bindery management system

Horizon’s pXnet system extracts finishing data from the JDF file to set-up networked finishing equipment automatically. Where JDF files are not available the data can be input at the pXnet control desk.

The Horizon pXnet Bindery Control System is used as a central control point to schedule work, send job data to each finisher, monitor status of finishers and collect production statistics from finishers in real-time. pXnet brings efficiency and value in high-mix/low-volume production environments where frequent job changeovers are needed. The pXnet system can also be interfaced with an existing workflow for automated JDF set-up.

Benefits from implementing Horizon pXnet
1  Bindery managers can see work-in-progress in real-time, to make informed decisions on scheduling, staff planning, and equipment utilization. When pXnet is integrated upstream, this data can also be made visible to customer service, estimating, production planning, and management.
2  pXnet uses a simple, graphical drag-and-drop system for job planning and scheduling that alerts you to potential missed deadlines, so you can balance the work or schedule additional shifts as needed
3  All jobs are saved within pXnet, so you can easily recall recurring jobs for quick make-readies. You can also review previous jobs to answer questions or resolve problems.
4  pXnet identifies bindery bottlenecks and collects real-time shop floor data, providing accurate costing and pricing to improve your bottom line and streamline your business.
5  The pXnet system brings automation, efficiency, and accuracy to your production processes, with even greater gains when implementing a complete JDF workflow.

Advanced Features

• Simple Barcoded Job Ticket Generation
• Job Scheduling
• Barcode-Scanned Equipment Set-ups
• Real Time Job Monitoring
• Error Records and Maintenance Reporting
• JDF Compatibility