JP2001301919A - Method and device for managing shipping of production - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a managing method and a device for production shipping capable of reducing labor of a worker during production shipping and time required for shipping and of securing shipping of a correct production. SOLUTION: A product card 2 having a bar code for specifying a product is previously adhered to the product. In shipping of the product, the bar code of the product card 2 of the stored product is read with a hand scanner 8 that has previously stored the bar code of the product to be shipped. When the product of the read product card 2 corresponds to the product to be shipped, the hand scanner 8 informs the worker of that, and the worker prepares the shipping of the product.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a method for storing products manufactured by cutting or the like in a product storage area, and selecting products according to a delivery destination from the stored products to prepare for delivery. The present invention relates to a method and a device for managing the delivery of a product for carrying out.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art A coil-shaped base material ordered and manufactured by a base material manufacturing department in a base material manufacturing factory or the like is stored in a processing factory or the like having a cutting process, and stored. In accordance with an order from a trading company or the like, a product is cut into a plurality of prescribed strips in a cutting process, for example. Then, there is known a manufacturing process in which a product is stored in a product storage area, and then the product is delivered to a trading company or the like.

[0003] In this case, when the product is taken out of the warehouse, the operator must
The product to be delivered is found out of the products placed in the product depot while collating the delivery instruction or the like instructing the delivery, and the product is delivered.

[0004]

Conventionally, workers have
While looking at the shipping instructions, etc., you will find products to be shipped from among many products in the product storage area,
It takes time and effort, and an erroneous product may be delivered due to an operator's misunderstanding.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION An object of the present invention is to provide a product delivery management method and apparatus which can reduce the labor and time required for delivery of a product when the product is delivered, and can secure the correct product delivery. It is in.

[0006]

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION A management method according to the present invention is for selecting products to be delivered to a delivery destination from stored products and preparing for delivery. According to the present invention, the product card 2 provided with a code for specifying the product is attached to the product in advance, and the reading means 8 in which the code of the product to be delivered is stored in advance is used to read the product card 2 of the stored product. When the code is read, and the read product of the product card 2 corresponds to the product to be delivered, the operator is notified of the fact and the product is prepared for delivery. The code here corresponds to a bar code or the like.

[0007] The management apparatus of the present invention comprises a delivery setting means 4 for setting a product to be delivered, and a reading means 8 for reading the product card 2 attached to the product in advance and having a code for specifying the product. The reading means 8 includes a storage means 8c for storing the code of the product set by the delivery setting means 4, and a code for the product to be delivered stored in the storage means 8c. And a notifying means 8f for notifying, when the code of the read product card 2 corresponds to the code of the product to be delivered, that fact.

When a product ready for delivery is delivered, the reading means 7a for reading the code of the product card 2 of the product and the code of the product card 2 read by the reading means 7a are stored in the storage means 8c. If the stored product code corresponds to the product to be delivered, a means for notifying the user is provided.

[0009] The code of the product card 2 of the product is related to the code attached to the base material 1 before being processed into the product. The code of product card 2 of the product is
A code obtained by adding a branch number to the code of the base material 1 corresponds to this.

[0010]

According to the present invention, the operator simply reads the code of the product card 2 attached to each product being stored by the reading means 8 as needed, and the product to be delivered is notified by the notification. Since the information is automatically determined, it is possible to reduce the time and labor required for the worker, as compared with the case of finding the product to be delivered while checking each product against the delivery instruction or the like. In addition, since the worker prepares for delivery of the notified product, the wrong product is not delivered due to misunderstanding of the worker.

[0011] When the product is ready to be delivered, when the product is delivered, by reading the code of the product card 2 of the product, it can be confirmed by notification whether or not the product should be delivered, so that an incorrect product is delivered. Is more reliably prevented.

When the code of the product card 2 of the product is related to the code attached to the base material 1 before being processed into the product, the history of the processing of the product can be confirmed, and the management of the product can be performed. It can be done easily.

[0013]

1 to 7 show a management apparatus according to the present invention. The base material 1 is manufactured in a base material manufacturing section in a base material manufacturing factory or the like. The base material manufacturing section removes a wide base material 1 such as a metal plate, paper, and a plastic plate represented by a coated steel plate. As shown in FIG. 2, it is manufactured in a coiled state. Then, the base material 1 is stored in the processing plant B where the cutting process A is performed from the base material manufacturing section and stored. The stored base material 1 is subjected to prescribed cutting processing in a cutting processing step A in accordance with an order from an orderer such as a trading company, and then shipped (shipped) as a product to the order destination.

