the goal of promoting constructive collaboration within the die, model and mold manufacturing industry. Each event begins with a keynote speech, followed by a panel discussion and subsequent debate. This structure provides an outstanding platform for networking and learning together.
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    Information sheets on consultancy funding
    Our fact sheets show how companies in the trades and medium-sized companies can benefit from public subsidies. These precise, straightforward guides provide information on the available funding programs in the various states of Germany. In this way, we ensure that companies receive the support they deserve to increase their performance and promote sustainable growth.
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    Process tools from Tebis Consulting
    We provide customized, efficient process tools for improving productivity in die, model and mold manufacturing. These are designed to simplify routine activities and optimize workflow. They help to close gaps in production processes and make interfaces more effective without demanding significant implementation effort.
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    Our consulting services for
    die, model and mold manufacturing
     

    Management consulting

    Our management consulting defines a clear direction for your company that is viable for the future and works with you to develop a mission statement, vision, strategy and goals as well as clear organizational structures and responsibilities.

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    Process consulting

    Our consulting for manufacturing processes maximizes your productivity by our working together with everyone involved to make your operational processes more efficient and to standardize, digitalize and automate manufacturing processes.

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    Technology consulting

    We support you with our technology consulting in the introduction and optimization of new and innovative technologies. We involve the affected parties and establish a basis for decisions on possible investments.

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    Sustainability consulting

    With our consulting on sustainable production, we bring clarity to your CO2 emissions and help you to reduce them. We also establish the prerequisites for the verifications and reports your customers need.

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    Our consulting approach in die manufacturing

    What our customers appreciate about us:

    • Our projects give companies a clear edge – we aren't satisfied until the jointly defined goals have been fully achieved.

    • We approach employees eye to eye  – we achieve this with our high social and practical competence.

    • We transfer the implementation of gut decisions to the head  – with extensive benchmarking databases and standardized key figures to derive clear recommendations for action.

    • We are involved in a wide range of areas - through voluntary work in industry associations & initiatives or in lectures at universities.

    • Our implementation and appearance are competent, simple, clear, appealing and efficient - each consulting process is characterized by clear, focused and friendly communication, yielding fast, effective results.

    Expert in die, model and mold manufacturing.

    You're just one meeting away from greater efficiency. Let's talk!

    Jens Lüdtke is a leading expert in die, model and mold manufacturing, with over two decades of experience at Tebis AG, bolstered by his in-depth training as an industrial mechanic and mechanical engineer. As the Head of Tebis Consulting and the branch in Göppingen, he has accumulated comprehensive process expertise in production-intensive companies. His key role in promoting industrial competitiveness in the German-speaking region can be seen in his specialized knowledge in industrial single-part production, histeaching activities at the Hochschule Schmalkalden and his involvement in the Marktspiegel Werkzeugbau Association and in European economic committees.

    Successful customer projects in die, model and mold manufacturing

    The expert advice of Tebis Consulting has contributed to significant success in die, model and mold manufacturing. The development of company principles in 2021 resulted in sustainable alignment in die and fixture manufacturing. In the same year, SNW Schirneker & Nacke Werkzeugbau GmbH & Co. KG optimized its throughput times, quality and on-time delivery in mold manufacturing with Tebis Consulting . Customer satisfaction in die manufacturing increased measurably for Heinz Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG in 2018, and Karl Walter Formen- und Kokillenbau GmbH & Co. KG achieved improved tool standardization and process flexibility through strategic realignment. These best practices illustrate the potential that can be released by working with Tebis Consulting.

    Croner Präzisionsformenbau: A traditional company trims its sails

    Published: 2024

    Process analysis – everything was put to the test

    Management team: Matthias and Wolfgang Croner 

    Croner Präzisionsformenbau GmbH, Germany

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    Stolz & Seng – Success story from the injection molding expert
    First published: 2023

    Optimized competitiveness with the business model, production environment and employee motivation!

