Phase 17

Process Optimization Protec GmbH / Dörken AG in Herdecke/Germany

Results (Phase 1):

• Reduction in adjustment steps (30-70%)
• Improved process control (30-70% lower variability in key process indicators)
• Increased productivity by 30%

Results (Phase 2):

• Increase of production capacity by additional 80% based on the analysis and computer simulation of alternative process models (investments, shift models, work flow) with zero investment.
• Additional improvements in process reliabilty (30-50% less adjustments)