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PrintFlow combines machine control, materials management, and quality control in one platform. Orders are recorded digitally, machine capacities are matched in real time, and quality data is evaluated directly at the plant.
View all modulesConfigure and parameterize systems directly from the system. Print parameters, color profiles, and material settings are managed centrally and provided machine-specifically.
Reduces setup times by up to 30 percentOrders are automatically distributed to available machine capacities. Deadlines, material availability, and priorities flow into dynamic planning that recalculates itself in the event of disruptions.
Identify and avoid bottlenecks earlyMeasured values from sensors and cameras are compared directly with target specifications. Deviations in color, register, or surface trigger an immediate correction before waste occurs.
Reduces the error rate in ongoing productionStocks, batches, and consumption of all printing materials are recorded seamlessly. Automatic reordering and batch traceability ensure a smooth material flow.
Prevents production stoppages due to missing materialsFrom order receipt to delivery, the status of each order remains traceable. Customers, scheduling, and machine operators work with the same current data.
Noticeably shortens throughput timeAll production data comes together in a central view. Utilization, downtime, and quality metrics are displayed clearly and can be exported for reports.
Provides the basis for continuous improvementThree expansion stages that are oriented to the size of your machine fleet and the depth of automation. Each stage can be expanded later without having to rebuild existing processes.
Connection of individual printing systems to the central control system. Real-time recording of running times, downtimes and material consumption. Suitable for companies that first want to gain transparency about their systems before automating planning.
Automatic order coordination across all machines. The software takes capacities, setup times and delivery dates into account and creates an optimized production plan from this. Including digital material management and an interface to your ERP system.
Expansion to include sensor data and quality inspection directly at the system. Deviations in color or register are detected and corrected before waste occurs. This is supplemented by evaluations of system availability and a maintenance planner for predictive maintenance.
Why businesses rely on PrintFlow
While classic systems only manage orders, PrintFlow reads machine statuses, material inventories, and quality measurements directly from production. Dispatchers immediately see which system has free capacity and where an order currently stands – not after the shift ends, but during printing.
When multiple orders compete for the same machine, it's not gut feeling that decides, but a clear rule: delivery date, setup effort, and material availability factor into the sequence. Bottlenecks become visible before they jeopardize shipping.
Each batch is documented with measurements for color, register, and surface. In the event of complaints, the complete production history of an order can be reconstructed in minutes – from material goods receipt to machine release.
Planning takes into account which orders use similar color profiles or materials. This allows machines to be changed over less frequently, and production runs more stably. Businesses report noticeably shorter throughput times within the first few weeks.
PrintFlow can be introduced step by step: first order planning, then machine integration, later quality control. The modules also work reliably on their own and are only connected once the business is ready for it.
Connection to standard machine controls and ERP systems is carried out via standardized interfaces. As a rule, the basic configuration is completed within a few days, and fine-tuning to your systems takes place during ongoing operations.
To get started, the basic data of your systems is sufficient: machine type, order numbers, and the relevant quality parameters. The platform automatically supplements this information with real-time sensor data and historical evaluations.
Yes, the platform is multi-tenant capable and supports any number of production sites. You can see at a glance which machine is running where, how high the utilization is, and where bottlenecks arise.
The software captures deviations in color, register, and surface directly during printing. Each incident is automatically logged and assigned to the respective order – including timestamp and machine data.
No. Operation is carried out via a clearly structured interface designed for daily work in production. We handle updates and backups for you, so no additional administrative effort is required.
Predictive maintenance uses sensor data to assess the condition of your systems. You receive recommendations on when maintenance is advisable – and can schedule these appointments to minimize disruption to the production process.
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