GIC NOSAG Case study

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OPTIMIZING

THE SUPPLY

CHAIN ON THE

PRODUCTION LINE

USING ARTIFICIAL

INTELLIGENCE

Case study

Project Challenges

Operating in a continuous production

environment, 24 hours a day, 7 days a

week, GIC Nosag Metal needed a sys-

tem to monitor the flow of raw materials

and containers with finished products in

real time. The previous manual process

was prone to delays, human errors, and

production stoppages, which affected

overall efficiency. The challenge was to

ensure continuous and uninterrupted

production by automating the monitoring

of the supply chain within their robotic

production lines.

“Operating a 24/7 production structure

presents unique challenges, especially

when relying on manual processes to

track raw materials and finished prod-

ucts. We often faced delays and produc-

tion stoppages, affecting delivery time-

lines. It became clear that we needed a

solution to automate and streamline the

entire process, ensuring a continuous,

uninterrupted flow.” Bogdan Ungureanu,

Plant Manager, GIC Nosag Metal

KFactory®’s Innovation

To address these challenges, KFactory®

implemented its module based on com-

puter vision technology. The system

continuously monitors the supply of raw

materials and tracks the loading levels

of containers for finished products. This

automated process includes real-time

alerts and notifications when materials

need replenishing or containers need

emptying, preventing delays and pro-

duction bottlenecks.

Key Features Offered to the

Client:

Real-time Monitoring: Cameras

were strategically placed in the

“Loading Area” (where kits are pre-

pared) and the “Robot Area” (where

materials are used). These camer-

as monitor the status of the carts

and alert when refilling or emptying

is required.

Automated Notifications: The sys-

tem generates automatic alerts

when carts are empty, indicating

what materials need replenish-

ment based on the operator’s cur-

rent tasks.

Color-coded Emergency Levels:

Notifications are color-coded to pri-

oritize tasks, helping teams focus

on the most important actions first.

Mobile

Integration:

Operators

responsible for transporting ma-

terials are equipped with tablets

to receive real-time notifications,

allowing timely deliveries and pre-

venting production interruptions.

Optimized Workflows: The system

tracks the time required for each

task, allowing efficient workflow

management using the FIFO (First

In, First Out) prioritization method.

Error Prevention: The system en-

sures accurate cart identification,

reducing the risk of errors in mate-

rial delivery.

GIC Nosag Metal is the largest company in the GIC

group, a traditional Romanian group in the automotive

market. Known for its high-quality products, GIC Nosag

Metal provides competitive and reliable solutions to

both local and international car manufacturers.

Optimizing the

Supply Chain on

the Production

Line Using Artificial

Intelligence

2 I KFactory®

Results and Benefits

The KFactory® system operates fully au-

tomated, eliminating the need for human

supervision, which brings several signif-

icant benefits:

Increased Efficiency: Full automa-

tion reduces human errors and

minimizes production downtime.

Reduced Operational Costs: By

eliminating the need for manual

monitoring, teams can be utilized

more effectively in other critical

areas.

Scalability: The system can easily

be adapted for various types of pro-

duction or industrial lines.

Real-time Optimization: Real-time

data collection allows for quick and

well-informed decisions to main-

tain maximum production capacity.

Reduced Unplanned Downtime:

Through automatic monitoring and

notifications, the system prevents

interruptions caused by material

shortages or lack of storage space.

KFactory® I 3

“The

implementation

of

the

KFactory® solution exceeded our

expectations. It brought a level of

automation and efficiency that sig-

nificantly improved our operations.

We are now able to monitor critical

processes in real time, reducing

overall downtime and improving

overall productivity. This solution

has streamlined our workflow, and

we are extremely satisfied with the

results.”, Bogdan Ungureanu, Plant

Manager, GIC Nosag Metal

Conclusion

Artificial intelligence is making its way

into business processes, with its appli-

cation bringing immediate and high-val-

ue benefits. The implementation of

KFactory® at GIC Nosag Metal trans-

formed the company’s supply chain

management, ensuring a more efficient

and error-free production process. The

solution has proven its ability to scale

and adapt, offering measurable value

by reducing downtime, optimizing work-

flows, and lowering operational costs.

UNITED KINGDOM

Innovation Centre Gallows Hill

Warwick, CV34 6UW,

United Kingdom

ROMANIA

391 Vacaresti Street,

3rd floor, Bucharest,

Romania 040055

T. +40 374 460 028

E. office@kfactory.eu

www.kfactory.ai

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