Solana Pag 91: Traceability of every grain of salt as the foundation of business excellence
From salt for the food industry to salt for technical needs such as cleaning roads and dishwashers – they required complete control over production and distribution processes.
About the Client
Solana Pag 91 d.o.o.
Solana Pag 91 d.o.o. is one of the oldest and most renowned Croatian saltworks, with a tradition of salt production dating back to the 10th century. Today, they operate in three locations – Pag, Grobnik, and Split – and combine production, processing, and distribution of food, technical, and industrial salt.
With the ambition to become one of the leading salt producers in the European market, the company continually invests in improving production processes, as well as in quality management systems that comply with the highest international standards (HACCP, IFS Food, FSSC 22000). Their products are present in over 400 retail centers throughout Croatia and the region.
Challenge
Complete control over production and distribution processes
The growing volume of production and diversity of the assortment – from salt for the food industry to salt for technical needs such as cleaning roads and dishwashers – required complete control over production and distribution processes.
The key challenges included:
- Inconsistent product labeling
- Manual processes prone to errors
- Limited traceability by LOT numbers
- The need for centralized record-keeping across multiple locations
The company was aware of the complexity ahead and was initially skeptical about the scope and profitability of digitalization. However, through detailed analysis and partnership with the expert team of Selmet, a model was found that demonstrated its full value after a short time.
Objective
- Enhance inventory management and production lines
- Ensure complete traceability – “where each grain of salt came from and where it ended up”
- Implement GS1 standards - product labeling
- Digitize receiving, shipping, and control processes
- Connect all activities through integration with the existing ERP system
Solution
Comprehensive digital transformation of key processes
In cooperation with Selmet, Solana Pag 91 carried out a comprehensive digital transformation of key processes:
Traceability in processing, production, and distribution
The solution enables tracking of each batch through all stages of production and storage. Automated labeling according to GS1 standards provides precise control, the ability to recall specific product batches, and quick responses when necessary.
WMS – Warehouse management processes
Through Android mobile terminals and an application developed for use in industrial conditions (humidity, salt, open spaces), the following has been enabled:
- Registration of goods received from production
- Scanning logistics labels and inventory management
- Shipping goods with automatic synchronization with ERP
- Tracking shifts, activities, and worker productivity
Integration with ERP system
The entire solution is synchronized with the user's ERP system, ensuring a unique database, real-time overview of production and warehouse status, and continuous information exchange.
Stable IT infrastructure
A network infrastructure has been established that enables seamless connection between different locations and devices – including industrial mobile terminals and label printers.
Outcome of collaboration
Digital transformation that brings concrete benefits
- Complete product traceability – known origin and destination at all times
- Improved safety and quality of products
- Compliance with legal regulations in the food industry
- Standardized labeling according to GS1 norms
- Faster order processing, fewer errors, lower operational costs
- Higher employee satisfaction through intuitive tools and automation
Testimonials
User about collaboration
Damir Oštrić
Director
Selmet has technologically enhanced our business. He identified our needs and defined our production processes. For many years we have used the SELMET logistics system for labeling products on production lines, traceability in production, and warehouse operations.
The SELMET system is quickly adaptable, precise, and accurate, and we no longer have errors caused by incorrectly labeled products and incorrect deliveries. Selmet's support is invaluable. Best of all, we didn't have to change our existing ERP; instead, Selmet adapted to it.
We warmly recommend Selmet solutions for anyone looking for a fast and reliable partner.
Looking to the future
The solution continues to be upgraded in line with the development of the business and technological advancement. Solana Pag 91 continues its collaboration with Selmet on the development of new functionalities, aimed at further optimization and automation – so that each grain of salt has its own story and its own address.
