IP France designs, sells and installs electromechanical equipment for the water cycle. The team covers drinking water and sanitation, from collection to distribution. Projects include pumping and wastewater treatment. The company manages demanding projects with sustained work rates. This reality requires reliable methods and unified tools.
Why IP France has internalised its cabling operations and chosen the FTZ suite
IP France initially outsourced the wiring of its cabinets. Recently, the company has brought manufacturing in-house to gain flexibility and responsiveness. This decision requires precision and strict organisation. The team sought a high-performance software suite to meet these requirements.
‘The FTZ software suite is now our exclusive tool for manufacturing our control cabinets,’ says Adrien G. This choice avoids fragmentation and enhances quality. The team then capitalises on a single, scalable platform from the design office to the wiring workshop.
The decisive advantages of SchemELECT and FTZ-Panel 3D at IP France
To speed up preparation, IP France uses libraries and predefined assemblies on SchemELECT. The software then automatically generates summaries, terminal blocks, cables and equipment lists. In addition, PLC information is automatically integrated into the file, eliminating the need for re-entry. FTZ-Panel 3D then precisely dimensions the cabinets and integrates cable trays, rails, plates and components from the diagram. Finally, the drilling plans provide clear guidance for the workshop.
‘We think about the schematic first. However, it is the automatic calculations at the end of the file that are the most valuable,’ emphasises Adrien G. These functions structure the end of the project. In this way, the team ensures reliable execution and eliminates costly oversights. Finally, the parts list outputs facilitate purchasing.
IP France measures concrete gains in quality, costs and lead times
IP France gains flexibility in project management. Automation reduces repetitive tasks. The team reduces design time without sacrificing quality. ‘We decided to make maximum use of FTZ software capabilities, even if this involved significant initial development,’ says Adrien G. This strategy consolidates recurring and tangible gains.
Material lists enable expenditure to be controlled. In addition, 3D implementation automatically qualifies space requirements and reserves. Drilling plans supplement workshop information and document traceability speeds up approvals. The benefits therefore cover quality, costs and deadlines.
A responsive FTZ service supporting IP France's growth
IP France appreciates the hands-on support it receives. ‘This is undoubtedly one of FTZ’s major strengths,’ says Adrien G. ‘The service is that of a small, people-oriented company that is very accessible, a far cry from the more expensive and less responsive ticket management systems found elsewhere.’ The team therefore receives quick and useful responses.
Training and the hotline reinforce the teams’ autonomy. Discussions foster shared standards. As a result, the dissemination of best practices is progressing steadily. This gives the organisation greater peace of mind.
IP France streamlines collaboration between design, purchasing, production and commissioning
IP France coordinates projects involving construction, automation and installation. Exported documents create a common language between teams. Adjustments are quickly made to reflect constraints in the field. ‘Importing external information into diagrams via CSV files is also invaluable,’ says Adrien G. This flexibility aligns design, purchasing and production around reliable data.
Material lists support accurate and reproducible costing. The design office and workshop then follow the same reference system, making decisions simpler and faster. Finally, the preparation of files gains in lasting quality, and management benefits from clear information.
IP France expands its standards and strengthens its workshop
IP France is currently expanding its workshop. The FTZ suite is already proving beneficial for large-scale workshops. ‘Mastering the FTZ software suite was an essential prerequisite for the global launch of our cabling workshop,’ confirms Adrien G. This approach demonstrates the soundness of the choice and the consistency of the trajectory.
