Implementation of an Automated OEE Scada System on a New Manufacturing Line

Abstract

A need for capturing performance for a manufacturing line was fulfilled by implementing an Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) automated system in a manufacturing line. To successfully implement the system, it was important to understand the OEE metric and use the necessary Lean tools [such as PQPR (Product Quality Process Routings], Standard Work, and Daily Management) to characterize and optimize the implementation. An easy-to-use system was successfully implemented, delivering historical data collection, providing performance health indicators, and highlighting improvement opportunities for the manufacturing line. Additionally, integration into existing Daily Management practices was undertaken to ensure consistent monitoring cadence. The process taken to implement the system is captured in this research. Key Terms - availability, daily management, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), performance, product quality process routing (PQPR), standard work, quality.