The Vehicle Technology Centre hosted a webinar focusing on WI-FI connected assembly tools that electronically measure, collect, and store production data as assembly tasks are being performed. These tools eliminate the need to manually record data into assembly logs or books while ensuring that tasks are being done in the proper sequence by properly trained personnel. Applifast Winnipeg and New Flyer presented on the benefits and use of these tools including demonstration of the capabilities in actual production tasks. This webinar focused on advanced connected fastening systems available through Desoutter tools that can:
- Achieve torque accuracy by measuring and recording actual torques applied (in comparison with current sign off sheets that confirm that a minimum torque was reached).
- Can control who performs an assembly process and in what order steps are done to improve quality.
- Electronically collects and stores all fastening data and can report on exceptions or prevent the next step if the prior step is not completed properly.
- Enhance operator experience using quiet, ergonomic tools Applifast and New Flyer presented followed by Q&A from the attendees.
Thanks to Brian MacKinnon of Applifast and Sheldon Schultz of New Flyer and Lance Mlodzinski at MCI for preparing and presenting this webinar.