Maak- en procesindustrie - VDS Automation

Manufacturing and process industry: data-driven production to a higher level

Real-time insights that enhance quality, speed, and OEE

Manufacturing and process industry: data-driven production to a higher level

Real-time insights that enhance quality, speed, and OEE

Do you recognize these challenges in the manufacturing and process industry?

Unscheduled downtime or outdated assets

Labor shortages or knowledge loss on the shop floor

Quality variation, scrap or (near) misses

Fragmented data or pilots that do not scale

Traceability of ESG reporting

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Do you recognize these challenges in the manufacturing and process industry?

Unscheduled downtime or outdated assets

Labor shortages or knowledge loss on the shop floor

Quality variation, scrap or (near) misses

Fragmented data or pilots that do not scale

Traceability of ESG reporting

Discover our solutions

Do you recognize these challenges in the manufacturing and process industry?

Unscheduled downtime or outdated assets

Labor shortages or knowledge loss on the shop floor

Quality variation, scrap or (near) misses

Fragmented data or pilots that do not scale

Traceability of ESG reporting

Discover our solutions

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Less downtime. Better quality. Complete traceability.

Real-time management with a single platform for Analytics, Automation, and IoT.

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Trusted by international clients

Increase OEE, reduce downtime, and make your factory ESG-proof.

The pressure on production costs, speed, and compliance is increasing. VDS Automation helps factories operate faster, safer, and more predictably with scalable solutions that deliver proven results.

Uptime & maintenance

Predicts failures and reduces downtime with data-driven maintenance.

OEE platform

Displays real-time OEE and bottlenecks so you can manage the line flow.

Quality

Monitors quality inline with SPC for less rework.

Traceability & data

Connects shop floor, MES, and ERP data for complete traceability.

Energy & sustainability

Measures energy per asset and reduces kWh per unit and costs.

Uptime & maintenance

From putting out fires to predictable maintenance.

Uptime starts with predictability. We read condition data such as vibration, temperature, current, and pressure directly and combine that with failure records and maintenance logic. Deviations are detected early, allowing you to move from firefighting to condition-based and even predictive maintenance. In the dashboard, you track machine statuses, causes, and trends in Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) per asset or line, while your maintenance backlog and SLAs are automatically synchronized with your CMMS, such as Ultimo or Maximo. This way, you schedule parts and technicians based on actual risk and reduce the time between reporting and resolution.

Maak- en procesindustrie uptime & onderhoud

OEE platform

Real-time OEE as a control tool for capacity.

OEE becomes a practical control instrument for us. Availability, performance, and quality come together in one continuous view, with a clear A/P/Q breakdown per line or cell. Deviations from the target cycle are immediately visible and can trigger an Andon alert or workflow where needed. Digital work instructions facilitate changeovers according to SMED principles, allowing for faster and more consistent transitions. Additionally, line balancing helps to harmonize staffing and cycle times and to accurately locate the real bottleneck. You can compare shifts and locations using the same metrics, making best practices easily deployable. As an operator, you receive real-time information about the production line, including the OEE. With downtime registration and work instructions on a tablet, you have maximum control over the process.

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Quality

From sampling to continuous quality monitoring

Inline quality checks with sensors, weighing and measurement signals, and code/label scans validate products during the process and provide immediate insight into trends and origins for each type of error. Statistical process control (SPC) monitors critical parameters; as soon as limits are exceeded, the operator receives targeted instructions or an automatic notification is sent. The result: less rework, higher first-pass yield, and demonstrable traceability for audits and customers.

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Traceability & data

Full traceability, from component to end product.

Complete traceability requires a solid data chain. Through an IIoT layer, we access PLCs, SCADA systems, and machines. ERP and PLM provide item and revision data, so you can see exactly which components, process parameters, and test results correspond to each serial number or batch. The production dashboard displays the entire process in the factory and simultaneously monitors data quality: missing values, outliers, and delays are highlighted. This reduces the likelihood of errors and speeds up analyses while meeting internal and external reporting requirements.

Energy & sustainability

Energy insight from building to machine

We make energy performance concrete from building to machine. Submetering on separate installations, such as chillers and pumps, gives you visibility into consumption and efficiency per asset. Because consumption data is linked to orders, batches, or products, you can track kWh per unit and address peaks specifically. The dashboard signals unusual profiles and peak loads, allowing you to implement corrective actions immediately. Exports seamlessly align with ESG or sustainability reports, enabling you to share substantiated results without additional administration.

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Smart Factory

Increase the output of your factory and reduce waste with VDS Smart Factory

Energy monitoring

Gain real-time control over the total energy consumption of your location and the individual installations.

Frequently asked questions

Which machines and systems can you connect with?

We unlock data from machines and controls as well as from your existing IT environment. Think of OPC UA, Modbus TCP/RTU, digital and analog signals, API connections, and integrations with ERP, MES, and SCADA systems.

What results can I expect?

You will gain faster and more reliable insight into where performance deviates and why. This allows you to intervene earlier during the shift, reduce waste, and better substantiate improvement actions. In the long run, this also forms a basis for recognizing trends and deviations that are relevant for predictive maintenance.

Can we also start with a pilot?

Yes. We often start with a pilot to quickly prove value with a defined scope, such as one line, one machine group, or one KPI set (e.g., OEE and the largest losses). In the pilot, we unlock the relevant signals, build an initial dashboard, and test together whether the insights are immediately usable for adjustments (for example, in the daily start). After that, you can scale up in a controlled manner to more lines, locations, or use cases.

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