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MES Automation and Orchestration

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Proven, agile, scalable data and industrial process automation solution to turbo-charge Plex MES and your operations

Plex MES Automation and Orchestration—formerly Kors Engineering Mach2—connects your Plex Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to the plant edge to control information flow and processes adding efficiency, saving cost, and eliminating manual errors.

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Turn machines into Plex users

to drive rapid decision making by automating workflow based on machine data.

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Drive control

of unique and/or complex processes to remove human error and manual oversight.

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Solve unique challenges

with a low-code, drag-and-drop toolset for building applications that complement out-of-the-box MES functionality.

What is Plex MES Automation?

Plex MES Automation & Orchestration is a low-code solution that integrates manufacturing operations with the Plex MES to automate workflows and control information flow at the plant edge. It enables manufacturers to streamline processes, reduce manual errors , and enhance efficiency by automating tasks such as work center setup and downtime tracking. This approach not only improves operational accuracy but also provides real-time visibility into production activities, facilitating better decision-making and continuous improvement.

 
 

Plex MES Factory Automation and Orchestration Capabilities

Automate

Control your plant performance at the most granular level

Plex MES factory automation systems enable you to automate data capture and processes to add increased levels of control, gain real-time machine status insights, accurately record production, improve traceability, and execute processes like job setup and lineside labeling.

Orchestrate

Synchronize your plant floor and Plex MES

Orchestrate and enforce complex processes through connectivity with Plex MES to synchronize plant floor activity and remove manual oversight. Confirm proper tools and setups are used to produce parts based on customer requirements.

Extend

Create custom workflows in a low-code environment

Extend your capabilities using low-code application building to create custom workflows, content specific visualizations, and solutions that meet localized needs and requirements.

Aligned with extreme precision to the pillars of Smart Manufacturing.

Plex MES Plant Automation and Orchestration is designed to provide immediate value for your company, while preparing you for whatever tomorrow brings.

What is Smart Manufacturing
Connect

Connect

Connect to the plant edge to control information flow and processes

Automate

Automate

Automate manual tasks to increase speed and reduce error

Track

Track

Track production and quality data capture at the machine level for data accuracy and rapid decision-making

Analyze

Analyze

Analyze machine data to automate decisions and workflow

Plex MES Automation and Orchestration Features

Real-time Data Recording and Measurements

Monitor and capture operational data to automatically feed quality check sheets and reduce human data input errors.


Low Code

Simplify and automate complex, manual process flows using a drag-and-drop application builder.


Edge Connectivity

Connect to the plant edge to drive effective control of information flow and processes.


Process Enforcement

Provide connectivity and communication with Plex MES to ensure process enforcement and coordination.

  • "This product has become such an integral part of the business and everybody in our production office is using it every single day. It’s really just been a huge jump for Thai Summit in going from no visibility to full visibility on the floor, and even automating some processes such as labeling."

    Brendan Dutzy - Business Systems Analyst, Thai Summit America
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  • Flexible Solution

     

    With MES Automation and Orchestration, you are getting a proven, agile, scalable, and configurable solution.

  • Proven Experience

     

    Two decades of product foundation and evolution, implemented in hundreds of plants around the world

  • Scale That Matters

     

    Thousands of workcenters securely integrated to cloud MES and ERP, managing millions of transactions per day.

Featured Resources

McGregor Metal Case Study | Plex by Rockwell
McGregor Metal Case Study | Plex by Rockwell
Case Studies
Case Studies
McGregor Metal Case Study | Plex by Rockwell
A long-time Plex user, McGregor Metal first implemented Plex smart manufacturing technology in 2005.
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The Plex Digital Interactive Experience | Plex by Rockwell
The Plex Digital Interactive Experience | Plex by Rockwell
Interactive Demo
Interactive Demo
The Plex Digital Interactive Experience | Plex by Rockwell
Click through this interactive demo of a simulated plant floor to learn how Plex helps manufacturers like you digitize and modernize operations.
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