Productivity

Visualize the elapsed time from when the problem occurred
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] The LA6 Signal Tower emits different light patterns and audible alarms. Additionally, one segment lights up every 10 minutes, until the alarm is restored.Maintenance on equipment that takes a long time to restore can improve production efficiency More Detail

Takt Time for Manual Assembly Process
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] Install a signal tower showing the work progress. By making delays clearer, awareness at the work site is improved, and supply delays are reduced. The cart travels on rails, and requires a button to send it to the next process. As the button is pressed, the signal tower is automatically reset. More Detail

Visualize Takt Time
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] Set up a takt time display with colors indicating elapsed time so that both the sub line and main line are aware of the work progress of each line. More Detail

Prevent Picking Errors with Pick-to-Light
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] Implementing a pick-to-light system with NE signal beacons simplifies the part picking process and prevents human error. Furthermore, the NE features a compact size for installation in tight spaces. More Detail

Reduce Stress and Avoid Work Interruptions
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] The NE Signal Beacons is installed on the employee's desk, allowing them to toggle indication between red for "busy" and green for "available" with a single touch button. This avoids time-sensitive work from being interrupted, and coworkers can clearly see when it is an appropriate time to have a discussion. More Detail

Clear Indication, Simple Installation.
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] The NE Signal Beacons are implemented in a color-coded system with red signaling "in use" and green signaling "available," enabling quick and clear indications, even from a distance. Furthermore, it can be connected using a single M12 cable, making installation quick and easy. More Detail

Factory Monitor issues remotely and in real-time
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] The NBM is able to take signals from standard I/O and network devices and send emails to remote staff, alerting them of issues at the office and manufacturing site in real-time. More Detail

Visualize the time required at each work step
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] Detect with a sensor, and show the elapsed time since completion of previous process.Use mirroring function to display the status in the office. More Detail

Building integrated systems for operation management and monitoring
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] Retrofit existing equipment easily. Remotely monitor contact information over the network. More Detail

Easily compile operation status of old equipment!
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] The WD System allows users to wirelessly acquire machine data remotely and in real-time, completely eliminating handwritten reports. The collected data is accurate and can be used to determine issue severity for more effective predictive maintenance. More Detail

Automating a Handwritten Factory Daily Report
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] The WD System automatically records equipment operation information 24/7 allowing users to identify trends and pin point machine downtime for more efficient predictive maintenance. More Detail

Visualize Equipment in Unmanned Areas
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] The NBM is able to convert I/O signals from robots to network commands, triggering the appropriate light segment on the LA6-POE!By dividing the channels into the NBM, you can identify which machine has a problem. More Detail

Equipment Operation Management over LAN
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] By switching signal towers to LA6-POE, you are able to collect . operation data over the LAN infrastructure. Because the LA6 supports POE, it does not require a power supply. More Detail

Regulating the Cell Assembly Line
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] Collect Working Time and Visualize the Bottlenecks.By collecting the work time for all the processes, you can visualize the bottleneck and clarify where balancing is required. More Detail

Visualize Lost Time in Cell Production
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] By installing a sensor at the workbench of the cell stall to collect the simple data of when the worker is in the stall (working) and when the worker is away (not working), we were able to make improvements in just 1 month without adding a burden for collecting this data. More Detail

Signal From Cells Using an Andon Monitor
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] The manually-controlled HSST allows assembly workers to send requests to the Andon monitor so managers can determine priority and reduce lost time. More Detail

Visualize / Analyze Stalled Robotics
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] By using the existing PATLITE signal towers on the control panels with the WD system, it is easy to make a cost-effective wireless data acquisition system to improve your robotics operation management. More Detail

Simple Request System
	[ Proposal for Improvements ] The NH-FV gives visual indication of when and what supplies are being requested. Wait time for parts is reduced, and productivity increases. More Detail