Quick facts
- Price
- $499.00 USD
- Odoo versions
- 17, 18, 19
- Setup time
- 21 min
- License
- One-time perpetual
- Languages
- 11 languages
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Tooling, Dies & Mold Management
Build-to-order Odoo module to track tools, dies, molds & fixtures by shot-count life, maintenance & custody — prevent line stoppages.
$499.00USD
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Key Features
Tool/die/mold/fixture registry (`ecosire.tooling.asset` model) with unique asset code, type, ownership (in-house vs customer-owned), and current physical location
Stored computed remaining-life field: `remaining_shots` / `remaining_cycles` via `@api.depends` on rated life and accumulated count, always live for filtering and reporting
Shot/cycle-count posting: manual entry, MES/press-counter feed over XML-RPC or JSON-RPC, and automatic roll-up from Manufacturing Orders when the tool is linked to a work-center operation
Threshold alerts through an `ir.cron` scheduled automated action that raises an Odoo activity and emails the tool-room supervisor at configurable warning and critical shot levels
Maintenance & refurbishment scheduling integrated with the Odoo Maintenance app — shot-count or calendar triggers auto-create maintenance requests and log downtime
Tool-to-product and tool-to-work-center linkage so each mold/die maps to the parts it produces and the press it runs on, enabling capacity and life planning
Check-in / check-out with full custody tracking: who holds a tool, when it left the crib, expected return, and location history via the chatter and mail.thread
Refurbishment history log per cavity/impression, capturing service events, cost, vendor, and post-service shot-life reset
Kanban and list dashboards filtered by life status (healthy / warning / due for refurb / retired) with color-coded ribbons and group-by location or owner
QWeb PDF reports: tool history card, custody/chain-of-custody log, and maintenance/refurbishment certificate for audits and customer-owned-tooling reporting
Role-scoped security via `ir.model.access.csv` and record rules — operators post shots, tool-room staff manage custody, maintenance owns refurbishment, managers see all
Multi-company and multi-plant aware, with per-location record rules so each site sees only its own tooling when required
Customer-owned tooling support: link a die to its `res.partner` owner, flag ownership on reports, and restrict visibility for tooling held on consignment
Automated actions for lifecycle transitions (e.g. auto-set status to Retired at end of rated life, auto-flag for inspection after N shots)
Odoo 17 / 18 / 19 compatible via a clean `__manifest__.py` and version-aware view definitions; Community or Enterprise
About this Product
Injection-molding, stamping, and die-casting shops live or die by their tooling. A worn cavity, a die that blew past its refurbishment interval, or a mold nobody can locate can halt a production line for a full shift — and standard Odoo has no concept of a "tool" that wears out shot by shot. This is a build-to-order module that ECOSIRE designs, builds, installs, and supports specifically for your plant; it is not an off-the-shelf apps.odoo.com download, and there is no instant-download link. After purchase we run a short discovery, then deliver a production-ready module for Odoo 17, 18, or 19 (Community or Enterprise) in 2–4 weeks.
Why Choose Tooling, Dies & Mold Management
Tool/die/mold/fixture registry (`ecosire.tooling.asset` model) with unique asset code, type, ownership (in-house vs customer-owned), and current physical location
Stored computed remaining-life field: `remaining_shots` / `remaining_cycles` via `@api.depends` on rated life and accumulated count, always live for filtering and reporting
Shot/cycle-count posting: manual entry, MES/press-counter feed over XML-RPC or JSON-RPC, and automatic roll-up from Manufacturing Orders when the tool is linked to a work-center operation
Threshold alerts through an `ir.cron` scheduled automated action that raises an Odoo activity and emails the tool-room supervisor at configurable warning and critical shot levels
Maintenance & refurbishment scheduling integrated with the Odoo Maintenance app — shot-count or calendar triggers auto-create maintenance requests and log downtime
Tool-to-product and tool-to-work-center linkage so each mold/die maps to the parts it produces and the press it runs on, enabling capacity and life planning
At the core is a new ecosire.tooling.asset model (models.Model) that treats every tool, die, mold, and fixture as a first-class asset with its own registry record — owner, physical location, cavity/impression count, associated products, and life status. Life tracking is driven by real usage: a stored, computed remaining_shots field uses @api.depends on the rated shot life and the accumulated shot/cycle count so the number is always live and query-able. Usage can be posted manually, imported from your MES/press counters via XML-RPC or JSON-RPC, or rolled up from Manufacturing Orders when a tool is linked to a BoM operation. When a tool crosses its warning threshold, an Odoo automated action (server action on a scheduled ir.cron) raises an activity and emails the tool-room supervisor before the tool fails on the line.
