sel
English

Barcode Based Assets Tracking Solution for Manufacturing Unit

Background
One of the big manufacturing company in India was dealing with the issues related to under utilization of fixed assets like machinery, equipment & tools. In the absence of machinery crackdown and maintenance data, the management unable to develop and execute plans for assets replacement. Thus, the company implements new technology to maintain real-time records of assets for better planning and full utilization of resources.

Challenges
  1. The plant needs to maintain records of machinery, tools, equipment, and raw material. But these were located at different facilities and it was difficult to keep update the inspect record of all the assets manually.
  2. The manual process was time-consuming and unreliable. The records were written on paper which could subject to errors.
  3. Company has many manufacturing facilities in different locations. Maintain the records of all the facilities’ assets in real-time was not possible which could lead to a potential risk of sudden breakdown of machinery.
  4. As assets data was not available in real-time, so immediate action could not be taken to replace the machinery.
 
Solution
An automatic barcode-based tracking solution was proposed by Chainway for assets tracking. Chainway’s C4000 mobile computers were deployed by the client in the manufacturing facilities. This was the best-fitted device as per the budget and specific requirement of the client’s application. Chainway fist suggested the management to identify the assets needed to be tracked such as machinery, equipment and tools and then assigned unique barcodes label for each asset. These barcodes carried all the essential information such as name, location, purchase date, repair date, service details, etc. C4000 mobile computers were integrated with client software. Later, these mobile computers were assigned to maintenance staff in different locations. The operator could scan the assets at the time of repair or services and update the data with the help of a mobile computer. The updated data was transferred and saved in the main server in a real-time.

Effects
  1. With the new solution, inspection work becomes easier and fast.
  2. Management ensures the proper maintenance and full utilization of assets.
  3. The company achieves a good return on investment as it has avoided sudden breakdown happens due to machine failure.
  4. As all the data are stored automatically. So, instant report generation is possible now.
  5. Timely replacement of assets is possible because management can access the maintenance data for replacement planning.
  6. Accountability of an individual can be defined for maintenance and missing of assets.
Other News

Subscribe to our newsletter

Sign up to be the first to learn about specials and news.

OUR PRODUCTS
Mobile Computers
Handheld RFID Readers
Rugged Tablets
Bluetooth RFID Readers
Fixed RFID Readers
Biometric Readers
RFID Modules
Printers
Vehicle Computers
Mobility Family
SUPPORT
Product Support
Technical Support
Repair and Service
FAQs
How-to Videos
CASES & PARTNERS
Case Studies
Global Resellers
Become a Partner
Cases Navigation
ABOUT US
About Chainway
News
Events
Contact Us
Industry News
English

Copyright © 2016-2022 Shenzhen Chainway Information Technology Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved      Privacy Policy |Terms & Conditions |Use of Cookies | Support

Please help us to keep the environment clean by disposing the e-waste responsibly.
To know more about e-waste management, Click Here (http://indiaewasterecycler.com/ewastecrm/?link_id=5afe5c2c29a13)

Close
Cookies
We would like to use cookies on our website to improve your experience. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of all the cookies. Via 'Cookie Settings' you can manage your preferences. For more information about the cookies we use, click here to read our Cookie Policy
Cookie Settings Accept All
Close
Privacy Overview
This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site
Accept All
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Always Active
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and camnot be swiched of in our systems.They are usully only set in response to actions made by youwhich amount to a requestfor services such as seting your prvacy preferences,logging in o iling in forms.You can set your browser to block or let you boutthese cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personally identfiable information.
Performance Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and camnot be swiched of in our systems.They are usully only set in response to actions made by youwhich amount to a requestfor services such as seting your prvacy preferences,logging in o iling in forms.You can set your browser to block or let you boutthese cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personally identfiable information.
Social Media Cookies
These cookies are set by a range of social media services that we have added to the site to enable you to share our content with your friends and networks. They are capable of tracking your browser across other sites and building up a profile of your interests. This may impact the content and messages you see on other websites you visit. If you do not allow these cookies you may not be able to use or see these sharing tools.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.
Targeting Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
Confirm My Choices