Andon system and Industry 4.0: complete guide

The Andon system, a pillar of Lean Manufacturing, takes on a new dimension with Industry 4.0. Discover how to modernize your approach.

What is Andon?

Andon is a visual and audible alert system allowing operators to immediately signal a problem on the production line. Born at Toyota, it is now an industrial standard.

Our modern approach

Our LC-B5 industrial call buttons allow triggering different types of alerts: supervisor call, maintenance call, emergency stop.

System components:

• LC-B5 multi-touch call buttons (3 alert types)
• LC-S110 visual and audible alarms (90 dB)
• Pagers worn by technicians
• Centralized supervision screen

Industry 4.0 integration

Our system can be connected to your MES/ERP for complete incident traceability. Response time analysis, problem station identification, continuous improvement.

Measurable benefits

• 20-35% reduction in downtime
• Improved Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Team empowerment
• Culture of immediate problem resolution

Conclusion

A modern Andon system is a strategic investment for any factory aiming for operational excellence.