Roman Kuster

Digital batch card and batch tracing: a successful project from the medical technology sector

Weidmann Medical Technology AG is a leading Swiss injection moulding system supplier for the medical technology and pharmaceutical industries, while Innomat-Automation AG specializes in the development of IoT software solutions. The project includes the introduction of a digital batch card and a driverless transportation system. These technologies improve the efficiency and transparency of production processes by automatically managing transport orders and ensuring that all production data is fully documented. Innomat has developed various interfaces to enable communication between machines, the ERP system and the transport system. These interfaces include OPC UA, a REST API and IDoc for SAP. The solutions ensure a high level of data integrity and minimize manual processes. By automating and digitalizing production processes, Weidmann and Innomat can achieve significant time and cost savings. The increased transparency and quality assurance strengthen competitiveness and meet the high demands of the medical technology industry. Marco Müller and Roman Kuster share their experiences and best practices from the project. They emphasize the importance of clear objectives, flexibility and a step-by-step approach when implementing IoT projects. Both companies see the digital transformation as an opportunity for future innovation and sustainable development.