Since the early days of manufacturing and production, andon systems have been used as a way to improve communication within manufacturing operations. These systems allow workers and management to quickly and easily identify issues with the production process and then take corrective action. In this blog post, we will discuss how andon systems have progressed […]
How to Implement Andon Systems Into Your Manufacturing Business
If you’re running a manufacturing business, then you know that quality and efficiency are key. You also know that there is always room for improvement. One way to improve your operations and achieve the best possible results is through andon system implementation. In this blog post, we will discuss what andon systems are and how […]
How Manufacturers Can Reduce Downtime in Production
Manufacturing is a critical part of the economy, and when downtime occurs it can have a ripple effect throughout the entire supply chain. That’s why it’s so important for manufacturers to do everything they can to reduce downtime in production. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the best ways to achieve this […]
6 Examples of Andons and Their Uses
In the manufacturing world, an Andon is a signal device that alerts operators or management to a problem. There are many different types of Andons, but all share the same purpose: to notify operators and first responders of a problem so they can take corrective action. Here is an explanation of Andons, as well as […]
How Andons Can Reduce Costly Manufacturing Downtime
In the manufacturing world, downtime is costly. Every minute a machine is not producing a product can mean lost revenue. In an effort to minimize this loss, many manufacturers have turned to Andons. Manufacturers in many different industries have found that Andon systems work efficiently in reducing manufacturing downtime. Here’s some more information about how […]
What are the Benefits and Disadvantages of Andon Systems?
Andon is one of the most important tools used in lean manufacturing. Andon Systems can be very effective in improving product quality and minimizing waste. In this article we will look at what the benefits and disadvantages are of using Andon Systems to approach a lean manufacturing process. Benefits of Andon Systems Implementing this system […]
Amazon’s Using Andons: Should Your Manufacturing Plant Use Them Too?
Andon lights and andon boards are famously utilized by Amazon. They’re a helpful measure for quality control, reducing downtime, and assembly line safety. In this article, we’ll discuss the purpose and benefits of an Andon system, how Amazon is using them, and how to decide if your manufacturing plant should implement them as well. What […]
What Are Andon Systems?
Manufacturing businesses rely on technology that is quick, accurate, and data-driven to produce their goods. Andon systems are a key piece of technology that promote continuous improvement across manufacturing firms as a whole and maintain high levels of productivity. What Are Andon Systems? An Andon system is a manufacturing technology that can be used to […]
How Andon Improves Production Flow
Andon systems have been a crucial part of the manufacturing floor since Japanese automotive companies first applied Andon principles in the early part of the 20th century. William Edwards Deming is the pioneer behind the revolutionary approach to production controls. An American engineer based in Japan at the time of World War II, William Edwards […]
Best Method for Tracking KPIs in Production
One of the most important cogs of communication in the manufacturing industry is data communication; every successful company has a management system for input and output, and for all the factors in between which are tweaked for optimal production efficiency. We call many of these data collection points KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), and using them […]