How IQMS Powers Operational Excellence at Vital Plastics

Key Takeaways

• Real-Time monitoring drives efficiency and quality by providing live data on numerous production metrics like cycle time, parts produced, scrap counts, downtime.
• Tooling management and maintenance are fully integrated and monitored in real-time, feeding automated PM schedules and tracking MRO activities. These insights support the development of tooling scorecards.
• Customers benefit from ERP-driven operations. By integrating modules for scheduling, SPC, production reporting, and more, IQMS helps ensure better OTD, quality, and deeper transparency on the production of their products. 

At Vital Plastics, operational efficiency and product quality are non-negotiable. Central to achieving these goals is our ERP system: DELMIAWorks IQMS. This integrated solution supports nearly every facet of our operation—including production, warehousing, quality, engineering, accounting, scheduling, and purchasing.

A key differentiator for us is IQMS’s RealTime™ Production Monitoring. Every press on our floor (referred to as a workcenter) is connected, delivering live data on cycle times, part counts, run durations, downtime, and other key metrics. The captured data can be referenced to lot, box, operator, press, date, and time for when there might be an issue to investigate. This real-time visibility allows us to track performance moment-to-moment and respond proactively to any issues on the shop floor.

In addition to production metrics, RealTime™ tracks tooling cycles, allowing us to monitor usage at a granular level. This data feeds into our Preventative Maintenance (PM) schedules, helping us avoid unplanned downtime by scheduling maintenance based on actual tool use. It also supports Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) tracking, giving us full visibility into tooling life cycles and maintenance history.

One major advantage of this tooling insight is the creation of tooling scorecards. These reports, shared with customers, reflect tool performance and maintenance consistency—supporting trust and transparency while reinforcing our quality assurance processes. Our tooling team is able to analyze each tooling scorecard and make suggestions to our customers about the lifecycle of their tool. This helps them plan for any tooling repairs, maintenance, and budgeting for tool replacement if necessary. 

On the quality front, IQMS integrates Statistical Process Control (SPC) with real-time monitoring. Quality data is captured and analyzed continuously, allowing us to identify and address variances before they affect production. This embedded quality management ensures that inspection and process control are part of the production flow—not an afterthought.

The system also enhances production scheduling and resource allocation. By factoring in machine availability, labor, and materials, IQMS helps us maintain throughput and reduce lead times. Automated production reporting further strengthens our ability to make data-driven decisions that align with customer needs.

What This Means for Our Customers

Our investment in DELMIAWorks IQMS isn’t just about internal efficiency—it delivers direct value to our customers:

• Improved Quality: Continuous monitoring and SPC ensure fewer defects and higher consistency.
• On-Time Delivery (OTD): Optimized scheduling and maintenance keep jobs on track.
• Greater Transparency: Tooling scorecards and performance metrics give customers insights into how we manage their programs.

In short, IQMS empowers Vital Plastics to be faster, smarter, and more accountable—delivering the quality and reliability our customers expect.

Choosing a molder with the right ERP system can be crucial to the success of your injection molded products. CONTACT US TODAY to learn more about how Vital Plastics can support your injection molding needs. 

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