We are thrilled to announce the launch of INFOCOIL, a cutting-edge optimisation solution dedicated to metal coil slitting. Developed by INFORMA in partnership with Gabella Macchine, INFOCOIL is designed to streamline the slitting process by maximising efficiency, enhancing precision, and fully integrating with modern manufacturing systems.
October 19, 2024
What Makes INFOCOIL Unique?
INFOCOIL begins by processing a list of orders to be slit. Leveraging advanced algorithms creates an optimised nesting plan that accounts for machine constraints, sales orders, and material specifications. This allows for optimal use of resources while minimising waste.
The optimised solution is stored for historical analysis, statistical evaluation, and future reference. It can seamlessly integrate with existing ERP systems and INFOMEX, our Manufacturing Execution System (MES) tailored for coil processing.
A Fully Integrated Solution
INFOCOIL’s intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) allows operators to easily select the correct coil from the warehouse and transmit this data to Gabella’s SCADA system. Gabella’s state-of-the-art slitting line then processes the data, executing the operation precisely. The solution includes an automatic labelling system and a marking tool that facilitates manual bending.
Real-time data on coil slitting and completed pieces are returned to INFOMEX and displayed on the operator’s panel, ensuring full transparency and traceability. INFOMEX also graphically represents the next scheduled job, helping streamline production planning and execution.
Industry 4.0 Compliant
INFOCOIL fully complies with Industry 4.0 standards, ensuring connectivity, automation, and real-time data exchange to support the smart factories of tomorrow. This is a crucial step toward digital transformation in the metal processing industry.
Acknowledgements
A special thanks to Mr. Paolo Gabella, Mr. Amedeo Gabella, and Mr. Claudio Ambricco—your support and expertise in explaining slit line constraints were instrumental in making this project a reality.
INFOCOIL is opening up new manufacturing possibilities, driving efficiency and reducing downtime.
Meet Us at EuroBLECH 2024
We are excited to showcase INFOCOIL and INFOMEX at EuroBLECH 2024, the premier European trade show for sheet metal processing. Gabella Macchine will be attending the 27th edition of the event, and we invite you to visit us:
📅 Dates: October 22–25, 2024 📍 Location: Hannover, Germany 🏛 Hall 27 – Stand J81
Join us at EuroBLECH for live demonstration of how INFOCOIL can transform your metal coil slitting operations. We look forward to discussing how this innovative solution can help take your production to the next level.
About INFORMA
Since 1986, INFORMA has been fully dedicated to studying and solving optimisation problems in production planning, specifically for manufacturing and distribution companies.
INFORMA has become highly specialised in optimizing material cutting, scheduling production planning from order confirmation, transportation planning, and truck/container loading for goods delivery.
About GABELLA MACCHINE
GABELLA MACCHINE brings extensive expertise and innovation to developing advanced solutions for coil slitting. The company specialises in producing automatic slitters seamlessly integrated into slitting, recoiling, multi-blanking, and combined lines.