SupplyChain Magazine January 2016 | Page 80

TYTAL
Special order , custommade products are a key factor for TYTAL ’ s success globally material to be imported from Middle Eastern countries , Europe , U . S ., Canada and China , relying on experienced custom brokers both for land and maritime operations . Not just any kind of piece is suited to be part of a TYTAL finished product , since every single bolt , nut and fastener must be AAR-certified . This also applies to larger components , such as tank car couplings , braking systems , and wheels . High-pressure valves are DOT and MC 331-certified .
“ We cannot run the risk of manufacturing with non-certified parts ,” the company ’ s president said .
High-tech manufacturing and business management
TYTAL ’ s production of durable , reliable , high-quality products demands advanced technology and automation in certain areas of the manufacturing process . The company ’ s sophisticated process enables the creation of prototype units to undergo extreme testing .
“ We can create a virtual unit , load it with excessive cargo and detect possible failures and weak points to strengthen ,” Perez said .
Management operations are supported by MRP software , but due to upcoming expansion projects , the company is already moving to a custom-made SAP system , able to optimize operations regarding technical features ,
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