Project Summary
This project focused on implementing a fully automated testing system for electronic driver components, replacing manual inspection methods with a high-precision, recipe-driven ATE platform. The system was designed to evaluate multiple electrical parameters, log results, and display pass/fail status, improving product reliability and quality assurance in high-volume production.
Challenges
The company required a system that could test multiple driver parameters across different stations automatically, with the ability to:
- Define custom test parameters for new products
- Ensure consistent, repeatable evaluation cycles
- Minimize human error and inspection time
- Display instant pass/fail results and alarm on threshold breaches
- Log data for traceability and improve overall quality control
Solutions
ICES Solutions developed and deployed a robust Automated Testing Machine (ATE) with recipe management and parameter configuration capabilities. Key features included:
- Multi-Station Support for sequential testing.
- Pass/Fail Logic with live status display.
- Recipe Management System for storing and executing custom test setups.
- Parameter Adjustment Interface with secure login.
- Cycle Control Options including pause, resume, and rejection-based hold.
- Automatic Logging of results and NG (Not Good) counts for analysis.
Results
- Increased Efficiency: Testing cycles became faster and more reliable, with reduced operator intervention.
- High Accuracy & Repeatability: Each product was evaluated against preset parameter thresholds, reducing human error.
- Custom Recipe Flexibility: New product configurations could be created and stored easily for repeated use.
- Enhanced Quality Assurance: Real-time NG alerts and failure logs allowed for continuous improvement in manufacturing.
- Scalable Design: The system could support up to 3 stations, future-proofing it for expanded production needs.