Richards Industries MES Implementation: 50% OEE Gain and 257% ROI

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Richards Industries MES Implementation: 50% OEE Gain and 257% ROI

Case study showing how Richards Industries deployed FORCAM FORCE MES across 31 CNC machines to achieve 50% OEE improvement and 257% ROI within five months.

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June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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Richards Industries implemented a two-phase MES rollout using FORCAM FORCE for machine data collection, real-time visualization, order data management, and product data management integrated with MAPICS ERP. Phase 1 covered 10 machines with MTConnect connectivity; Phase 2 added 21 machines plus DNC and PDM capabilities. Results included 50% overall productivity gains, real-time shop floor visibility, and rapid ROI through reduced downtime and improved operator decision-making.

Key takeaways

50% OEE improvement achieved within 12 months across 31 CNC machines

257% ROI realized in 5 months on the initial 10-machine pilot

MTConnect integration enabled automated OEE calculation and real-time alerts

Two-phase rollout combined MDC visualization with ODM and PDM modules

Operator empowerment through live data reduced errors and improved engagement

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