Success Story: LAP GmbH Laser Applikationen (LAP)
January 27, 2025
BLSG supported us in the introduction and further development of the lean production philosophy. I was not only impressed by the measurably positive results, but above all by the way BLSG involved our team and got them excited about the topic.
– Thomas Simmerer, CEO LAP
Introduction of LEAN philosophy at MedTech manufacturer
Customer
LAP GmbH Laser Applikationen (LAP) is a leading global supplier of systems for increasing quality and efficiency through laser projection, laser measurement and other processes.
Every year, LAP supplies 15,000 units to customers in sectors such as radiotherapy, steel production and composite processing. 300 employees work at 8 locations in Europe, America and Asia and generate a turnover of € 58.5 million (2021).
Approach
- Streamlining processes and thus minimizing non-value-adding activities
- Developing a lean vision by the operational employees
- Making lean visible and anchoring it as a philosophy
- Implement lean methods to increase productivity in agile mode
Initial Situation
- Sustainable strengthening of series production in Germany despite financial challenges
- Realizing growth without synchronous employee growth
- Changes to the product range due to new product launches
Results
- Sustainable implementation of a lean philosophy
- Increase in productivity of a pilot area by >10%