Rugged tablet PC applied in all scenarios of production workshop
Rugged tablet PC core advantages: waterproof, dustproof, drop proof, wide temperature range, anti electromagnetic interference, glove operation, industrial IO expansion, different from ordinary consumer tablets, suitable for harsh working conditions such as workshop oil pollution, dust, coolant, heavy object collision, high and low temperature, strong motor interference, etc., covering the entire process of incoming materials, production line, quality inspection, warehousing, equipment operation and maintenance, and scheduling.
1、 Why is it necessary to use Rugged tablet PCs in the workshop (ordinary tablets are easily damaged in harsh environments)
• Machining/Stamping Workshop: Cutting fluid, engine oil splashes, metal dust, ordinary screens get gray and black due to water ingress, touch failure; Rugged tablet PC is IP67/IP68 waterproof and dustproof, and can be rinsed.
Assembly/Hardware Workshop: Tools dropped, materials bumped, 1.2-1.8 meters dropped without damage, body reinforced with rubber edging.
• Heat treatment and cold storage workshop: operate at a wide temperature range of -20 ℃~60 ℃, do not shut down at low temperatures, and do not restart at high temperatures; Touch failure of consumer tablets below 0 ℃.
2. Matching workshop operation requirements: Workers wearing cotton yarn/rubber gloves can have precise touch control; Support industrial capacitive pens; Visible high brightness screen under sunlight, strong light in the factory does not reflect.
3. Industrial expansion capability supports external scanning heads RFID、 Serial port RS232/485, Ethernet port, fingerprint recognition, base charging, compatible with industrial data docking on production lines.
4. 7 × 12 hours of continuous use of high-capacity replaceable batteries, supporting hot swapping, and three shift operation without stopping the machine for charging.
2、 Specific application scenarios for each workshop process
1. Incoming material storage, warehousing and logistics workshop
Integrated one-dimensional/two-dimensional scanning head for material scanning and receiving, handheld Rugged tablet PC scans delivery notes, material barcodes, batch labels, real-time synchronization with ERP/WMS system, automatically checks purchase quantities, and alerts for incorrect material pop ups.
The RFID reading and writing module for shelf location management reads the electronic tags of pallets and quickly locates materials; Paperless shelving, relocation, and inventory, replacing paper ledgers.
First in, first out control records the production date and expiration date, and the system automatically alerts for obsolete and expired raw materials to reduce inventory loss.
• Supporting advantages: Forklifts and movers can be held in hand, and if accidentally dropped on the ground, soaked in water, or stained with oil, they can be wiped directly without fear of damage.
2. Production line assembly station (electronic/hardware/plastic/home appliance workshop)
(1) Paperless process drawings (core application)
Workstation hanging/handheld Rugged tablet PC, retrieve SOP operation manual, 3D assembly drawing, assembly animation, torque standard; Cancel paper drawings to avoid oil damage and version confusion, and update all workstation process files with one click in the backend.
(2) Production reporting and yield collection
Workers scan the QR code work order to start production, and real-time input the completed quantity and defective product quantity; Data synchronization MES system, real-time display of production capacity achievement rate on workshop large screen.
(3) Material error prevention and error prevention
Scan the barcode of the components before assembly, match the work order BOM with the system, and immediately report the wrong parts to prevent batch defects.
(4) Workstation data exchange
Connect with production line PLC and sensors to read equipment cycle time, output, and shutdown signals; The tablet displays real-time workstation OEE and defect rate.
3. Machining and CNC workshop (lathe/milling machine/CNC)
The workshop is filled with cutting fluid, metal dust, engine oil, strong electromagnetic interference, and ordinary mobile phones and tablets are prone to malfunction:
1. Machine tool program retrieval and parameter viewing: wirelessly connect to CNC equipment to view machining drawings, tool parameters, and machining tolerances; No need to operate the machine control cabinet back and forth.
2. Inspection point records: The inspector holds a tablet and selects equipment oil pressure, temperature, tool wear, and lubrication status item by item according to the inspection checklist; Automatically generate inspection reports, take photos of any abnormalities and upload them to the backend.
3. Tool life management: Scan the tool barcode to record the usage time, remind replacement when the threshold is reached, and reduce tool breakage and scrap.
4. Protection value: Cutting fluid splashes and metal debris falling on the screen can be directly washed with water, and the anti drop shell prevents workpieces from damaging the equipment.
