About the Customer
Metso is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of recycling machinery for processing metal scrap. The company has a workforce of approx. 260 employees and is located in Düsseldorf, Germany, where design, engineering and manufacturing has been carried out for almost 100 years.
The formerly family-owned company was founded in 1913 by Waldemar Lindemann and became part of the Finnish Metso Group in 2001. Together with Metso Denmark (formerly M&J, manufacturer of waste shredders and Texas Shredder, a US located producer of metal shredders) it represents Metso’s recycling business. Metso Germany specializes in state-of-the-art processing systems for scrap materials. Their products are used in metal recycling plants and automobile factories, as well as in a diverse range of applications.
Project Overview
Metso aimed to streamline its product development processes and ensure seamless data consistency across engineering disciplines. The project focused on creating configurable, error-free BOMs to accelerate time-to-market while allowing engineers to independently transfer ECAD project updates to the PLM system. A key aspect was the integration of PLC (Siemens S7) and fluidic components into a unified data environment. By implementing an efficient connection between the ECAD and PLM systems, Metso can now automatically store configuration results and parts lists directly in Teamcenter, supporting faster product launches and improved process reliability.
We are very satisfied with the work of XPLM. The interface and configurator have standardized our solutions and work routines. Therefore we thank them a lot.
Solution
XPLM implemented an advanced integration between Siemens Teamcenter and EPLAN, enabling seamless synchronization of electrical and hydraulic schematics. The solution included the introduction of a customized product configurator that automates the creation of schematics, collects PLC (Siemens S7) and fluid components, and stores the complete output—including BOMs—directly in Teamcenter. Through close collaboration with Metso, the system was optimized for the company’s specific workflows, eliminating the need for extensive user training. The standardized configuration process now ensures efficient data management, faster product development, and a significant reduction in manual workload.
Benefits
- Automated workflows provide greater transparency and efficiency across all daily operations
- Standardization of software components for SPS/PLC programming ensures consistent quality and simplified maintenance
- Significant time and cost savings through streamlined processes and reduced manual effort
