Looking at the role of the machine-shop operator it explains how each manufacturing process can be supported with a bespoke package of information in the form of a digital production folder.

Every production process has special requirements – work instructions, parts lists, tooling needs, NC programs, drawings and other information essential to complete the task successfully. This can be downloaded direct to an operator’s workstation screen by Forcam’s manufacturing execution system software, Factory Framework.

Forcam says digitally archived manufacturing information is more effectively managed, it is easily updated and access can be provided on a controlled basis. The system retains full traceability of changes, recording what alterations were made to what part of the specification by whom, when, and why.