Introducing ZeroKey’s Spatial Add-On for MES to the Tulip Library

Manufacturing processes are growing more complex, requiring greater visibility, efficiency, and adaptability. To meet these demands, manufacturers need solutions that evolve with their needs. That’s why Tulip and ZeroKey have teamed up to introduce the Spatial Add-on for MES.

The Spatial Add-on for MES adds an advanced layer of functionality to your Composable MES, enhancing your system’s ability to transform physical operations into digital workflows. The Spatial Add-on for MES provides five app templates which leverage ZeroKey’s Quantum RTLS 2.0 technology to improve process control, production tracking, and quality assurance. Built on the same Common Data Model as Tulip's Composable MES App Suite, the Spatial Add-on for MES can easily extend your existing Composable MES or work as a standalone workflow within Tulip.

At the heart of the Spatial Add-on for MES is the Quantum RTLS 2.0 technology—a groundbreaking system that delivers real-time, three-dimensional position tracking with unprecedented precision of up to 1.5 mm. This level of accuracy exceeds industry norms by more than 100 times, enabling manufacturers to convert physical workflows into digital processes with unparalleled accuracy.

Integrating Quantum RTLS 2.0 into Tulip's no-code platform enables manufacturers to develop dynamic workflows that they can adapt to the physical world, driving efficiency, reducing errors, and enabling data-driven decisions throughout the production cycle.

The Spatial Add-on for MES includes a collection of app templates tailored to high-value manufacturing use cases. These apps represent best practices for leveraging ZeroKey’s precise tracking capabilities in combination with Tulip’s intuitive and customizable workflows.

Here’s a closer look at the featured applications:

1. Bolt Sequencing Verification

Ensuring structural integrity has never been easier. The Bolt Sequencing Verification app guides users through dynamic bolt sequencing workflows, automatically verifying each step with real-time feedback. This app not only detects errors as they occur but also alerts operators to ensure corrections are made immediately. This eliminates rework and enhances product quality, making costly mistakes a thing of the past.

2. Pick and Place Verification

Errors in pick-and-place operations can lead to delays and diminished product quality. The Pick and Place Verification app ensures accuracy at every step of critical workflows. When an error is detected, the app provides immediate feedback, helping operators correct mistakes before they cascade into larger issues.

3. Worker Safety

Safety is paramount, and the Worker Safety app offers unmatched real-time adaptability. It dynamically tracks personnel and machinery, providing instant alerts for safety breaches or hazardous zone violations. Features like automatic fall detection and lone worker alerts ensure rapid response to critical incidents, making shop floors safer and more agile.

4. Material Flow

By combining ZeroKey’s real-time location data with Tulip’s platform, the Material Flow app streamlines material tracking across production lines. It identifies bottlenecks, monitors dwell times in specific zones, and triggers actions when thresholds are exceeded. Manufacturers can now proactively respond to inefficiencies, boosting overall throughput and reducing operational costs.

5. Loss Prevention

Ensure materials stay where they belong. The Loss Prevention app protects high-value assets with geofencing capabilities, automated alerts, and event-triggered responses. Quantum RTLS 2.0 keeps track of where materials are. If they leave designated areas, Tulip notifies manufacturers to react swiftly to potential security breaches and maintain operational integrity.

The integration of ZeroKey and Tulip is more than just a technological advancement—it’s a shift in how manufacturing has been approached. Together, Tulip and ZeroKey have collaborated to bring these two tools together to develop solutions for some of the most critical challenges manufacturers face – verifying product quality, providing real-time insights into operations, and ensuring workplace safety.

Manufacturing is inherently dynamic, and the Spatial Add-on for MES gives manufacturers the ability to stay agile and competitive with real-time data and adaptive workflows. While ZeroKey puts real-time location data at your fingertips, Tulip’s platform makes it easy to integrate it into customizable workflows that meet evolving operational needs. Together, ZeroKey and Tulip enable manufacturers to incorporate real-time tracking of physical assets into their digital processes for smarter decision-making and greater efficiency throughout the production cycle.

The addition of the Spatial Add-on for MES to the Tulip Library demonstrates the power of an open ecosystem in driving innovation. By combining ZeroKey’s state-of-the-art location technology with Tulip’s flexible platform, manufacturers gain access to tools that are not only cutting-edge but also accessible and user-friendly.

For manufacturers looking to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive landscape, the Spatial Add-on for MES offers the opportunity to rethink and reimagine operations. From improving assembly accuracy to protecting workers and assets, these solutions bridge the gap between physical workflows and digital processes. The Spatial Add-on for MES empowers smarter, more efficient manufacturing processes.

As industries evolve, so too must the tools and technologies that support them. ZeroKey and Tulip are proud to be leading the charge, delivering solutions that transform manufacturing for the better.

Explore the Spatial Add-on for MES in the Tulip Library today and take the first step toward a future of seamless, intelligent operations.