HMT supports fast-paced growth with advanced FocusQuantum for OPW and flat fabric
Customer Company Size
Large Corporate
Region
- Asia
Country
- China
Product
- FocusQuantum OPW
- FocusQuantum FT 6K
- Focus Airbag OPW
- Focus Airbag XHP
Tech Stack
- Laser Cutting Technology
- Production Preparation Software
- SmartCutting
- Advanced Marker Making Software
Implementation Scale
- Enterprise-wide Deployment
Impact Metrics
- Cost Savings
- Productivity Improvements
- Customer Satisfaction
Technology Category
- Functional Applications - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
- Functional Applications - Product Lifecycle Management Systems (PLM)
- Functional Applications - Remote Monitoring & Control Systems
Applicable Industries
- Automotive
Applicable Functions
- Discrete Manufacturing
- Quality Assurance
Use Cases
- Manufacturing System Automation
- Predictive Maintenance
- Process Control & Optimization
Services
- System Integration
- Testing & Certification
- Training
About The Customer
HMT New Technical Materials, a China-based automotive airbag supplier, was founded in 2002 and has rapidly grown to become the number-one market share holder in the Chinese airbag market. The company was among the first to acquire the FocusQuantum OPW for one-piece woven (OPW) fabric. HMT has a strong ambition to build the largest airbag production base in China, driven by its commitment to using the best equipment and technology available. The company has implemented an ambitious growth strategy to consolidate its leading position in the market.
The Challenge
To maintain its industry-leading position on the Chinese airbag market, HMT sought to substantially increase its production capacity.
The Solution
Lectra provided HMT with a comprehensive package that included the FocusQuantum laser airbag cutting solution, production preparation software suite, and professional services. This technologically advanced solution enabled HMT to significantly augment its production capacity and reduce the overall cost per airbag. The implementation of FocusQuantum OPW and FocusQuantum FT 6K units allowed HMT to achieve optimal quality and increased capacity. The service contract with Lectra ensured ongoing preventive and predictive maintenance, contributing to the smooth implementation and continuous performance improvement.
Operational Impact
Quantitative Benefit
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