Human error is real, and it is not something that can be avoided. In certain situations, though, human error needs to be eliminated as much as possible. Whether your industry creates medical equipment or computers, human error can lead to serious issues that affect not only your company but also others who use your products, services, or equipment. Thankfully, industrial automation reduces human error to ensure safe, effective production. With this guide, you will learn the benefits of automation in the manufacturing process.
Improved Productivity
Errors caused by human workers affect the quality of your manufacturing. These errors also affect your productivity.
Recent studies have shown an estimated 23 percent of unplanned downtime in manufacturing roles occurred because of human error. This downtime may have been used to make repairs or change up equipment. In addition, the downtime may have been used to retrain workers. No matter what did occur during the downtime, your manufacturing facility was less productive.
Industrial automation reduces human error, which means it reduces the amount of downtime in your facility, which improves your overall productivity.
Increased Safety
Many manufacturing facilities work with hazardous chemicals, which can be toxic and dangerous. Also, your manufacturing facility may involve using machinery, equipment, and tools. Even with proper training, employees will make mistakes, causing accidents that are not only dangerous to themselves and other employees but also dangerous to your facility.
Industrial automation improves the safety of your manufacturing facility by allowing robots and other technology to perform duties without placing employees at risk of illness or injuries and without risking damage to your facility or equipment.
Improved Data Collection/Inventory Management
Errors are not only made by humans during the actual manufacturing process. Errors can also be made while collecting, storing, and managing data. From shipping and receiving to managing your inventory and productivity goals, errors can cost your manufacturing facility time, stress, and money.
Automation will ensure you are manufacturing in the most precise manner possible while also tracking productivity. These systems can also be configured to track inventory to make sure your facility has the supplies and equipment necessary to reach these goals.
Industrial automation reduces the risk of human error by allowing computer programs and technology to collect, store, and generate data needed to run your manufacturing company.
If you are currently managing a manufacturing facility, consider industrial automation for success. With the right planning and understanding, this technology can be a worthwhile investment for your company. For more information, contact a local manufacturing operations consulting service.
