Rapid redesign eliminates CIGS manufacturing bottleneck
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Challenge
Resolve a critical bottleneck in a newly commissioned manufacturing line
A fully automated CIGS line faced a severe bottleneck in a custom in-house system, threatening the ramp-up schedule. Proprietary equipment designs sometimes fail to meet manufacturing requirements, and delays during line integration carry high costs. Immediate resolution was essential to maintain throughput and line output.
Innovation
Rapidly developed simplified, production-ready CIGS system
We collaborated with the client to analyze the failing system and implement a new solution.
Key elements of the solution included:
- Developing an entirely new concept that reduced system size and complexity.
- Designing multiple mechanisms to handle the carrier efficiently.
- Choosing a streamlined controller architecture to simplify software development and line integration.
- Delivering the fully functional system in under eight weeks.
Result
Dramatic improvement in throughput and uptime
The new system was immediately integrated into the client’s manufacturing line, eliminating the bottleneck and enabling the production ramp to continue on schedule.
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