End-to-End Traceability of Product Testing and Process Parameters

Client Overview

  A leading automobile OEM manufacturer specializing in radiators, engine cooling systems, intercoolers, and condensers, operating four manufacturing plants across the country.

Challenges

  The client faced several challenges that impacted operational efficiency:

• Errors During Assembly: Frequent errors occurred during the assembly of products on the production line.
• Low Component Traceability: Difficulty in tracking the components used in products.
• Challenges in Product Recalls: In the event of a product recall, it was challenging to retrieve the testing and process parameters applied to the affected products.
• Time-Consuming Paper-Based Records: Finding and verifying records in paper-based systems was time-consuming and inefficient.

Solution

  To address these challenges, noxVIEW implemented the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) with component traceability using barcodes. This system ensures that only QA-approved components are used, featuring a Unique Serialized Barcode (USN) to track process and testing parameters.

Results

 

The implementation of the noxVIEW MES solution led to significant improvements:

• Batch-by-Batch Traceability: Enabled detailed tracking of products from assembly to delivery.
• Poka-Yoke Mechanism: Ensured that only tested products were used in assembly, minimizing errors.
• Compliance Assurance: Guaranteed that products met specific standards and complied with industry regulations.
• Reduced Product Recalls: Minimized product recalls by 20%, enhancing customer satisfaction and trust.

Conclusion

  By adopting the noxVIEW MES platform, the automobile OEM manufacturer improved its traceability processes, reduced errors in assembly, and enhanced compliance with industry standards, ultimately leading to a more reliable production process.