Diseño y construcción del sistema Andon para el laboratorio de mantenimiento correctivo de la Facultad de Mecánica

Abstract

In the Corrective Maintenance Laboratory, an exhaustive analysis of the initial situation of each job and its infrastructure was carried out. The imperative need to implement a support system called ANDON was identified. This system becomes crucial in equipment failure, absence of material, tools, or spare parts, and emergencies that require immediate support to maintain the operation of the jobs. The primary purpose of this research was to design and build the ANDON system, specifically adapted to the environment of the Corrective Maintenance Laboratory of the Faculty of Mechanics. The applied methodology focused on optimizing time and resources, highlighting the significant influence of the system. To this end, a detailed preliminary investigation was carried out to align the design in both the mechanical and electronic parts, highlighting the facilities and benefits of the system components, all of this adapted to the needs of the laboratory to enhance the student's skills in handling tools and working under pressure, skills necessary in today's workplace. This methodology revealed the need for an assistance system in the event of failures or emergencies or the need for tools and materials in the laboratory, eliminating significant time losses. Consequently, it was concluded that the Corrective Maintenance Laboratory of the Faculty of Mechanics is more efficient in its activities thanks to the ANDON help system, designed to meet the specific needs of the jobs, thus contributing to the efficient development of the laboratory and optimizing maintenance processes.