CNH - Guided Process Control for Wheel Assembly on Suspended Track

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Zero forgotten bolts. Zero safety incidents.

Ansomat & CNH – Trusted partners since 1999

Ansomat has been working with CNH in Antwerp, Zedelgem and Croix since 1999 – yes, that's long!
Over more than two decades we have built a wealth of experience across CNH use-cases including:

Transmissions • Cabins • Axles • Wheel loaders • Suspension tracks • Park brake • Roof assemblies • ...

This deep process knowledge allows us to deliver not just tools – but bullet-proof assembly control systems.

Picture belows shows overview of all sorts of applications Ansomat has done for CNH

The Challenge

In the suspended track wheel assembly line, CNH faced two critical risks:

Forgotten bolts leading to major safety issues

Wheel fixture coming loose, creating rework, downtime and hazards

Manual tightening alone could no longer guarantee repeatable quality or traceability.

 

The Solution

Process Control Wheel Assembly

Fast. Dependable. Fully controlled bolt tightening.

Ansomat implemented a closed-loop tightening system combining:

  
FeatureDescription
🔍 Barcode ScanningAutomatic tightening program selection per product
📋 Digital Work InstructionsOn-screen guidance with visual bolt sequence
🔧 Makita ToolsFor fast tightening of simple bolts
🎯 Stanley Precision ToolsFor highly controlled, high-accuracy tightening
🧾 Full TraceabilityTorque, angle, timestamp, station & operator ID stored for every bolt

 

How It Works

  1. Operator scans the product barcode
  2. The correct tightening program loads automatically
  3. Visual instructions show exact bolt sequence
  4. Each bolt is verified by Makita and Stanley tools
  5. All data is stored for full auditability

No bolt can be skipped. No torque is unverified.

 

Results at CNH

  
🟢 0% safety incidents over time🟢 100% traceability on every assembly

This process has become a reference standard within CNH plants.

Why Ansomat?

  • 📅 25+ years partnership with CNH
  • 🏭 Deep understanding of real production constraints
  • 🔗 Proven integration with Makita, Stanley & MES systems
  • 🚀 Focus on safety, speed and operational excellence

Ready to eliminate forgotten bolts?

Let’s discuss how we can bring the same level of process control and safety to your production line.

 

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