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and enhanced quality software validation, this machine can group cables together to simplify build orders, feed cables at up to 22mph and deliver automatic changeover capability, so that 36 cables can be loaded and ink colour changed from black to white when required.


We fully expect the Komax to replace and improve upon our Artos MTX 5, giving us capacity for growth as we expect the machine to double our throughput rate. In addition to automated cable preparation and ATE testing, other processes can be adopted to ensure performance and reliability of a given system.


Engineers at PP C&A have designed bespoke functional test rigs for many of our customers across automotive, aerospace, energy, food, printing, and renewables.


This is done so we can fully simulate the desired operating requirements of a given control system, which often includes software to check all inputs and outputs are correctly connected and all signals are being seen and read.


Moving forward


Manufacturers in practically every vertical market should also be increasing their


own investment in automation, which will undoubtedly help minimise machine downtime.


Technologies, such as robotic process automation and machine learning, can be used to improve the efficiency and reliability of machines, again reducing the likelihood of downtime.


Automating repetitive tasks and freeing up


Inelco Hunter director David Bushnell looks at the importance of integrated Products, Support and Engineering Services


Converged Distribution


Today’s SME, Enterprise and Corporate companies are looking for complete solutions with a high degree of service wrapped around product offerings, such as truly Converged Solutions. A Converged Solutions distributor will offer the services required behind a product, to give them the tools, abilities and flexibility in their offerings to the end user.


This approach is particularly relevant to the prevalence of embedded systems and touch screens in today’s electronic products. Here are some examples:


Embedded Systems


The Converged Solutions distributor needs extensive experience in a variety of markets and products, allowing them to offer a range of solutions for embedded systems. A skilled team


Project Management Services Managing projects can be both time- consuming and costly in the search for the best options, testing ideas and spending


of engineers can help define clear product requirements and bring the product to life. This includes support from design and prototyping through to pilot and finished production.


Custom Design Display Solutions One example is the original 7” Raspberry Pi display, designed by Inelco Hunter for Raspberry Pi. A larger 10.1” display kit and an industrial case were also developed in response to customer demand. OEMs will be looking for many customisation options from their chosen Converged Solutions distributor.


time liaising between different suppliers. PM services streamline this procedure, saving time and money. The Converged Solutions Distributor will need extensive project management experience to identify the best approach and reduce the project R&D time.


Extension of Your own Team A Converged Distributor will help establish what is needed throughout the product design cycle, including prototyping, testing and production. It is essential that the customer’s team is fully involved, asking the right questions to fully understand the brief, which in turn helps the development of the most appropriate solution. The process must work as a single integrated team of the distributor and the customer.


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staff to focus on more critical tasks should be seen as a positive and has been proven to reduce the chance of human error and ultimately ‘lost’ production hours. In a nutshell, whatever measures machine builders take to improve downtime, repeatable and reliable quality when it comes to electrical connectivity should be the number one priority.


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