ERP Manufacturing Software UK
Moulders Consulting: Providing Top-Quality UK ERP Manufacturing Software
At Moulders Consulting, we have developed a unique ERP/MRP system tailored specifically for the UK manufacturing and Injection Moulding industries.
What sets us apart is our team, consisting of individuals boasting over 40 years of combined experience within Plastic Injection Moulding, with roles spanning sales, marketing, operations, and management.
MRP, which stands for Materials Requirements Planning, plays a pivotal role in managing and planning the materials needed for manufacturing. In the context of injection moulding, MRP is a critical process that ensures the right materials are available precisely when needed to produce high-quality products.
Here’s a breakdown of the key steps involved in MRP for injection moulding:
1. Production Schedule Determination: This initial step entails crafting a production schedule by considering customer demand, inventory levels, and other pertinent factors. This data serves as the foundation for creating a production plan that specifies the quantity of products to be manufactured within a designated time frame.
2. Material Requirements Calculation: After establishing the production schedule, the next phase is to compute the material requirements. This involves accounting for the quantity of products to be produced, the materials needed for each product, and potential scrap or waste during production.
3. Inventory Check: Once material requirements are calculated, the subsequent step is to scrutinise the inventory levels of the necessary materials. This critical assessment helps determine if the existing inventory suffices to meet production needs or if additional materials need to be ordered.
4. Purchase Order Generation: In case of insufficient inventory, the MRP system takes the initiative to generate purchase orders for the required materials. These orders detail quantity, delivery dates, and other pertinent information.
5. Progress Tracking: Following the placement of purchase orders, the MRP system diligently tracks their progress, including monitoring delivery dates and addressing any delays or issues that may crop up.
6. Plan Adjustments: When changes occur in the production schedule or if there are delays or issues with materials, the MRP system adapts the plan accordingly.
MRP is a fundamental process for managing materials in the context of injection moulding. Its core purpose is to ensure that the right materials are consistently available when needed – a critical factor in producing quality products!
Mark Amphlett
Director
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01626 903 151 or mark@mouldersconsulting.co.uk
About Our ERP Manufacturing Software UK
Our software brings together the functions of both MRP and ERP systems to deliver a fully integrated production management solution designed for companies in the plastic injection moulding industry. The solutions we offer are crafted to meet the unique demands of the sector, enabling you to efficiently streamline your operations at every level, resulting in improved efficiency and performance.
With over 40 years of expertise in the industry, we possess a deep understanding of the sector and a track record of successfully implementing ERP and MRP systems in injection moulding companies of all sizes. Reach out to us to learn more about our cutting-edge software, and be prepared to be a part of the next technological leap in the injection moulding industry!
About Us
Moulders Consulting Limited is your trusted partner in enhancing injection moulding processes, reducing manufacturing costs, and increasing profitability for your company.
We offer a range of services tailored to meet your specific needs, including expert advice on ERP/MRP systems, implementing Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), optimising production processes, devising e-commerce solutions, crafting marketing strategies, and providing additional support services and troubleshooting. We cover a wide array of areas related to injection moulding.
Our ultimate goal is to help your company achieve higher quality products, boost operational efficiency, and decrease production costs – all of which contribute to increased profits.
With our extensive expertise across various aspects of the injection moulding process, including the latest Industry 4.0 advancements, we can offer valuable guidance to enhance your production methods and support your marketing and sales initiatives.
Our services offer cost-effective consultancy, innovative products, and practical solutions that will elevate your operations and lead to greater profitability.
Our software is tailored specifically for plastic injection moulding companies with annual turnovers ranging from approximately £1M to £25M, aiming to enhance efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs. At Moulders Consulting Limited, we are dedicated to delivering quality services and products that offer outstanding value for your investment!
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MCL Software - for the Injection Moulding Industry
Over 40 years experience within the Plastics Industry
2023 - The Year For Efficiency!
An all-encompassing, tried and tested ERP / MRP for the Injection Moulding Industry – the core software has been developed to cater for our complex industry, and we have the knowledge and grass routes experience having worked within Injection Moulding Factories, to fully understand the improvement in efficiencies required to make an ERP / MRP implementation really worthwhile. Communication is the key! Scroll on down to see just some of the key features of MCL Software.
