Bystronic and Lantek Announce Partnership

The need for automation and digital processing solutions is growing and being amplified by Industry 4.0 trends that are changing the world of sheet metal production. The software sector is playing a central role in this change. To assist users in an automated and networked production environment, Bystronic Inc. (Elgin, IL) and Lantek Systems, Inc. (Mason, OH) have announced they are working as innovation partners on new visions that support customers with process solutions within a world of automated and networked manufacturing.

The first important goal of this partnership is the development of a manufacturing execution system (MES) solution that will enable Bystronic to expand their existing range of software solutions with an integrated MES. This system will help shops to optimally integrate automation solutions and digital processes into their production landscape. A preview of this technology project was recently presented at the FABTECH 2016 trade show in Las Vegas, NV.

Lantek is a strong partner with extensive know-how and consultancy expertise relating to the development of manufacturing management software systems. For the last 30 years, they have been supporting users worldwide with a wide range of software solutions for the industrial processing of sheet metal, tubes, and profiles. Bystronic can also look back on 30 years of providing support to customers worldwide with a portfolio that covers high-tech systems for economical sheet metal processing that include laser and waterjet cutting systems, press brakes, automation systems, software solutions, and services.

Both partners are convinced that this collaboration will combine visions and forces that generate a sustainable impact on the future trends and demands in the sheet metal processing industry. Their common goal is to support customers with pioneering solutions that will bring them forward on the path towards a digitally-permeated manufacturing environment.

“I am thrilled that we are now a technology partner for them, a symbol of innovation for machine tool builders worldwide. Our technology portfolio is wide and deep, and their excellence in machine construction is world renowned,” said Alberto Martinez, the chief executive officer of Lantek. “With innovation being a part of the DNA of both our companies, this partnership will help their customers transform how they manage their machines and transcend the established boundaries in the sheet metal industry.”

“With Lantek, we have gained a strong partner who will help us expand our existing software portfolio with new solutions,” added Alex Waser, the chief executive officer of Bystronic. “This partnership will provide our customers with two-fold know-how. Together we will develop innovations that will guide users into a world of digitally-networked manufacturing.”

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