Everything is built the Odoo-native way so it fits your existing database instead of bolting on beside it: proper models/ORM with related and computed fields, list/form/kanban/calendar views (XML, with OWL components where an interactive counter or dashboard adds value), row-level security via ir.model.access.csv plus record rules so tool-room staff, operators, and maintenance each see the right scope, and QWeb PDF reports for tool history cards, custody logs, and maintenance certificates. Maintenance and refurbishment tie into Odoo's Maintenance app so a shot-count trigger can auto-create a maintenance request, and check-in/check-out gives you a full custody chain of who has each mold and where it physically sits. The result: fewer surprise stoppages, tooling you can actually find, and a defensible service/refurbishment history for every die in the shop.
What you get
- Production-ready Odoo module (packaged addon with `__manifest__.py`, models, views, security, reports) targeting your chosen version — 17, 18, or 19
- Installation and configuration on your server (or Odoo.sh / ECOSIRE-managed hosting), including migration/import of your existing tool, die, and mold registry from spreadsheets
- Security configuration: `ir.model.access.csv` access rows plus record rules mapped to your actual tool-room, operator, maintenance, and manager roles
- Integration wiring for shot/cycle data — XML-RPC/JSON-RPC endpoint hookup to your MES/press counters or a manual-entry workflow if no counters exist
- Admin + end-user documentation and a recorded/live training session for tool-room and maintenance staff
- Source code handed over with your Odoo instance (no per-seat license lock-in from us) plus a warranty/support window for fixes and adjustments
- QWeb report templates (history card, custody log, refurbishment certificate) branded to your company
- Post-go-live support window covering bug fixes and minor tuning, with an optional ongoing support/update retainer
Who this is for
Tool-Room / Tooling Manager
Owns the physical crib of molds, dies, and fixtures. Needs a live registry, custody tracking, and shot-life visibility so no tool goes to a press already past its rated life — and so customer-owned tooling is auditable.
Injection-Molding / Stamping Production Manager
Runs the presses and cannot afford surprise stoppages. Wants remaining-life alerts and tool-to-work-center linkage so scheduling accounts for refurbishment windows before a die fails mid-run.
Maintenance & Refurbishment Lead
Responsible for servicing and rebuilding tooling. Needs shot-count-triggered maintenance requests, a per-cavity service history, and certificates to prove work was done and life was reset.
Installation overview
Download from ECOSIRE
Buy the license on ecosire.com and download the Tooling, Dies & Mold Management module ZIP from your account dashboard.
Upload to Odoo
Extract the ZIP into your Odoo custom addons folder on the server (or upload via Apps > Install from file on Odoo.sh / runbot).
Install the module
Activate Developer Mode, open Apps, click Update Apps List, search for Tooling, Dies & Mold Management, and press Install.
Configure settings
Open the new menu, paste your ECOSIRE license key, connect any external credentials (Shopify, Amazon, Stripe, etc.), and save.
Verify & go live
Run the built-in connection test, sync your first 10 records, and schedule the recurring cron. Contact support if anything fails.
