Perfect code reading boosts Sony's production efficiency

摘要

New MP3 players from a global electronics manufacturer like Sony are destined for a demanding consumer market and cannot be compromised in any way. In Malaysia, Sony sought a code reading and traceability solution for the PCBs for these MP3 players. This kind of product tracking is essential, allowing Sony to protect itself against costly recalls and product mix-ups as well as allowing for 'damage control' in the event of a problem. Previously, badly read codes and the resulting rejection rates were costing the company a lot of money in terms of re-work and rejected units. Their old code reading system having proved incapable of rising to the challenge, Sony in Malaysia is now using the Cognex. Insight 5110 for code reading on PCBs destined for their new MP3 players.