Plastic Manufacturing Software
Moulders Consulting: Offering Top-Quality Plastic Manufacturing Software
At Moulders Consulting, we create tailored plastic manufacturing software designed specifically for the manufacturing industry.
With over 40 years of combined experience, our systems are built by manufacturing professionals who understand the challenges and needs of the sector.
Thanks to this deep industry knowledge, we’ve created innovative software that combines the features of MRP and ERP systems to help manufacturers streamline their processes, boost efficiency, and achieve better results.
About MRP Systems
Material Requirements Planning (MRP) is a critical tool for managing resources in manufacturing. It ensures the right materials are available at the right time to keep production running smoothly.
Here’s how the MRP process works:
Develop The Production Schedule: Based on customer demand and current inventory, the system calculates how much to produce within a given timeframe, forming the foundation of the production plan.
Calculate Material Requirements: Once the production schedule is set, the system determines what materials are needed, and in what quantities, then accounts for waste margins.
Check Inventory: The system then evaluates existing stock levels to confirm whether materials are sufficient to meet production needs.
Generate Purchase Orders: If inventory falls short, the system creates purchase orders with precise details like quantities, delivery dates, and other requirements
Track Progress: The system monitors purchase orders, tracking delivery timelines, potential delays, or other issues to ensure smooth operations.
Adjust The Plan: If there are changes in production schedules or unforeseen issues, the system adapts, updating the plan as needed.
At Moulders Consulting, our MRP systems simplify complex processes, giving manufacturers the clarity and control they need to stay competitive.
Mark Amphlett
Director
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01626 903 151 or mark@mouldersconsulting.co.uk
What Is An ERP System?
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems are designed to help your manufacturing business run more smoothly. By streamlining data sharing and communication across your operations, these systems improve efficiency and create seamless workflows for your team.
In essence, ERP systems facilitate effective data transfer and information exchange, ensuring a seamless operation that promotes efficiency and delivers a smooth workflow.
What Is An MRP System?
Material Requirements Planning (MRP) is an essential system used to manage and plan the materials needed in manufacturing. It ensures that the right resources are available at the right time, helping to keep production on track.
By coordinating material availability, MRP plays a key role in maintaining an efficient workflow and ensuring that everything needed for production is in place when required.
About Our Software Solutions
Our software takes full advantage of MRP and ERP systems to offer a seamlessly integrated product management solution, specifically designed for manufacturers.
Built with care and expertise, our solutions are tailored to address the unique challenges of the manufacturing industry, helping businesses streamline processes and improve efficiency at every level.
With a strong track record, we’ve successfully implemented our ERP and MRP systems for companies of all sizes and industries.
Get in touch with us today to learn more about our industry-leading software and see how we can help shape the future of manufacturing!
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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 Us
At Moulders Consulting Ltd., we specialise in providing tailored ERP and MRP software for the manufacturing sector, helping businesses produce high-quality products more efficiently while reducing costs and driving long-term, sustainable growth.
With expertise in plastic injection moulding and Industry 4.0 advancements, we deliver solutions that streamline operations and support sales and marketing strategies. Our services include ERP/MRP system implementation, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), production process optimisation, e-commerce solutions, marketing strategies, troubleshooting, and more.
Designed for manufacturing companies with an annual turnover between £1M and £25M, our cost-effective solutions allow businesses to optimise processes, lower manufacturing costs, and improve profitability. By partnering with our clients, we ensure they achieve sustainable growth and higher profit margins.
Contact us today to learn how our software and expert support can transform your operations and help your business thrive.
About Our Directors
About Mark Amphlett
With over 20 years of experience in the plastics industry, Mark Amphlett has a proven track record of driving growth and success.
As General Manager at Amtek Plastics in Newton Abbot, Mark oversaw a remarkable transformation, increasing the company’s annual turnover from £650k to over £3M in under six years.
His branding and marketing strategies elevated Amtek Plastics to a leading position in the UK’s Plastic Injection Moulding sector, boosting inbound inquiries from just a few per month to over 60 consistently.
Mark’s strategic vision, dedication, and expertise in business growth and market positioning have been key to his success.
About Andy Jewell
Andy Jewell brings decades of experience to the plastics industry, starting in 1989 with an Honours Degree in Chemistry and Business Administration.
Early in his career, Andy honed his technical expertise in material handling, drying, and dosing systems, along with real-time Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). Over time, he specialised in promoting and selling MES solutions, working closely with a renowned US-based supplier to establish them as a global leader.
Since 2017, Andy has operated as an Independent Sales Consultant, leveraging his deep knowledge of plastics manufacturing and MES solutions to help clients enhance productivity and profitability, where his dedication to delivering results has made him a trusted advisor.
