Cloud Solutions in industrial plants

In today’s industry, keeping costs low while maintaining competitiveness is essential for companies in the sheet metal production sector. With the rising prices of raw materials and energy, finding ways to optimize operations has become increasingly important. Lantek, a technology leader in the field with a global customer base of over 30,000, has been providing innovative software solutions for over 30 years to assist manufacturers in improving efficiency, reducing costs, and increasing productivity and quality.

Two years ago, Hollandsteel started producing metal parts for the Dutch market in a brand-new factory. Its machines are running 24 hours for an ever-increasing number of clients and its concept could be trendsetting for the industry. An interview with Ruud Appel of Holland Steel and Christoph Lenhard, sales director of Lantek Germany.

Juan Ignacio Castro, a technology enthusiast with more than a decade of experience in aeronautical manufacturing, has been leading the digital transformation at Airbus’ Military Aircraft division. He has made it clear that the digital transformation implies an effort on everyone’s part: the company, the employees, and the suppliers. In order to adapt and stay competitive in the market, “It is important for the entire value chain to develop innovative products and services,” says Castro.