Production

The primary function of production systems is to ensure accurate material procurement, optimal order management, and a smooth flow of materials. Processes vary widely, ranging from supplying materials to individual assembly stations and machines to kit assembly, test benches, and returns to inventory. Performance and quality must be guaranteed at every single step.

Material flow

As production cycle times continue to shrink, product variety increases, and the number of model variants grows, the demands on internal material flow management consequently rise as well. We support you right from the start—even during the analysis of current workflows and process strategies—with expert workshops and investigative methods. When it comes to implementing the results, we can assist you with a range of proven picking systems, such as eLocation, Pick-by-Light, Voice Picking or Pick-by-Frame, implement the developed strategies, and optimize route planning and navigation, tool location, and material provision.

Replenishment

In today’s inventory management, replenishment control is a critically important process. It can significantly contribute to improving the efficiency of material flow. In addition to ensuring a steady supply to picking stations (such as supermarkets or assembly lines) and guaranteeing consistent stock availability, it is essential to place the correct product variant at the right storage or picking location. Incorrect positioning inevitably leads to incorrect picks during order fulfillment. Take advantage of our experience in implementing systematic employee support in replenishment processes and reap the benefits (product quality, labor productivity, and inventory accuracy).

Set formation

To minimize material transport and optimize the production process through shorter handling procedures, kitting processes are frequently used in manufacturing facilities. The assembly of components and parts (in terms of quantity and quality) required for the manufacture of specific products or assemblies is crucial for flawless and error-free installation. After a thorough analysis of your processes, we select the right concept from our extensive portfolio of methods.

Installation support

To optimize the manufacturing process for production goods in terms of time, cost, and—in particular—error susceptibility, we offer various methods and systems to support assembly, primarily for locating components and their mounting positions on the product. Depending on requirements, process flows, and user acceptance, systems such as Pick-by-Beam, Pick-by-Vision or eLocation are used.

Quality Control

While quality assurance is carried out proactively in the production process based on rules and standards, quality control activities serve to identify and remove defective products through inspections, tests, and inspection mechanisms (standards). Ultimately, the goal is to minimize scrap and rework and safeguard the company’s reputation. Depending on the inspection steps and standards to be monitored, we can support you with various methods to help you achieve your goals.