Automotive / production systems
R.T. Fertigungstechnik: industrial mechanics for production line conversion in the automotive sector
Short-notice support for dismantling, conversion and restart of an existing assembly line.
- 4
- Industrial mechanics
- 5
- Days lead time
- 0
- Production delay
The challenge
- As part of a product changeover, an existing assembly line had to be converted within a tight time window.
- The internal maintenance team was unable to fully cover the additional installation workload alongside ongoing operations.
- Skilled workers were required with experience in conveyor technology, mechanical line assembly, pneumatic systems, module conversions, and working according to layout and assembly plans.
- A delayed recommissioning would have had a direct impact on the OEM’s production planning.
Our approach
- Before the project started, conversion phases, line sections, shift models, critical installation windows, and required qualifications were coordinated with production management and maintenance.
- Industrial mechanics were deployed with experience in automotive production systems, conveyor technology, and conversions during ongoing operations.
- The team was integrated section by section along the production line across conveyor technology, assembly stations, safety equipment, and final assembly areas.
- Throughout the project, daily coordination covered installation progress, open conversion points, shift coverage, and restart planning.
Measurable results
- 4 industrial mechanics made available within 5 days.
- 3 shifts reliably supported during ongoing operations.
- 0 days of production delay during restart.
Thanks to the rapid provision of experienced industrial mechanics, R.T. Fertigungstechnik was able to complete the line conversion without affecting ongoing production planning. The decisive factors were the flexible integration of the specialists into the running 3-shift operation and their experience working within a tight time window.
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