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PolskiAccelerating automation- Bock 1 GmbH’s strategic transition to meviy
For years, a six-week lead time for milled parts slowed industrial progress. Engineers built timelines around this delay, often waiting weeks before production even began.
Daniel Daubner, Designer Industrial Engineering at Bock 1 GmbH & Co. KG, faced this constraint in his daily work. He chose to move away from the established process and adopt the meviy platform. His experience outlines a more agile, digital-first production model.
The shift centres on delivery speed
Cutting lead times from six weeks to a maximum of 18 days changes how projects are planned. When delivery becomes predictable and faster, teams reduce idle time and move through iterations with greater control.
At Bock 1 GmbH & Co. KG, this 70% reduction in lead time improved project reliability. The team now delivers quickly while maintaining its internal quality standards.
As Daniel Daubner explains:
“While six weeks is standard on the market for products like these, we have so far waited a maximum of 18 days for our deliveries. This benefits our customers and partners through stronger planning and project security.”
Instant pricing in procurement
Traditional procurement consumes engineering time.
Long communication chains with local suppliers and partners, sometimes abroad, slow progress. Technical consultations and 2D drawing checks add further delay. Designers spend hours clarifying details instead of developing solutions.
The meviy platform removes much of this exchange. Designers upload STEP data and receive an immediate price. Moving directly from a 3D model to a quotation reduces the risk of errors that occur when interpreting 2D drawings.
This process shortens the path from concept to order. Teams act within minutes rather than waiting days for confirmation. Engineers focus on the technical build instead of managing administrative loops.
A self-explanatory industrial tool: designed for the user
A complex component, such as a vacuum-powered gripper for positioning aluminium housings, requires technical precision. The procurement process does not need to match that complexity.
Digital manufacturing tools now show that industrial software can remain intuitive, even for demanding parts.
When the system is clear and easy to navigate, designers spend less time on administration. They focus on engineering decisions instead of platform training or manual clarification.
At Bock 1 GmbH & Co. KG, this usability has built strong confidence in the platform. The team has already agreed to test upcoming features.
As Daniel Daubner explains:
“The technical solutions are optimal; the system is self-explanatory. I’m really impressed and look forward to the opportunity to become a tester of upcoming services.”
Smart maintenance: the power of component tagging
Efficiency in a digital ecosystem doesn’t end when the part arrives; it extends through the entire lifecycle of the machine.
By assigning a unique number to each component, the platform links the physical part to its full order history. This creates a clear digital reference for future use.
For divisions such as OFFICE and AUTOMOTIVE, this simplifies maintenance. When a wear part requires replacement, the team reorders using the stored number. There is no need to search for drawings or confirm specifications again. The risk of ordering errors falls.
This structured tagging supports complex automation systems over the long term. Parts remain traceable and serviceable years after initial installation.
Conclusion: redefining supplier standards
Digital manufacturing is changing what companies expect from suppliers. Predictable lead times, instant pricing, and structured component data are becoming standard requirements.
The planned integration of turned parts marks the next step. Expanding capabilities within the same digital workflow will further strengthen procurement control and production stability.