When the base material 1 is unloaded from the base material manufacturing section, a product card 2 is attached and attached to the inner peripheral surface of the coil-shaped base material 1 (see FIG. 2). The product card 2 has data on the type of the base material 1, that is, the thickness, width,
A length and a product number are described, and a bar code corresponding to the product number is provided. The product number is set in advance at the head office or a base material manufacturing factory.

As shown in FIG. 1, the processing plant B includes a storage location C for the base material 1 from the base material manufacturing section, a production line a for performing the cutting process A, and the like, and a product that has been processed on the production line a. And a product storage D for storing the product until shipment. Then, after the base material 1 in the storage location C is prepared on the entry side a0 of the production line a in the processing preparation step E, the cutting processing step A in the production line a is started.

As shown in FIG. 3, the production line a includes an uncoiler section a1 for unwinding the base material 1 prepared in the processing preparation step E, a leveler a2 for removing the rolled-up base material 1 and the like. A cutting portion a3 for performing trimming for cutting off a side edge of the base material 1 or slitting for cutting the base material 1 into a plurality of specified strips, and shearing for shearing the cut base material 1 to a specified length. A part a4, an inspection part a5 for visually checking the product after the shearing and discharging a reserved product (low-grade product) requiring reworking and the like, and stacking a predetermined number of good products (high-grade products) on the pallet 3. And a piling portion a6. Then, after the pallet 3 on which the non-defective product is placed is placed in the product storage D, the non-defective product is shipped to each destination.

In the processing plant B, the master computer 4
Manages the processing preparation step E, the cutting processing step A, and the delivery of products through the control panel 5 composed of a sequencer or the like. The master computer 4 is arranged in the office 6 of the processing factory B as shown in FIG.
, For example, via a communication line of EIA standard RS-422. The control panel 5 is disposed at an appropriate place in the processing plant B, and based on processing instruction data from the master computer 4, the cutting section a3 and the shearing section a of the production line a.
Set the processing conditions to 4. The control panel 5 is connected to an operation panel 7 arranged in the vicinity of the production line a, sends data from the master computer 4 to the operation panel 7, and transmits data of the operation contents of the operation panel 7 to the master computer. Send to 4. The master computer 4 downloads data to a portable hand scanner (reading means) 8 as a terminal device or uploads data stored in the hand scanner 8.

That is, as shown in FIG. 4, the hand scanner 8 has a reading section 8a for reading a bar code on the product card 2 or the like, a communication section 8b for communicating data with the master computer 4, and data and reading from the master computer 4. The storage unit 8c for storing barcode data and the like, and the read barcode data are stored in the storage unit 8c.
A control unit (determination unit) 8d for determining whether or not the data matches the data stored in the storage unit; a notifying unit 8e for notifying the worker by voice or the like in response to a signal from the control unit 8d; It has a display section 8f for displaying data and the like.

As shown in FIG. 5, the master computer 4 includes a scanner 4a for reading bar codes and the like, a keyboard 4b for performing various settings, etc., and a communication unit 4c for data communication with the control panel 5 and the hand scanner 8.
And the input side a of the production line a according to an order from a trading company or the like.
0, a control unit 4d for setting processing instructions, etc., and a storage unit 4e for storing various data such as information on scheduled storage of the base material 1, stock information and the type of the stored base material 1.
And a display unit 4f for displaying data of the base material 1 and the like, a printer 4g for printing out processing instructions and the like. The communication unit 4c transmits information (data) of the base material 1 to be prepared at the entry side a0 of the production line a to the hand scanner 8
And the information of the base material 1 read by the hand scanner 8 is uploaded.

The operation panel 7 is a scanner (reading means) for reading a bar code or the like of the product card 2 as shown in FIG.
7a, a display unit 7b on which information and processing contents of the base material 1 are displayed, and a touch-type operation unit 7c provided on the display unit 7b for performing various operations as shown in FIG.
And a communication unit 7d for communicating data with the master computer 4 via the control panel 5.

