Next-Level Kanban
Digital Kanban Management
The software developed by Neoception provides the central logic for reading and aggregating local sensor data. Using smart pattern recognition, the software determines whether, when, and how a box movement occurred on the different tracks of the Kanban rack. Shorter, unintentional activations are carefully filtered and ignored. The higher-level Nexeed Industrial Application System from Bosch Connected Industry is informed only when clear-cut events have been identified. The Kanban service controls the RFID read heads and the LEDs.
In addition to operational functionalities, the service includes an online interface for simple hardware setup, operation monitoring, and debugging. Updates are quick, secure, and can be implemented via direct access to the main controller. Continuous checks on the functionality of all components enables comprehensive condition monitoring, the results of which are visualized as operating states via the stack light.
When it comes to providing in-depth information, the digital Kanban management system is far superior to conventional solutions: Each rack is fitted with a component kit comprising a photoelectric light strip, a dedicated rack controller, and an LED module for visualizing the put-to-light instructions.
Individual visual background suppressors are fitted to the specially developed sensor bar, which is available in different lengths. The background suppressors detect patterns in the software almost in real time. These patterns make it possible to draw conclusions about the movements in the racks. Based on this information, the LED module uses colored signals to indicate to the operator whether or not the box has been placed on the correct track.
The familiar AS-Interface flat cable with piercing technology enables operators to connect the racks quickly and flexibly.
Watch this video to learn more about the development of our digital Kanban management system and how you can benefit from this unique solution.
Would you like to receive additional, in-depth information about digitalizing Kanban systems? Tobias Kehl, Digitalization Engineer at Neoception, has written an exclusive whitepaper on this subject. This PDF document explains basic Kanban workflows, highlights optimization potential, and explores the topic of cloud integration and the associated security considerations.
Visual overviews of process sequences, hardware components, and software architectures provide a quick way to understand how all of these elements are connected.
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