SIG Combibloc

Provider of systems and solutions for aseptic packaging
Approx. 9,000 employees (2023)
€2.78 billion in sales (2022)

After a proof of concept, SIG decided in favor of CONTACT and its partner SolidLine. In addition to the primary selection criteria, CIM Database PLM convinced by the fact that the software can be easily and comprehensively customized. CONTACT automated CAD data migration via workflow, including references between 3D models and drawings. Today, the system controls the global PLM processes. In addition, Elements for IoT ensures smart asset management and provides the basis for digital service business in plant engineering.

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Task and objective

Implementation of a powerful PLM system with high adaptability and expandability
Better support for global collaboration
Highly consistent data and end-to-end process through standard interfaces to SAP and CAx systems
Ease of use
Laying the foundation for digital service business and asset management

Solution

CIM Database as central system for product development, series support, production planning, manufacturing and assembly and technical documentation
Bidirectional synchronization of all development data with SAP – including dictionary for material system
CONTACT Elements for IoT for monitoring global customer environments using digital twins
Edge connectivity and integrated industry standards for end-to-end data flow from multiple sources

Benefits

Globally consistent product data, uniform global development processes
Compliance and fulfillment of the highest quality standards through process security and comprehensive plant documentation
Consistent engineering change processes thanks to comprehensive SAP synchronization
Improved availability of production lines through minimized downtime
Fleet overview and documentation of the customer environment as a basis for additional business through digital services