Edward Dickson, PresidentThis was the case with a Tier-1 automotive manufacturer entrusted with crafting a premium transaxle for a leading luxury car manufacturer. The required transaxle had to enable smooth operation with no noise. There was no room for trial and error, with the end product destined for a premium vehicle.
To address these prerequisites, the manufacturer required a system capable of accurately controlling the complex tolerance levels associated with each component, selecting the appropriate component from a range of individually sized items, and ensuring that they fit together to create a high-precision end product.
This is where Ujigami came into play. It brought intelligence to the system, enabling it to automatically measure the as-built tolerance of each component and select the components that offer the best matching fit. It also adjusts process parameters to guarantee the production of an ideal product. This is one of many success stories scripted by Ujigami, with its eponymous solution that leverages next-gen AI, Industry 4.0 capabilities, and IIoT to provide real-time active controls and optimum performance.
Synonymous with manufacturing excellence, Ujigami wields absolute power on countless factory floors across the globe. Its unrivaled suite of capabilities, including the product directed manufacturing system (PDMS), advanced manufacturing execution system (MES), and warehouse management system (WMS), allows clients to seamlessly orchestrate every facet of the manufacturing and warehousing process.
“Our solution has built-in AI to help determine the control strategy for the entire manufacturing operation based on product specifications, process requirements, and process flow diagrams. It can formulate a suitable product manufacturing roadmap for clients while enabling them to connect and control all the devices, machines, and operators into a single workflow,” says Edward Dickson, president, Ujigami.
Taking MES to the Next Level with Product Directed Manufacturing
Ujigami is the first manufacturing partner that successfully waded through the fog of today’s manufacturing buzzwords to coin a new term, redefining the essence of production control— “product directed manufacturing.”
At its core, Ujigami’s PDMS solution functions as a comprehensive, fully-loaded MES, encompassing operator, inspection, automation, test, and repair stations. It enables the product parts to interact and communicate their required specifications directly to the plant floor’s machines, operators, and devices. It also connects with different plant floor hardware, including real-time sensors and equipment, along with a wide range of devices such as pick-to-light systems, part presence and color detection sensors, scanners, printers, fastening controllers, PLCs, conveyors, robots, testers, and measurement devices.
Ujigami’s software is the central hub for connecting knowledge and control, empowering every aspect of production with real-time guidance. It addresses the significant challenges associated with the connectivity of automated systems with other software systems and the coordination and control of the processes. Ujigami is device-agnostic and can connect to any device to maximize the performance of machines and operators. The solution promptly identifies materials, people, or process errors and takes immediate action to contain and resolve the issue.
In essence, Ujigami software is analogous to self-driving cars, where the user only needs to enter a destination, and the car identifies the best and fastest routes, avoid roadblocks, and automatically make adjustments. Similarly, Ujigami transforms the face of manufacturing by providing real-time intelligence on the plant floor, autonomously calculating the correct path for each part as it is being produced, and continuously monitoring its progress to ensure it is made to the correct specifications, on time. It enhances operational efficiency, detects and corrects quality issues, and uncovers opportunities to lower costs and boost productivity.
The Catalyst for Intelligent Manufacturing
In the ever-evolving manufacturing landscape, the proliferation of ‘smart’ and IIoT enabled devices allows manufacturers to collect real-time data about products and processes, and use that data to improve their operations.
With product directed manufacturing and advanced mistake-proofing to dock-to-dock management and control, Ujigami’s purpose-built plant-floor software covers the entire spectrum of production requirements. It comprises advanced capability controls that track the quality of each serialized assembly throughout the production process, ensuring that products are manufactured without defects before shipping.
Ujigami is designed with flexibility, scalability, and ease of use, allowing its core module to be seamlessly modified to meet the specific requirements of clients. It can integrate additional functionalities, such as scheduling, customer-order interfaces, warehouse management, performance metrics, advanced management reporting, and supplier advanced shipping notices. It also harmonizes with existing manufacturing software systems, acting as the centralized hub for coordinating and reporting results to streamline operations.
Ujigami’s advantages extend beyond the factory floor. By harnessing its smart manufacturing capabilities, clients can streamline their operations, eliminate inefficiencies, and deliver products with precision and speed.
Our Solution Has Built-In Ai To Help Determine The Control Strategy For The Entire Manufacturing Operation Based On Product Specifications, Process Requirements, And Process Flow Diagrams
Creating Waves of Transformation
These features have made Ujigami a vibrant palette of manufacturing software, akin to a box of LEGO blocks. Each block is elegantly simple, yet present a limitless array of possibilities when combined. Even a novice technician can create an extraordinary manufacturing system, pushing the boundaries of what was once considered the exclusive domain of highly skilled experts.
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The Formidable Fusion Of Ai, Unrivaled Traceability, And Active Controls Allow Us To Empower Clients To Orchestrate Flawless Manufacturing Processes At Every Juncture. Ujigami Leaves No Room For Doubt, Ensuring No Defective Product Finds Its Way To A Client’s Hands
By leveraging Ujigami, clients can blur the lines between technical proficiency and labor, enabling new graduates or individuals with limited experience to contribute meaningfully to the manufacturing process. This democratization of technical capabilities ensures that no potential is left untapped and propels the industry toward a future where creativity and ingenuity become the cornerstones of success.
“Ujigami’s comprehensive and end-to-end approach positions us as the solution the industry needs. Our robust software embodies the capabilities that manufacturers demand, making us the preferred choice for meeting their requirements,” says Dickson.