    Christian Seng, Managing Director

    Stolz & Seng Kunststoffspritzguss und Formenbau GmbH, Donaueschingen, Germany
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    The path to the future: Developing principles for die, model and mold manufacturing companies

    First published: 2021

    "The development of our principles was an extremely complex process, but after a few months you can say to yourself: In the past, I would have held this customer meeting in a completely different way. We’ve since become calmer, more prudent and more confident, and we all follow a common strategy.“

    Florian Krieger, Managing Director

    Krieger Modellbau, Aalen, Germany

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    The company of the future

    First published: 2018

    "We’re now capable of generating runtimes of up to 30 hours in one stretch.“

    Jens Buchert, Managing Director


    Karl Walter Formen- und Kokillenbau GmbH & Co. KG, Göppingen, Germany

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    Future trends in die and mold manufacturing

    The die, model and mold manufacturing industry stands at the cusp of major changes in technology, characterized by progressive trends such as automation, sustainability and artificial intelligence. These developments not only provide the possibility to increase production efficiency and quality; they also contribute sustainably improving competitiveness.


    Automation and robotics

    Automation and robotics are revolutionizing the die manufacturing industry by optimizing processes and reducing manual activities. Using robots and automated systems enables more precise and consistent results, reduces production times and minimizes human error. These technologies enable companies to respond more quickly to market changes and to effectively scale their production capacity.


    Sustainability and resource efficiency

    Sustainability is increasingly becoming a key topic in die manufacturing. The industry is focusing on minimizing energy consumption and optimizing the use of materials. Resource efficiency not only reduces costs, but also minimizes environmental impact. Companies investing in sustainable technologies and methods position themselves as pioneers in an environmentally conscious market.


    Artificial intelligence and machine learning

    Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are bringing about a fundamental change in die manufacturing. These technologies improve data analysis, enable precise forecasts and optimize machine maintenance. AI systems can recognize patterns and independently develop solutions to complex problems, improving efficiency and opening up new possibilities in product development.


    Digitization and industry 4.0

    Digitalization and Industry 4.0 are revolutionizing die, model and mold manufacturing by networking machines and integrating IoT devices and cyber-physical systems. These technologies use big data to enable improved transparency and control over production processes, optimize maintenance intervals and improve the quality of end products. They also promote adaptability to individual customer requirements and efficiency in production through autonomously communicating machines and self-optimizing processes, resulting in more cost-effective production.

    Seminars for die, model and mold manufacturing

    Not familiar with us yet? Get to know us at our specialist seminars

    Our specialized production and management seminars improve your competitiveness and promote your company's long-term success by expanding your professional and interpersonal skills. Based on practice, intended for practice. Our seminars are for:

    • Managing directors

    • Senior employees

    • Manufacturing managers

    • Production managers
    Adjusting screws for increasing machine productivity - with or without automation

    This seminar will investigate the processes needed for operating existing machines more efficiently and how these processes can be optimized. Participation is especially important for companies wishing to automate milling. It's better to consider consequences in advance.
    This seminar is intended for managing directors and production and manufacturing managers who want to take action to improve efficiency in milling operations.

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    Shaping change with strategy and a modern management culture

    This seminar presents the basic principles for targeted strategic company orientation and explains the role that a sense of purpose, vision, and business model play in motivating and empowering employees. This seminar also covers successful change management.


    It is intended primarily for managing directors, operations and division managers and management trainees who share responsibility for company development.

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    Effective project management: compact and practical

    The faster markets change and the more complex customer requirements become, the more important solid project management is for small and medium-sized companies.
    This seminar is intended for project managers, production managers, and planners who are responsible for the external and internal organization of customer projects.

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    Successfully mastering the manager's sandwich position

    This seminar clearly presents the extreme importance of entrepreneurial thinking for managers and how to effectively manage and communicate with employees on a day-to-day basis in order to achieve the goals you set. 
    It is intended primarily for middle management such as foremen, department heads, team leaders and in general for managers who are responsible for personnel or technical areas.

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    Are you facing a challenge in your project and need a competent consulting partner? Let's start with a non-binding discussion and work together to find a solution.

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