Services in the field of factory planning

Consulting factory planning and plant structure planning

Brownfield planning or greenfield project? Would you like to optimize existing factories or are you considering building a new production facility?

We are your experts in digital factory planning: with our extensive experience in factory planning and systematic factory structure planning, we support you in making your production and logistics future-proof, flexible and efficient. We use modern simulation tools to develop optimal solutions. Our holistic approach improves productivity, lowers costs, reduces throughput times and minimizes inventories.

The constantly growing competitive pressure is increasingly forcing manufacturing companies, to react to a growing number of variants, increased volatility and necessary capacity adjustments – all under increasing cost pressure. At the same time, technological progress requires the continuous modernization of production and logistics systems as well as the use of new equipment and automation technologies. The efficient use of materials and resources is also becoming increasingly important in this context in order to remain competitive.

Whether greenfield or brownfield: together we solve your tasks step by step and guide you successfully on the path to the smart factory by developing cost-effective digitalization and automation solutions for your company and optimizing business processes.

We are your experts in digital factory planning: with our extensive experience in factory planning and systematic factory structure planning, we support you in making your production and logistics future-proof, flexible and efficient. We use modern simulation tools to develop optimal solutions. Our holistic approach improves productivity, lowers costs, reduces throughput times and minimizes inventories.

The constantly growing competitive pressure is increasingly forcing manufacturing companies, to react to a growing number of variants, increased volatility and necessary capacity adjustments – all under increasing cost pressure. At the same time, technological progress requires the continuous modernization of production and logistics systems as well as the use of new equipment and automation technologies. The efficient use of materials and resources is also becoming increasingly important in this context in order to remain competitive.

Whether greenfield or brownfield: together we solve your tasks step by step and guide you successfully on the path to the smart factory by developing cost-effective digitalization and automation solutions for your company and optimizing business processes.

Procedure and system of ifp consulting in factory planning consulting

Our approach is both systematic and pragmatic. In accordance with VDI 5200 and HOAI, we support you in all service phases of digital factory planning for greenfield and brownfield projects.

Plant structure planning and factory planning based on the phases in VDI Standard 5200

Brownfield and Greenfield Planning

Systematic and goal-oriented approach to the factory of the future

Support of all service phases from strategy to implementation

Synchronization with building planning and HOAI service phases

Well-founded basic determination on the basis of data and process analyses

Tender and realization support

Project Management

FAQ: Customer problems & solutions in the field of factory planning

Every company and its product, but also every project, planning object and process in factory planning are unique. Nevertheless, many of our customers face similar challenges again and again in their operations across industries. We want to find the best solution for you individually and support you in the task of implementing the optimal plant structure step by step.

Problem: Suboptimal material flow, low transparency and grown structures in part of the manufacturing and logistics?

Solution: By systematically analyzing the product range, volumes and material flows, we optimize the use of the building in the brownfield.

Problem: Without printer and telephone your production and logistics do not work stable?

Solution: Together with you, we create the necessary processes, means and prerequisites on the way to digitalization and smart factory.

Problem: A new build or extension has been decided and you are looking for an expert at your side?

Solution: We systematically support you in designing the right factory of the future to achieve your goals.

Problem: Adaptability and flexibility of your production structure do not match the customer’s requirements?

Solution: We systematically scrutinize your existing structure and work with you to design a layout that meets your requirements.

Customer testimonial

Smart Factory Parsdorf

ifp consulting supported KraussMaffei in the largest relocation in Munich (Bavaria) since Munich Airport “Franz Josef Strauss”.

Technology screening to optimize existing production methods
Development of different variants of real block layout concepts and transfer into realistic plant concepts
Detailed layout at machine / workstation level
Creation of a relocation concept

KraussMaffei
Technologies
Ltd.

“From the beginning, the collaboration was as pleasant as it was effective. Particularly conducive to the progress of the project is the clear, systematic and analytical approach of the ifp consulting team.”

René Dierkes, Gesamtprojektleiter, Werksneubau Parsdorf, KraussMaffei

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Your advantages of factory consulting by ifp consulting

Systematic, goal-oriented and pragmatic approach to the project
State-of-the-Art Methods and Tools for Digital Factory Planning
Cross-industry know-how and best practice for manufacturing and logistics

Implementation of sustainable concepts for your Smart Factory
We develop individual solutions together with your employees
First time right: Invest in the right place in the concept and avoid unnecessary costs

Plant structure planning and factory planning

Whether greenfield or brownfield: ifp consulting has the expertise, many years of experience and the methods for efficient and targeted planning of your factory and plant structure in a short space of time. We see our work as a systematic, target-oriented approach in which all processes in the plant are efficiently aligned.

Site search

With us you will find the ideal location for your company. As your partner in the project, we help you to find the right location and the right piece of land for your company.

Concept planning

Concept planning is the basis for a successful plant structure. With the optimum arrangement and system, you avoid errors in the early phases and implement your project efficiently.

Detailed planning

First the planning, then the work in the implementation. We plan your ideas down to the smallest detail and ensure smooth coordination with other trades.

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Realization and ramp-up support

We support you in creating and designing a relocation concept and ensure that the ramp-up on site runs smoothly.

Digital twin
and BIM

Digital planning for the factory of the future – with us, you plan faster, more efficiently and more collaboratively. With targeted use of simulation in the context of production systems, plants or construction, we accompany you to success as part of our consulting services.

Project
management

Our project management includes the complete planning and implementation process. We help you ensure progress, continuously monitor costs and complete essential tasks on time.