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Seamless digital kanban, powered by RFID technology.

Implemented at Turk Demir Dokum's Bilecik factory; the RFID Gate and Kanban system optimizes warehouse material preparation processes based on the pull methodology.

Sector
Home Appliances
Location
Bilecik
Year
2022
Scope
Turnkey
Demir Dokum Logo
Customer and Context

Line feeding optimization in boiler production

Turk Demir Dokum's Bilecik factory produces combi boilers. The project was implemented to optimize warehouse material preparation processes based on demands from production lines.

With the RFID gate application, the material flow has been transformed into a demand-driven digital kanban structure, synchronized with the production tempo.

Needs / Problems

Line feeding and order delays

Managing production line material needs with manual methods caused delays and preparation errors.

  • 01Delay RisksDelays experienced in manual material ordering and preparation processes, risking line downtime.
  • 02Inaccurate Orders & Excess StockIncorrect transfer of requirements leading to excess inventory or incorrect material feeding in the warehouse.
  • 03Production Rhythm MismatchInability to synchronize the material flow with real-time production speed and line consumption rates.
Solution

RFID Gate & Pull Methodology

An RFID Gate application was implemented to optimize warehouse material preparation based on production line needs. More than 300 transport bins were RFID-tagged, automatically generating warehouse material orders as they exited through the RFID gate.

01

RFID Tagging

Over 300 transport boxes/bins are equipped with high-precision industrial RFID tags.

02

RFID Gate Scanning

Tags are automatically scanned as the boxes pass through the RFID Gate at the production area exit.

03

Automated Ordering

Scanned boxes turn into real-time order demands, auto-triggering material replenishment orders to the warehouse.

04

Handheld Terminal Control

Warehouse staff prepares and ships the correct parts error-free using RFID handheld terminals.

Technology / Equipment Used

RFID and warehouse integration infrastructure

AUTOMATION

RFID Gate reading system

RFID antenna and transit gate positioned at the production area exit, scanning boxes in motion.

RFID

Industrial RFID tags

UHF RFID tags mounted on over 300 transport bins, resistant to harsh workshop conditions.

MOBILE

RFID handheld terminals

Mobile devices where warehouse staff performs material picking and transfer steps on-site.

SOFTWARE

OnSuite Trace Platform

Central software that converts RFID transit data into order demands and manages the process.

DATA

SAP ERP integration

Instant transfer of generated warehouse material order records to the SAP ERP system.

METHODOLOGY

Digital Kanban Control

Pull control that triggers material flow according to the consumption rate of the production line.

Integrations

SAP ERP Integration

The RFID Gate system runs instantly integrated with Turk Demir Dokum's SAP ERP; order records generated from field transits are automatically processed in SAP.

SAP Material OrderAn automatic transfer order is created in SAP based on reading data of boxes passing through the RFID gate.
Stock SynchronizationThe status of boxes shipped from the warehouse to the line is updated instantly in SAP inventory.
Benefits / Results

Automated line feeding and optimized warehouse processes

Zero manual orders

Warehouse material preparation is automated with the RFID gate, completely eliminating manual order needs.

Pull methodology

Managing material flow according to the pull basis synchronized with production tempo prevented excess stocking.

Speed and accuracy

Maximum efficiency in warehouse material prep speed and shipment accuracy has been achieved thanks to the digital kanban structure.

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