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IntroductionPepperl+Fuchs SE, a global leader in the manufacturing of electronic sensors and a pioneer in intrinsic safety and explosion protection technology, is renowned for its commitment to innovation and quality. However, the company faced challenges in efficiently managing and digitalizing its core SMT (Surface Mount Technology) process know-how, particularly in the steel stencil design phase. To address these challenges, Pepperl+Fuchs partnered with Vayo Technology, a leading provider of NPI (New Product Introduction) software solutions, and implemented Vayo-Stencil software.
In the electronics manufacturing industry, the steel stencil design process is critical for ensuring the quality and efficiency of PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly). Pepperl+Fuchs recognized the need to digitize its stencil design knowledge to streamline the process, reduce errors, and improve overall productivity. The company’s engineers sought a solution that could convert their past experience into a digital knowledge base, enabling all manufacturing process engineers to reuse this knowledge and ensure best practices for future products.
After thorough research and evaluation, Pepperl+Fuchs selected Vayo-Stencil software as the ideal solution to meet its needs. The software offers versatile and user-friendly features, including powerful aperture database management capabilities, making it easy for less experienced users to adopt and use effectively.
In May, Vayo arranged a one-month software trial for the Pepperl+Fuchs team. During this period, Vayo’s technical support team provided comprehensive training, covering software installation, demonstration, and hands-on practice. Regular remote meetings were held to address technical issues and concerns, ensuring that the Pepperl+Fuchs team fully mastered the software.
Following a successful software trial and market evaluation, Pepperl+Fuchs decided to implement Vayo-Stencil software into its stencil process in July. The software was seamlessly integrated with the company’s existing production lines, minimizing disruption and ensuring a smooth transition.
The implementation of Vayo-Stencil software has yielded significant benefits for Pepperl+Fuchs:
By digitizing the stencil design process, Pepperl+Fuchs has reduced the time required for flaw detection and validation. The software’s configurable checking rules enable engineers to quickly identify and correct typical design errors, accelerating the stencil drawing validation process from external stencil manufacturers.
Vayo-Stencil software ensures that all manufacturing process engineers have access to a centralized knowledge base of stencil design best practices. This has led to improved product quality and consistency, as engineers can now reuse proven designs and avoid common pitfalls.
The digital transformation facilitated by Vayo-Stencil software has enabled Pepperl+Fuchs to convert its core SMT process management into an intelligent, digitalized system. This has simplified knowledge transfer within the organization, making it easier to onboard new employees and manage personnel changes.
The software records all aperture usage for each product, providing traceability and enabling continuous improvement. Engineering teams can review top manufacturing defects and modify stencil apertures in the knowledge base to achieve ongoing process optimization.
The partnership between Pepperl+Fuchs SE and Vayo Technology has been a resounding success. By implementing Vayo-Stencil software, Pepperl+Fuchs has achieved significant improvements in efficiency, productivity, quality, and knowledge management. The software’s versatile and user-friendly features, combined with Vayo’s excellent technical support, have made it an invaluable tool for Pepperl+Fuchs’s SMT process optimization efforts. As both companies continue to collaborate towards the goal of intelligent manufacturing and Industry 4.0, they look forward to further enhancing their competitive edge in the global electronics manufacturing market.
