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Automotive Manufacturing: ShockWatch RFID Case Study

Automotive Manufacturing: ShockWatch RFID Case Study

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Industry Context: The document discusses the application of ShockWatch RFID technology in the automotive manufacturing sector, focusing on the movement of delicate parts such as headlights, instrument panels, and glass through the supply chain.

Challenge: A major automotive manufacturer faced high rates of internal supply chain damage to parts during transit between plants and warehouses. The company required a cost-effective solution to track and alert managers about product damage before further movement in the supply chain.

Solution: The manufacturer implemented a ShockWatch RFID impact indicator program. This involved configuring existing UHF RFID readers to detect impact events signaled by ShockWatch RFID units, which replace standard RFID tags. The process includes affixing ShockWatch RFID to assets, activating upon impact, scanning with UHF readers, and automatically entering asset condition into the ERP system.

Benefits: The implementation allowed for quick identification of damaged goods without visual inspection, acted as a deterrent to mishandling, and assigned accountability for damage. It reduced the need for visual inspections, isolated potentially damaged inventory for further inspection, and provided electronic records for tracking and improving supply chain processes.

Impact Indicators: ShockWatch RFID impact indicators are single-use, tamperproof, and field-armable devices that turn red upon impact. They use passive RFID technology, eliminating battery life concerns. The indicators act as visual deterrents, reduce mishandling, and help identify trouble spots in the supply chain.

Conclusion: The ShockWatch RFID program helps reduce damage-related incidents by up to 60%, driving down costs and improving product quality from production to storage. It promotes accountability and assists in refining supply chain processes to prevent future mishandling.

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Automotive Manufacturing: ShockWatch RFID Case Study

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Automotive Manufacturing: ShockWatch RFID Case Study Industry: Automotive Manufacturing Application: Automotive manufacturers move a large number of delicate parts through their supply chain such as headlights, instrument panels, glass, calibrated equipment, brazed radiators, etc. Challenge: A major automotive manufacturer was experiencing a high rate of internal supply chain damage to parts moving from plant to plant and within their warehouses. The company needed a cost-effective solution that could track individual product damage and alert supply chain managers of the damage before the product...

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ShockWatch 2 Impact Indicators Automotive Manufacturing: ShockWatch RFID Case Study Extend the power of your RFID program byindicators alert everyone ShockWatch 2 impact monitoring for damage that your shipment should be handled with care Every company wants to improve their supply chain processes. RFID and that it is being monitored for mishandling. technology aided companies in improving inventory control. The ShockWatch RFID impact indicator allows companies to leverage the inventory tracking benefits of RFID and the benefits of an impact monitoring program. With and are constantly Companies...

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