Andon System: A Smart Solution for Real-Time Manufacturing Efficiency

In modern manufacturing environments, efficiency, communication, and real-time problem resolution are critical. An Andon System plays a vital role in lean manufacturing by visually and audibly signaling issues in real time, enabling quick response and reducing downtime. As factories embrace smart solutions, the Andon System has evolved into a powerful tool for continuous improvement.  

What is an Andon System?

An Andon System is a visual management tool used in manufacturing to alert workers and supervisors to problems on the shop floor. Traditionally, Andon systems used colored lights or signals. Today, smart Andon solutions—like the one offered by Glansa—combine real-time data, automated alerts, and analytics to streamline production and enhance visibility.

How It Works

Operators can trigger the system manually or automatically when an issue arises. The Andon system then sends visual or audio alerts through lights, displays, or digital screens. Modern systems even send notifications to mobile devices or monitoring dashboards for faster response and tracking.

Benefits of Implementing an Andon System

✅ Real-Time Issue Detection 

The system enables immediate visibility into production issues, allowing for faster resolution and reduced downtime.

 ✅ Improved Team Communication 

By signaling problems visually and instantly, the entire team can respond more effectively and collaboratively.

 ✅ Enhanced Productivity

 Andon systems streamline workflows by identifying bottlenecks and inefficiencies quickly, reducing production delays. 

 ✅ Continuous Improvement

 With Glansa’s Andon System, every alert is logged and analyzed, helping managers make informed decisions based on data trends.  

Glansa’s Smart Andon System

Glansa offers a highly advanced and customizable Andon System designed for today’s manufacturing challenges. It integrates with existing shop floor systems and provides features such as:

 IoT-enabled real-time alerts

 Centralized monitoring dashboards

 Data logging and performance analytics 

 Multi-channel notifications (visual, audio, mobile) 

 Explore Glansa’s solution here: https://glansa.com/andon/