Job ready system

Introduction:

The Job Ready System is a modular automation solution designed for pipeline fabrication in spool bases and on pipe-laying vessels. It provides real-time insight into the status of each workstation, ensuring that the pipeline being fired, only moves forward when all stations are ready. Additionally, it records cycle times for each workstation, allowing for precise production monitoring and optimization.

Solution:

The system enhances workflow efficiency by visually indicating the readiness of workstations. Operators mark their station as “Job Ready” by pressing a button, which updates the system in real time. A central operator monitors the process via a large screen and initiates pipeline movement only when all stations are ready.

The system is fully integrated with the SPMS (Selmers’ Plant Management System) platform, which logs all takt times and allows for in-depth reporting and analysis.

Key Features:

• Job Ready Panels: at each workstation with status indication (red = busy, green = ready).
• Main Panel with 15-inch HMI: for system configuration and overview.
• Central Dashboard Display (55-inch monitor with protective cover) for real-time job status visualization.
• Modular Hub System: (connects up to 6 Job Ready Panels per hub).
• LED Clock Display: showing real-time and target takt times.
• Integration with SPMS: for real-time data visualization, takt time logging, and reporting.
• Optional Delay Reasons HMI: for operators to log predefined delay reasons, helping engineers and managers identify bottlenecks.
• Server Infrastructure: for data storage and system operation.

Benefits:

• Enhanced Visibility: Operators and managers have a clear, real-time view of workstation status.
• Improved Production Flow: Ensures that pipes only move when all stations are ready, reducing delays and inefficiencies.
• Remote Monitoring: Production managers can track takt times and system performance remotely via SPMS.
• Bottleneck Identification: Delay reasons logging provides insights for process improvements.
• Scalable and Customizable: Configurable for any number of workstations and expandable with additional modules.

How It Works:

1. When a pipe segment shifts towards position to undergo work, all workstation lights are red, indicating that work is in progress.
2. When the work has been performed in the workstation, each operator presses the Job Ready Button indicating task completion, upon which their workstation light turns green.
3. A large monitor display along the production line and the central operator control station show the status of all workstations.
4. The central operator can initiate pipe movement only when all stations are having green light.
5. All cycle times and delay reasons (if applicable) are logged in SPMS, where they can be analysed for process optimization.

The Full Scope:

The Job Ready System is a modular solution that includes:

• Main Control Panel with 15-inch HMI (system configuration and overview).
• Job Ready Panels for each workstation.
• Modular Hub System (connects up to 6 Job Ready Panels per hub).
• LED Clock Display (shows real-time and target takt times).
• 55-inch Job Ready Dashboard Monitor Display with protective cover.
• Servers for storing cycle times and system operation.
• Optional Delay Reasons HMI (to log production delays).

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