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38 SMT007 MAGAZINE I NOVEMBER 2022 With Cogiscan's kitting control module, operators are precisely guided through the material picking process with a detailed kit list for each job—listing exactly where the compo- nents are located, how many are needed for the scheduled job, and precisely where they need to be loaded. Whether the components are sit- ting on stockroom shelves, or within an intel- ligent storage tower, the kit list will define the precise location. As every factory runs a bit differently, this kitting module allows for custom-defined rules based on inventory consumption preferences. For example, a manufacturer can set up the system to pull materials based on FIFO rules, to consume partial reels first, or to select and kit reels that have enough components to get through that entire job to maximize line pro- ductivity and reduce material replenishment time. Each manufacturer has the freedom to customize the kitting preferences based on the real-time production environment. Setup Control for the SMT Factory Accurate kitting is only half the equation to ensure the right materials are selected and ready for production. The other important factor is the actual setup of materials and machines. With Cogiscan's setup control module, manufacturers can verify that all the right elements are being used correctly. is includes validation of components, tool- ing, and consumables, as well as the machine program. Instead of waiting until the job is running on the SMT line, manufacturers can verify accu- rate setup in the offline setting. So, if there is an error found in the setup configuration by the system, it can be corrected before being released to the line. Figure 1: Screenshot of a kit getting built in Cogiscan's application.