Kistler is a global leader in dynamic measurement technology for recording pressure, power, torque and acceleration. With broad application knowledge and the absolute commitment to quality, Kistler makes an important contribution to the further development of current megatrends. This includes topics such as electrified drive technology, autonomous driving, reducing emissions, and Industry 4.0. By jointly pushing the boundaries of what is possible, we help our customers with innovation, progress and growth, and create the ideal conditions for Industry 4.0.
Reproducibility as a guarantee of quality
To manufacture our filigree metal parts which, together with the quartz and crystal, form the heart of our sensors, Kistler runs a workshop with around 30 employees at their headquarters in Winterthur. The high-quality requirements place great demands on precision and on the materials that are to be processed. To manufacture the extremely small metal parts, we take a cautious approach to the physical limits at all times. To be able to meet the requirements in the long term and guarantee the reproducibility, all relevant information must be saved. For this reason, the company sought a tool management software that would also allow all required items to be managed at the same time.
KETA: A strong partner from Switzerland who adapts the software to our requirements and conditions
We found what we were looking for with the Tool Data Management from TDM Systems GmbH and the local sales partner KETA Engineering. In an initial step, the exact system requirements and processes in the tool environment were analyzed and retained in a solution concept. KETA Engineering was able to offer their experience of over 20 years to this, meaning that the existing environment of cabinet systems could be seamlessly integrated into the new software.
The software was installed in October 2016 and, once the data is processed and transferred from the old system, was successfully operated. The transfer of the revised and standardized legacy data had the advantage that the correct data was available in the system right from the beginning. This led to a fast production start.
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