MCL Software - Key Features
DASHBOARD – designed to give an overview of your facility – broken down into sections to include
Sales | Quotes | Purchasing | Production | Quality | Delivery
Navigate easily from your dashboard to access all ERP / MRP info – even through to production planning.
PARTS – see all of the information you need to about any manufactured or bought in part on one simple to use screen. Here you will have an overview of the following:
Part Details | Activity | Files | Suppliers | Allocations | Options
BOMS – easy to navigate and populate – able to select multiple items easily on the Bill of Material in a variety of units, including percentages to jobs which may include Masterbatch, UV Stabaliser, Powders, Anti-Microbial agents etc.
Add files, quality documents, C of C’s, and tooling data to ensure all relevant detail can be accessed in one clear and concise location.
BOMS – You then delve deeper into the detail of the specified machine best suited for the manufacture of this component and add on any ancillaries required including robots, conveyors, dryers, and even the human resources required for production.
Add notes that are relevant to the job, and the additional bonus of the costing calculator gives you the ability to track profitability, and calculate price breaks by relating the part cost, to various quantities, and your required margin.
JOB CARD – All of the right information, all in the right place. The MCL Job Card clearly shows the following:
Work Order No. | Part Number | Description | Job Quantity | Drawing
Customer | P/O Ref No | Order Line | Date | Notes
BOM details, to include quantities, weights, units of measure, locations, and type of product
Tool information, including location, change inserts, and cavities are provided
Allocation of machines and any ancillaries required to complete production
And finally, the image of the part itself to help the production personnel to keep on track.
MCL Software - Key Features
Tooling Register
Incorporating a full tooling register, maintaining your clients tooling status and location
BOM's
Multi-level Bill Of Materials, to include sub-assemblies, and final assemblies
Production Planning
Visual Capacity planning and scheduling, by the Week, Day and even Hour
Job Cards / Works Orders
A clear visual document for shop floor use - including BOMs for Injection Moulding
Contacts
Full customer and Supplier data capture with CRM Traceability and email capabilities throughout
Traceability
Ability to trace material from Purchase Order through WIP to final moulded component
Second Operations
Ability to track manufacturing flow to clearly identify secondary operations and manual operations
Purchasing
Full purchase planning auto updated customer sales order demand, and stock allocations
NCR / Quality
Track all non-conformance reports and corrective actions, integrated with part record
Shop Floor Data Capture
Real time data collection from production - tracking all processes and works orders / job cards
Dashboard
Snapshot insight into daily business expectations, monitoring progress in real time
Invoicing
Raise invoices using our invoicing module, integrated directly with Sage, Xero & Quickbooks
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About Mark Amphlett
With over 20 years of experience in the plastics industry, Mark Amphlett played a pivotal role in the growth of Amtek Plastics, Newton Abbot, as General Manager.
Under his leadership, the company’s annual turnover surged from £650k to over £3M in less than 6 years. Mark’s effective branding strategies positioned Amtek Plastics as a leading provider of Plastic Injection Moulding services in the UK, resulting in a significant increase in inbound inquiries, from an average of 3 or 4 per month up to a typical monthly total of well over 60.
These outcomes showcase Mark’s exceptional marketing skills, unwavering dedication to fostering growth, and remarkable talent for strategically positioning businesses to achieve success.
About Andy Jewell
Andy Jewell entered the plastics industry in 1989, with an Honours Degree in Chemistry with Business Administration.
During his early career, Andy gained invaluable experience in sales, developing his technical knowledge of material handling, drying, and dosing systems, as well as real-time Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for the Plastics sector.
As his expertise in the Plastic Injection Moulding industry developed, Andy transitioned into the promotion and sale of real-time Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for the Plastics sector.
Working closely with a renowned US-based supplier of MES/SFDC/i4.0 solutions, Andy played a crucial role in establishing them as a leading provider across the globe. His dedication and contributions helped to drive the company’s success and solidify its reputation within the industry.
As an Independent Sales Consultant since 2017, Andy’s deep understanding of the plastics industry and expertise in MES solutions make him a trusted advisor and consultant.
His commitment to excellence and delivering tangible results has helped numerous customers achieve enhanced productivity and profitability.
