Composition Structure of the ANDON System

ANDON System As a core tool of lean manufacturing management, it detects production defects during the manufacturing process or abnormalities, and can transmit information through the system in a short time to quickly resolve issues; it enables smooth production and improves production efficiency. With continuous technological development, ANDON System it has evolved from the pull-line mode to the mid-term button mode, and then to the touchscreen mode. The touchscreen mode makes information clearer and reduces unnecessary time waste.

The ANDON system can provide operators with a new, more effective way to stop the production line. In traditional automotive production lines, once a fault occurs, the entire production line immediately stops. Using ANDON System it, once a problem arises, operators can pull a cord or press a button at the workstation to trigger corresponding sounds and light up the respective indicator lights, prompting supervisors to locate and handle the fault. Generally, issues can be resolved without stopping the entire production line, thereby improving productivity while reducing downtime.

Another main component of the ANDON system is information display. Displays are distributed in each workshop, hanging above the main aisles or near key processing equipment. The display screens use FlexI/O drivers and can communicate with PLCs via remote I/O, facilitating system maintenance and expansion.

ANDON System Each display panel can provide information for a single production line, including production status, raw material status, quality status, and equipment status. The monitors can also show real-time data such as target output, actual output, downtime, and production efficiency.

According to the information provided on the ANDON system display screens, operators can work more efficiently. Additionally, different musical alerts allow operators and supervisors to clearly understand the situation within their jurisdiction. Team leaders or supervisors can also identify and eliminate bottlenecks in the production process based on the information displayed on the screens.

At the same time, foremen or supervisors can monitor production status, raw material processing, and equipment operation from the control room or remote monitoring stations. Using ANDON System monitoring, management can set system parameters and generate comprehensive information reports, including actual stop frequency, stop reasons, and stop request times. From this information, engineers and supervisors can identify areas for process improvement or where operators need further training.