Challenges

  • Optimize and safeguard tool management to prevent FOD risks (Foreign Object Debris or Foreign Object Damage)
  • Increase productivity by reducing tool search time
  • Reduce costs

Solutions (project begun in 2019)

Deploy a self-inventorying security and traceability system in close proximity to aircraft manufacturing areas:

  • Commissioning of RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) roller cabinets and cabinets to provide a real-time inventory, secure the equipment and track all movements (Who, What, When, Where)
  • Digitalization of ~40k tools in a single NEXCAP® database
  • Provision of tablets with NEXCAP® Mobile Asset Tracking to search for tools inside the aircraft (anti-FOD)
  • Connection to NEXCAP®IOT for data collection, compatible with the customer’s Information System, with NEXCAP® Web for administration and supervision
  • NEXESS on-site support to ensure preparation for deployment, production launch, and post-production
  • Replacement of individual boxes and pooling of tools at three sites and 25 workstations, for over 1,300 users, and growing rapidly on new sites

Advantages (customer feedback since 2019)

  • 100% FOD* avoided – *Foreign Object Damage (see tool losses)
  • +20% productivity by reducing inventory time and optimizing distribution
  • -66% annual tool purchases

“NEXESS solutions are reliable and easy to use. The software platform is open and offers all the effective functions for operators.”

– Project manager for new deployments