BARCODE READERS IN FASS: A 360° VERTICAL INTEGRATION
At FASS, material traceability is the backbone of our production, ensuring the highest quality standards. Each component, each processing phase, and each finished product is meticulously identified and monitored through a capillary traceability system based on barcode technology.
Since 2015, Fass has implemented a MES system that has enabled the management of production and warehousing through the use of barcode readers, allowing for the realization of a series of crucial operations within our production process. These barcode readers not only represent a significant leap forward in company technology but also an investment by the company in its employees, facilitating the work process as much as possible and ensuring they receive the best possible training for the use of these tools.
Barcode readers can be divided into two types: those for production operators and those for warehouse workers. Below the main features for each barcode readers.
APPLICATIONS OF BARCODE SCANNERS IN OPERATOR TASKS
PRODUCTION CHANGE: Enables the association of a batch with a production machine.
MATERIAL BATCHES: Enables the identification of all materials used in the production batch, allowing the operator to constantly monitor the production of the item.
PRODUCTION QUALITY CONTROLS: Following each machine-initiated quality control, specific checks are conducted within the production batch, tailored by our technical team to the product and customer specifications.
SCRAP RECORDING: We can track the amount of scrap produced by each machine in real time.
MACHINE STOPS: We can always see when the machine is not working and why.
LABEL MAKING: We let operators make unique barcodes for all products.
FUNCTIONALITY OF BARCODE SCANNERS IN WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT
MATERIAL RECEIVING: This process allows us to identify incoming goods within our warehouse, link them to the supplier’s lot or delivery note, and generate a unique barcode to track and manage the received materials internally.
INCOMING GOODS INSPECTION: We check everything we receive to make sure it meets our customer’s standards.
PICKING SHEETS: These give pickers a list of items to collect and where to find them. After scanning each item, the list becomes a delivery note.
STOCK CHECK: Workers can find out how much of each item we have and where it is stored. We use a system that makes sure we use the oldest items first, according to the FIFO standard.
BOM QUERY: We can check the quantity and location of all materials and semi-finished products required for a production batch, always following a FIFO order.
PUT-AWAY: The warehouse worker can place the chosen item in its specific storage slot.
INVENTORY: Provides a continuous update of the status of all goods stored in the warehouse.
CONTINUOUSLY WORKING TOWARDS A BETTER FUTURE
The continuous development and implementation of these systems is a testament to our company’s commitment to innovation, quality, and efficiency. However, it is important to acknowledge that these advancements bring forth new challenges and responsibilities, requiring a dedicated and collaborative effort. The Fass staff is dedicated to meeting these challenges and ensuring the ongoing excellence of our operations.