A module within MARCO's innovative TRAC-IT MES factory floor solution is playing a vital role at Monexco's newly commissioned automated seasonings plant in Thailand.

The project, which was completed at the beginning of 2007, is the first carried out under the umbrella of the strategic alliance between MARCO and powder handling specialists Matcon. Matcon were responsible for the supply of all the process equipment with the exception of the mixers and packers, whilst MARCO's software brings important traceability, control and visibility to the operation.

MARCO's MD Murray Hilborne is clear on the advantages of his company's encompassing TRAC-IT MES solution and as he concludes: "We are showing time and time again that significant gains can be made by manufacturers in a diverse range of industries, typically without having to revolutionise their manufacturing processes. The TRAC-IT MES layer uses existing data that's often ignored or under-utilised, to provide a constant measure-control-improve environment where traceability comes as standard. By exploiting TRAC-IT MES software, our customers are increasing operational efficiency, reducing cycle times, eliminating data entry errors, whilst improving quality and customer service. "