When a company produces different categories such as battery packs, grills and cleaning equipment at the same time, the key planning question is how to share the production line and balance investment with capacity. Taizhou Yufeng Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd. uses flexible stations and modular design so that different product categories can be organized and produced efficiently on the same assembly line.
Feasibility analysis of multi-category shared line
Before shared-line production, we analyze the process similarity of each category. Battery packs, grills and cleaning equipment have different functions, but all include structural assembly, electrical part installation, wiring, safety testing and packing. Common processes are designed as universal stations, and category-specific processes use special modules and quick-change tooling. This is the basis of the shared line.
Flexible stations and modularity
Flexible stations are equipped with a universal conveyor, adjustable tables and quick-change fixtures. When switching categories, special modules and locating tooling are replaced with short switching time. For battery packs with high electrical safety requirements, a dedicated insulation and anti-static area is set. Cleaning equipment involves water circuit testing and uses a special test module. Grills focus on heating element and temperature control testing.
Scheduling and cycle
Multi-category shared-line production requires reasonable scheduling. Products with similar processes are arranged continuously to reduce changeovers. Each category sets standard work time and process routes, and the scheduling system supports planning. The line cycle is designed for the main product, and other categories adapt by adjusting the number of stations and work content.
Quality and safety testing
Each category executes its own test standards. Battery packs undergo insulation, withstand voltage and function tests. Grills undergo grounding, leakage current and temperature rise tests. Cleaning equipment undergoes water circuit and electrical tests. Test equipment is configured modularly by category, and test data is managed uniformly for product traceability.
Management and benefits
Shared-line production improves equipment utilization and reduces floor space, while unifying on-site management and the quality system. For companies with many categories and medium batch sizes, a comprehensive assembly line is a cost-effective solution. The product mix can be adjusted later according to market changes, keeping the line flexible.
For a battery pack, grill and cleaning equipment comprehensive assembly line proposal, contact Taizhou Yufeng Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd. for overall planning.