Hatch Stamping Improves Multi-Plant Data Management with Plex MES

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Hatch Stamping Improves Multi-Plant Data Management with Plex MES

Case study shows how Hatch Stamping replaced a legacy ERP with Plex to manage operations across US and Mexico plants with real-time data, barcoding, and OEE tracking.

Published

June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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Hatch Stamping Company, a metal stampings manufacturer serving the automotive industry, implemented Plex to replace an outdated DOS-based ERP. The cloud platform integrated ERP, MES, quality, and shop-floor functions, enabling multi-plant visibility, accurate inventory tracking via barcoding, and automated OEE measurement. Employees gained real-time access to production, quality, and financial data, reducing manual reporting and improving decision-making across locations.

Key takeaways

Replaced legacy ERP with integrated cloud MES/ERP platform

Enabled separate performance tracking for US and Mexico plants

Barcoding improved parts tracking accuracy and reduced manual processes

Custom OEE functions support downtime, performance, and quality metrics

Real-time data access eliminated separate report generation roles

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