Implementation of it tools for effecient operations

Project facts

Project promoter:
EFD INDUCTION SRL
Project Number:
RO17-0003
Target groups
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Status:
Completed
Initial project cost:
€1,953,886
Final project cost:
€1,431,933
From Norway Grants:
€ 364,153
The project is carried out in:
Bucureşti - Ilfov

Description

The objective of the promoter is to establish a profitable operation based on engineering and manufacturing of induction heating equipment which contribute to use of electric energy in industrial heating processes and therefore reduce polluting emissions from alternative heating methods like gas heating. The use of induction heating also results in improved work environment due to less radiant heating and to increase output and productivity. The aim of project is to professionalize the promoter's organization, management and employees by organizational development programs, implementation of IT-tools for efficient operations and some investments in equipment and machinery for quality and productivity improvement. The project activities will result in increased competence among employees and ability to serve customers according to their needs and expectations.

Summary of project results

The activities in the project addressed the refurbishment of the production building, purchasing of new equipment and intangible assets, implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tool, and specific and general training of own staff. Outputs: - efficiency and productivity improvement due to acquisition of new equipment: press brake machine, brazing oven, water jet cutting machine, CNC shear, workstations for the design department, exhauster hoods, energy monitoring system; - implemented IT tools for efficient operations; - increased level of staff competence through training. Outcome: - higher turnover; - higher level of staff competency, and more disciplined work due to the ERP implementation; - increased productivity, increased complexity of produced parts, increased production volume; - increased delivery on time and quality.

Summary of bilateral results