Free tools for a first look or for self-help

This Excel tool helps you to calculate the hourly sales rates for your machines. We have taken all relevant factors into account. It's easy to use: All the terms are explained. This gives you an indication of how productive machine run time affects the hourly rate – a key figure for your company's competitiveness. Conversely, the calculator can also answer the question: How much productive time does a machine need to have in order to yield an attractive hourly rate? These number games are well worth their while!...

The parts list with manufacturing progress is structured similarly to a "normal" parts list. The special feature here is that it shows the manufacturing progress of the individual parts when used correctly. The added value is a better flow of information and corresponding project transparency.

The guideline enables quick and easy detailed planning of your manufacturing, also including resource utilization. Free Excel tools are provided for implementation. Using these resources helps you to familiarize yourself with the mindset of manufacturing control systems. This makes it easier for you and your employees to introduce MES (Manufacturing Execution System) software at a later date, which we will be happy to support you with. ...