Southco Inc. Epicor Mattec MES Implementation Case Study
Southco deployed Epicor Mattec MES to replace paper-based production controls, achieving 0 PPM scrap, 85% OEE, and $700K net savings.
Southco, a manufacturer of latches and hinges for automotive, aerospace, and medical markets, implemented Epicor Mattec MES across injection molding operations in the UK, US, and China. The system delivered real-time machine monitoring, statistical process control, and ERP integration with SAP. Results included scrap reduction from 15,000-16,000 PPM to zero, OEE improvement from 52% to 85%, 100% paper elimination, and avoidance of new machine purchases.
Real-time OEE visibility revealed 52% utilization versus manual reports, enabling targeted process fixes
Statistical process control on temperature and pressure reduced scrap from 15,000+ PPM to 0 PPM within four months
Color contamination root cause identification justified new hopper investment and supplier quality claims
85% OEE allowed retirement of five molding machines and freed floor space for new assembly lines
SAP integration eliminated remaining paper work orders and delivered live engineering documents to shop floor
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