How Tooling, Dies & Mold Management Compares
| Criterion | ECOSIRE | Custom Build | Competitor | Odoo Native |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shot/cycle-count life tracking with remaining-life alerts | Built-in: stored computed remaining-life field + `ir.cron` threshold alerts | Possible but you design and maintain the model yourself | Rare; most generic asset apps track calendar dates, not shots | |
| Tool-to-product and tool-to-work-center linkage | Native links to product and work-center, usable in planning | Buildable with in-house dev time | Partial support | |
| Check-in/check-out custody chain | Full custody tracking with history via chatter | You build the workflow and audit trail | Partial support | |
| Fit to your exact tool-room roles (security) | Tailored `ir.model.access.csv` + record rules to your roles | Fully custom but on your team's clock | Fixed access model you must adapt to | |
| Odoo 17 / 18 / 19 + Community & Enterprise | Delivered for your exact version and edition | Depends on your team's version expertise | Often lags new versions; check listing per version | |
| Refurbishment history + QWeb audit reports | Per-cavity history + branded QWeb certificates/logs | Report templates built from scratch | Partial support | |
| MES/press-counter integration (XML-RPC / JSON-RPC) | Wired to your counters as part of delivery | You implement and maintain the integration | Not included | |
| Ongoing support, fixes, and upgrade path | Support window + optional retainer from the builder | Falls on your internal team | Vendor-dependent; varies by publisher |
Frequently Asked Questions about Tooling, Dies & Mold Management
Is this an instant download, and how long until it's live?
No — this is a build-to-order module, not an apps.odoo.com download, so there is no instant-download link. After purchase we run a short discovery on your tooling, roles, and shot-data sources, then build, install, and hand over a production-ready module in a typical lead time of 2–4 weeks depending on integration scope (MES/press-counter feeds and legacy-registry imports add time).
How are updates and support handled after go-live?
You receive the module source with your Odoo instance and a post-go-live support window for bug fixes and minor adjustments. Because the code lives in your database, you are not locked into a subscription to keep using it. We also offer an optional ongoing retainer for enhancements, new reports, and compatibility maintenance when you upgrade Odoo versions.
Which Odoo versions and editions does it support?
We build for Odoo 17, 18, or 19, on Community or Enterprise. The module ships with a clean `__manifest__.py` and version-aware views. Enterprise adds nicer studio-style dashboards and tighter Maintenance-app integration, but the core registry, shot-life tracking, and custody features work fully on Community.
How does shot/cycle counting get into Odoo — do we have to key it in by hand?
Whichever fits your plant. If your presses or MES expose counts, we connect them to Odoo's XML-RPC or JSON-RPC API so shot counts post automatically. If a tool is linked to a work-center operation, counts can roll up from Manufacturing Orders. Manual entry (per shift or per run) is always available as a fallback or for smaller shops.
Can it handle customer-owned tooling and multiple plants?
Yes. Each tool can be linked to its owning `res.partner`, flagged as customer-owned on reports, and restricted via record rules so consignment tooling is only visible to the right users. The module is multi-company and multi-plant aware, with per-location record rules so each site sees its own crib when you need that separation.
How is this different from just using Odoo's Maintenance app for tools?
Odoo Maintenance treats equipment on a calendar/breakdown basis and has no concept of shot- or cycle-count life, cavity-level refurbishment history, or tool-to-product linkage. This module adds a purpose-built tooling asset with computed remaining life, threshold-driven automated actions, custody check-in/out, and QWeb tooling reports — then feeds triggers back into Maintenance where that app is the right home for the work order.
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Tooling, Dies & Mold Management
Build-to-order Odoo module to track tools, dies, molds & fixtures by shot-count life, maintenance & custody — prevent line stoppages.
- Tool/die/mold/fixture registry (`ecosire.tooling.asset` model) with unique asset code, type, ownership (in-house vs customer-owned), and current physical location
- Stored computed remaining-life field: `remaining_shots` / `remaining_cycles` via `@api.depends` on rated life and accumulated count, always live for filtering and reporting
- Shot/cycle-count posting: manual entry, MES/press-counter feed over XML-RPC or JSON-RPC, and automatic roll-up from Manufacturing Orders when the tool is linked to a work-center operation
- Threshold alerts through an `ir.cron` scheduled automated action that raises an Odoo activity and emails the tool-room supervisor at configurable warning and critical shot levels