In the processing factory B, the processing preparation step E, the cutting processing step A, and the delivery are managed in the following manner. That is, when the transfer of the base material 1 to the processing factory B is determined, the base material manufacturing unit transmits data indicating the type of the base material 1 such as the plate thickness, the plate width, the length, the color, the material, and the product number. The data is transmitted to the master computer 4 via a telephone line or the like. The master computer 4 stores this data as storage schedule information of the base material 1. In the base material manufacturing section, as described above, the base material 1
Paste product card 2 on

In the processing factory B, when the base material 1 sent from the base material manufacturing section enters the warehouse, the operator operates the scanner 4a.
The bar code of the product card 2 of each base material 1 is read. The master computer 4 compares the barcode with the storage schedule information, and if the base material 1 of the barcode is the base material 1 to be stored, stores data indicating the type of the base material 1 as inventory information. I do.

On the other hand, when data relating to an order for a product is transmitted from a trading company or the like to the master computer 4 via a telephone line or the like, the master computer 4 transmits the ordering information, the specified thickness of the product, Order contract information is created and stored based on pre-stored information about the product such as width, length, and number of packages. Then, when the operator inputs an instruction of the processing content on the production line a based on the order contract information, the master computer 4 displays the product number of the base material 1 suitable for processing the product and the like. Since the displayed base material 1 is displayed in some cases more than the number of base materials 1 necessary for processing, the operator appropriately selects the base material 1 to be processed from these base materials 1. And input the number of processed sheets.

Then, the master computer 4 determines the product number of the base material 1 to be processed, the trimming amount of the side edge of the base material 1,
The cutting width of the base material 1, the shear dimension of the base material 1, and the like are stored as processing instruction information, and a processing instruction sheet displaying the contents of the processing instruction is output. The processing instruction includes a barcode for specifying the content of the processing instruction.

In the processing preparation step E, the data such as the product number of the base material 1 to be processed is
It is downloaded from the master computer 4 and stored. Then, the operator sequentially reads the barcodes of the product card 2 of the base material 1 placed in the storage place C with the hand scanner 8. The hand scanner 8 compares the read barcode with the stored product number of the base material 1 and determines whether the base material 1 of the read barcode corresponds to the base material 1 to be processed. Then, when it is determined that it is applicable, the worker is notified by voice or the like. Then, the worker
The base material 1 is set on the uncoiler section a1 of the production line a. When there are a plurality of base materials 1 to be processed, the hand scanner 8 displays the order in which the base materials 1 are set in the uncoiler section a1 of the base material 1 on the display 8f. Set in the uncoiler section a1.

On the other hand, in order to start the processing after the processing preparation step E, when the operator reads the bar code of the processing instruction with the scanner 7a, the processing instruction is displayed on the display section 7b of the operation panel 7 of the production line a. All the contents of the processing instruction corresponding to the letter are displayed. After the operator confirms the contents of the processing instruction on the operation panel 7, the operator operates the operation unit 7 c of the operation panel 7, so that the contents of the processing instruction are stored in the cutting processing part a 3 and the shearing part a 4 of the production line a. The processing conditions such as the cutting width and the shear size of the base material 1 are set in accordance with the conditions.

Next, the operator reads the bar code of the product card 2 of the base material 1 set in the uncoiler section a1 by the scanner 7a. Note that a list of the base materials 1 to be processed is displayed on the display unit 7b of the operation panel 7. If the read barcode corresponds to the base material 1 for which processing has been instructed, the correct base material 1 is set, so that unwinding of the base material 1 is started and the cutting process A is started. I do. The master computer 4 stores the unwinding start time of the base material 1 and measures the time from the unwinding start time until the end of the base material 1 reaches the shearing portion a4 to calculate the operating rate. I remember. This operating rate can be displayed on the display unit 4f or printed out.

In the pile section a6, when a predetermined number of finished products are stacked on the pallet 3, they are automatically replaced with empty pallets 3. At this time, the operation unit 7 of the operation panel 7
When c is operated, the master computer 4 outputs two new product cards 2. This new product card 2
The product card 2 has a barcode obtained by adding a branch number to the barcode of the product card 2 attached first. The two new product cards 2 are attached to, for example, stacked and packed products.

If a defective part such as a scratch is found in the product in the inspection section a5, the product is a reserved product that needs to be reworked. The bar code on the card 2 is read by the scanner 7a. Then, the master computer 4 outputs the product card 2 displayed on hold (indicating a held product). The product card 2 displayed on hold is provided with a barcode obtained by adding a branch number to the barcode of the new product card 2 and is pasted on a reserved product. The reserved product is discharged from the inspection unit a5, is reworked, and becomes a product after re-examination. The inspection unit a5 is provided with a plurality of button switches for inputting the type of defect such as a scratch. The master computer 4 determines the type of the input defect, the time at which the defect occurred, and the number of cuts. For products
The product yield is calculated based on the ratio of the output of the product card 2 on the hold display. Master computer 4
Transmits a report of the processing contents such as the yield to the trading company of the ordering party.

