Case Studies
Learn how data driven manufacturers gain productivity and transparency with AspectPL.
Read productivity success stories from manufacturers all over Australasia.
AspectPT interviews Steve Rush from Beckhoff Automation NZ and discovers how their partnership is helping manufacturers in NZ and Australia.
AspectPT talked with Steve Rush from Beckhoff about Beckhoff Automation in New Zealand and why Beckhoff PLCs are the best choice for AspectPT clients
Lance Wyatt from PACT Packaging in Hamilton explains how AspectPL MES is helping him manage this high volume, low margin food packaging operation.
Operations Manager Lance Wyatt has been at Pact Packaging Hamilton (previously known as Alto) for 37 years and is described as someone who knows how to get stuff done. Twelve months ago, he did just that by implementing the AspectPL manufacturing execution system software (MES) at Pact Packaging in Hamilton.
Kenneth Tohovaka explains how excellent team dynamics and culture help Alto leverage the most value out of AspectPL MES
A theme that comes through consistently when talking with Kenneth Tohovaka is that team dynamics and culture are the most important ingredients in a successful manufacturing operation. A veteran AspectPL MES software user, Kenneth says
AMEC Plastics explain how they implemented AspectPL completely remotely with the AspectPT team
In 2021 AMEC decided it needed an MES (a digital manufacturing execution system). AMEC were running a manual manufacturing process with no automated scheduling. In fact, they didn’t even have a dedicated Production Planner. With the business growing and plans to move into larger premises they knew they had to invest in AspectPL to manage the production floor.
Nautech Electronics explain how AspectPL has given them real time metrics and OEE monitoring
In business for more than 30 years, Nautech operates a high-tech, automated factory in East Tamaki, Auckland. Nautech manufactures electronic circuit boards for many international companies and sectors such as automotive, marine, emergency services, aviation and military.
Bonson Packaging update 2020 - Covid-19, new brand, business acquisition and sustainability
There have been a number of changes at Bonson since we last spoke to them in 2016 about AspectPL MES software. Most recently Bonson navigated the Covid-19 lockdown as an essential service and developed a refreshed brand and new website. In 2019 Bonson celebrated 35 years in business and acquired their own distribution business in Brisbane.
Cromford Pipe explain how AspectPL has streamlined machine maintenance and rapidly increased OEE and productivity
Cromford Pipe has been operating from its scenic Moss Vale, NSW site for 11 years. With 7 production lines and 30 staff, Cromford makes smooth walled HDPE pipe, HDPE flexi pipe and PVC Flexi pipe.
Cormack Packaging tell us about how AspectPL has saved them days of work by streamlining production planning
Established in Sydney in the 1940’s, Cormack Packaging is a Australian, family owned business who manufacture bespoke closure systems for a wide variety of markets. Predominately a 24/7 operation with 51 work centres across 3 sites, Cormack installed AspectPL in August 2018.
See how Hansen Products managed the AspectPL installation and how they are utilising data from AspectPL to improve their business
Known for high quality products with great tolerances, Hansen Products makes technically advanced plastic fittings and valves for the New Zealand and international markets. In 2018 Hansen Products saw there was a gap in their production data and decided to install AspectPL to digitise their production floor.
See how Pharmapac is using AspectPL to meet their customers' quality, capacity and delivery requirements
Brett Hopwood, Pharmapac’s General Manager says Pharmapac’s focus is their customers. “Being agile enough to meet changing demand, insisting on high quality checks and controls, holding enough stock and producing less waste. We pride ourselves on knowing as much about our customers’ business as they do.”
How Bonson uses AspectPL to keep ahead of the pack
Bonson is an Auckland based, family owned company that manufactures injection moulded, rigid plastic food containers. Founded by brothers David Tsui and Johnny Chui in 1984, it employs about 60 staff. Bonson produces over a million units a day in one of Australasia’s most sophisticated and tightly run food grade manufacturing plants.
Improving OEE Means More Profit
Below we hear from a client who runs 20 injection moulding machines ranging in size from 110T to 3,000T. They manufacture industrial handling and packaging products, mostly in PP and HDPE materials and employ over 50 staff.
Viscount Plastics stretches productivity and profits
Viscount Plastics has eight manufacturing plants in Australasia and a further five in South East Asia. Several years ago, Viscount’s head office set a goal to achieve world’s best practice within the plastic moulding industry.
Australian Blowmoulding Corporation uncovers hidden capacity
Australian Blowmoulding Corporation (ABC) is an Australian owned company specialising in custom moulding of plastic bottles and closure systems for more than 20 years. Focusing on specific sized bottles has enabled ABC to develop an enviable reputation for quality and service in the specific industries of pharmaceuticals and personal care.
Premier Plastics maintains worlds best practise with AspectPL
Premier Plastics is a custom blow and injection moulder which was established in 1970. They are a leading manufacturer and supplier of stock ‘off the shelf’ packaging for the personal care, cosmetic, health care, pharmaceutical and veterinary industries.