4. Quality Inspection Workshop IQC/IPQC/FQC/OQC
1. Full inspection records of incoming materials/processes. Quality inspectors input dimensional data, appearance defects, and test results to automatically generate quality inspection reports; Defect photography archiving, binding work order traceability.
2. Classify and trace defective products, scan the barcode of the defective product, select the defect type (scratch, deformation, color difference, etc.), and synchronously push abnormal notifications to the process and production responsible persons.
3. Standard comparison and measurement data input are integrated with caliper and tester data, and automatically uploaded to avoid manual handwritten data errors; Store inspection standard drawings for reference at any time.
5. Equipment operation and maintenance, equipment preservation workshop
1. When equipment malfunctions and maintenance workers encounter downtime on the production line, workers can initiate repair requests with just one click on their tablets and automatically push repair tasks to the machine maintenance team; Complete the maintenance by filling in the cause of the malfunction, replacing parts, and creating an equipment maintenance ledger.
2. The preventive maintenance plan execution system pushes regular maintenance tasks (oil change, filter cleaning, motor maintenance), maintenance personnel sign in records on site, and overdue warnings.
3. Spare parts requisition management: Scan spare parts barcodes for requisition, synchronize spare parts inventory in real-time, and automatically remind procurement of missing parts.
6. On site scheduling and workshop management
1. On site visual scheduling management personnel carry Rugged tablet PCs with them to view real-time production capacity, equipment downtime, defect rate, and inventory of each production line; Take photos of the abnormal workstation on site and issue a rectification notice online.
2. Pre shift meetings, on-site training, playing operation training videos, safety regulations, and on-site practical learning for new employees; Safety inspection records include workshop fire safety, hazard sources, and illegal operations.
3. Real time retrieval of temperature and humidity, dust concentration, and exhaust gas treatment equipment data for workshop environmental monitoring, and immediate disposal of exceeding standards.
3、 Workshop use of supporting hardware solution
1. Handheld portable solution for 8-inch/10 inch Rugged tablet PCs, with hand straps and shoulder straps for workers to use during walking inspections; Comes with an integrated scanning head, eliminating the need for an additional barcode scanner.
2. The fixed workstation solution is equipped with industrial brackets and vehicle charging bases, which are fixed next to the assembly line and machine tools, providing continuous power supply and supporting serial port docking with production line equipment.
3. Communication support includes Wi Fi 6, 4G/5G full network connectivity, and stable networking in large areas with weak signal environments in the workshop; Optional industrial Ethernet port for wired stable transmission.
4. Peripheral expansion RS232/485 serial port docking for machine tools and sensors; GPIO interface external indicator light and barcode scanner; External RFID reader/writer and fingerprint module.
4、 The core benefits of using Rugged tablet PCs in the workshop
1. Reduce costs and cancel a large number of paper SOPs, reports, and inspection forms to save printing consumables; The equipment is durable and the cost of maintenance and replacement is much lower than that of consumer tablets.
2. Improve quality and prevent errors by scanning BOM codes, unify process versions, automatically retain quality inspection data, reduce human errors, and achieve full lifecycle traceability of products.
3. Improve efficiency through paperless work reporting, online repair reporting, and mobile inspections, reducing personnel from running back and forth on orders; Real time summary of data in the background, without the need for manual statistical reports.
4. Suitable for harsh production environments, waterproof, dustproof, anti drop, wide temperature anti-interference, and workshop scenarios where ordinary digital equipment cannot be used, such as machining, heat treatment, cold storage, and spraying.
5. The digital landing foundation connects MES/WMS/ERP to achieve real-time collection of workshop data, making it a lightweight terminal for factory digitization and intelligent manufacturing.
5、 Key parameters for workshop selection: Rugged tablet PC reference
1. Protection level: IP65 minimum, IP67 recommended for machining;
2. Fall protection: 1.2m -1.8m anti fall, rubber shock absorber for the body;
3. Working temperature: -20 ℃~+60 ℃;
4. Screen: 600-1000cd/m ² high brightness, supports glove touch;
5. Battery: Removable hot swappable battery, capable of 24-hour production;
6. System: Windows (adapted for industrial software)/Android (lightweight MES workstation);
7. Expansion: Comes with 2D scanning RFID、RS232、 Priority given to internet access.