At the time of product release after processing is completed, an operator inputs a release instruction to the master computer 4 based on order contract information and the like. The master computer 4
Based on the contents of the exit instruction, exit instruction information is created and stored, and an exit instruction is output from the exit instruction information. The master computer 4 downloads and stores data such as the product number of the product to be delivered to the hand scanner 8.

Then, the worker operates the hand scanner 8.
Then, the barcode of the product card 2 of the product stored in the product place D is read. The hand scanner 8 compares the read barcode with data such as the product number of the stored product to determine whether the product of the read barcode corresponds to the product to be delivered, If it is determined that the situation is applicable, the worker is notified by voice or the like. The operator prepares products to be shipped in order to prepare the goods to be shipped. Thereafter, when loading the product on a truck or the like, the operator reads the barcode of the product card 2 of the product with the scanner 7a and reconfirms whether the product corresponds to the product to be delivered. One of the two product cards 2 affixed to the product is removed by the time of delivery and used for shipping management. The master computer 4 stores the data of the product at this time as shipping results, and outputs a delivery note, an invoice, and the like based on the data.

On the other hand, the product card 2 of the base material 1 stored in the storage location C and the work in process prepared on the entry side of the cutting process A by the hand scanner 8 at predetermined intervals such as every month. Card 2 and product place D of base material 1
The bar code of the product card 2 of the product placed in the PC is read, and the data of the bar code is uploaded to the master computer 4. The stock information of the master computer 4 is adjusted based on the delivery information and the like, and the master computer 4 checks the barcode data read every predetermined period and, if there is a difference, prints the difference, for example, by printing. Out. The master computer 4 transmits the stock information to a trading company or the like of the order destination. Further, the master computer 4 creates a base material balance table for managing the storage and the stock of the base material 1 based on the storage schedule information, the stock information, and the like, and transmits the table to the base material manufacturing unit.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a schematic configuration diagram illustrating a base material processing preparation step and the like according to the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing a product card and a hand scanner attached to a base material.

FIG. 3 is a schematic configuration diagram showing a cutting process.

FIG. 4 is a block diagram of a hand scanner.

FIG. 5 is a block diagram of a master computer.

FIG. 6 is a block diagram of the operation panel.

FIG. 7 is a schematic diagram showing a display unit in an operation unit of the operation panel.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 Base material 2 Product card 4 Master computer 5 Control panel 7 Operation panel 8 Hand scanner A Cutting process E Processing preparation process a Production line

Claims (4)

[Claims] 1. A product delivery management method for selecting products to be delivered to a delivery destination from stored products and preparing for delivery, a product card having a code for specifying the product. 2 is attached to the product in advance, the code of the product card 2 of the stored product is read by the reading means 8 in which the code of the product to be delivered is stored in advance, and the read product of the product card 2 should be delivered. A method for managing the delivery of a product, wherein when the product corresponds to a product, the worker is notified of the fact to prepare for delivery of the product. 2. A delivery setting device for selecting a product to be delivered to a delivery destination from stored products and preparing a delivery of the product, wherein the delivery setting means 4 sets a product to be delivered. And a reading means 8 for reading the product card 2 attached to the product in advance and having a code for specifying the product. The reading means 8 stores the code of the product set by the delivery setting means 4. Storage means 8c for reading and product card 2 read
Determining means 8d for determining whether or not the code corresponds to the code of the product to be delivered stored in the storing means 8c.
And a notifying means 8f for notifying, when the read code of the product card 2 corresponds to the code of the product to be delivered, the product delivery management device. 3. When a product ready for delivery is delivered, the reading means 7a for reading the code of the product card 2 of the product and the code of the product card 2 read by the reading means 7a are stored in the storage means 8c. 3. The product delivery management device according to claim 2, further comprising means for notifying, when the stored code corresponds to the product to be delivered, the fact. 4. The product delivery management apparatus according to claim 2, wherein the code of the product card 2 of the product is associated with the code attached to the base material 1 before being processed into the product.