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Electronics Firm Boosts Efficiency with AI-Powered MES

See how a global electronics manufacturer leveraged Micraft MES with AI-driven analytics to improve OEE, reduce scrap, and optimize predictive maintenance across multiple SMT and assembly lines.

  • Client: Leading Consumer Electronics Manufacturer
  • Category: AI-Powered Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
  • Date: 22nd August, 2025
  • Industry: Electronics & Semiconductor Assembly

By deploying AI-powered predictive insights, the client improved yield, reduced machine stoppages, and achieved near real-time decision-making on the shop floor.

Challenge

The client struggled with fluctuating yields, unplanned stoppages on SMT lines, and high scrap rates due to soldering and component placement errors. Lack of predictive maintenance and limited process visibility hampered efficiency.

  • Unplanned machine stoppages causing throughput loss.
  • High scrap and rework in soldering and assembly processes.
  • No predictive insights for equipment health or quality deviations.
  • Manual yield analysis delayed problem resolution.
  • Inconsistent processes across multiple sites.
Challenge

Solution

Micraft MES with AI-driven analytics was deployed to track real-time OEE, apply predictive maintenance, and reduce process variation. Machine learning models identified early warning signals, preventing downtime and scrap.

  • Real-time AI dashboards for OEE and yield tracking.
  • Predictive maintenance models to forecast equipment failures.
  • Automated root cause detection for soldering and placement defects.
  • AI-powered process optimization reducing cycle time variation.
  • Mobile alerts and insights for supervisors to act instantly.
Solution

Implementation

The MES was integrated with SMT line machines, AOI systems, and ERP. AI models were trained on historical failure and scrap data, then rolled out in a phased manner across three plants. Operators and engineers received AI-powered decision support via MES terminals.

Predictive alerts, yield trends, and quality deviations were displayed in real-time dashboards, enabling continuous improvement and faster corrective actions.

AI Integration

MES embedded with ML models for predictive maintenance & yield optimization.

Team Training

Engineers trained to interpret AI insights and optimize parameters.

SMT Line Integration

Direct machine data capture from SMT, AOI & ICT equipment.

AI Dashboards

Live dashboards with predictive KPIs for OEE, scrap, and defects.

Key Features

Key Features Used

  • ✔ AI-driven predictive maintenance
  • ✔ Real-time OEE and yield dashboards
  • ✔ Automated defect detection with ML models
  • ✔ Root cause analytics for scrap and downtime
  • ✔ Integration with SMT & test equipment
  • ✔ Mobile insights for supervisors
  • ✔ ERP integration for materials and production

Results

The deployment of AI-powered MES led to significant gains in efficiency, yield, and predictive maintenance capabilities.

  • 12% increase in OEE across SMT lines
  • 25% reduction in scrap and rework
  • 20% fewer unplanned downtime incidents
  • 30% faster root cause resolution time
  • Improved quality consistency and first-pass yield

ROI

Micraft MES with AI delivered payback in under 8 months through reduced scrap, lower maintenance costs, and higher throughput.

  • 22% cost savings from reduced scrap
  • 15% reduction in maintenance spend
  • 10% increase in line throughput
  • Rapid ROI with sustainable AI insights

Testimonial: “AI-powered MES gave us predictive insights to act before issues occurred. We’ve reduced scrap, improved yield, and made our lines far more reliable.”