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Q5D's Success Story: Transforming Wire Harness Manufacturing
Manufacturing
• Lacked a mature CAM solution tailored to automate wire harness manufacturing effectively
• Transitioned from a competing CAD solution to Siemens NX for better functionality and integration
• Needed a workflow to place wires on 3D surfaces in CAD and convert data into G-Code for their motion platform
• Cut cycle time by 50%
• Reduced assembly time from four months to three weeks
• Reduced design and redesign time of wiring looms by over 70%
• Won three new clients and achieved significant time savings in various processes
NX CAM
Driving Efficiency in Wire Harness Manufacturing
Q5D is pioneering the full automation of wire harness manufacture. Their robots and software translate designs into products digitally retaining established components wherever possible. Their automated systems route, protect and terminate wires to create complete wiring harnesses. The wiring can be integrated onto almost any 3D surface or laid out as a separate component. Minimal fixturing means very high design flexibility. The result is precise and repeatable, reduces labour by 80% or more and massively reduces factory footprint. This lowers cost, shortens supply chains and improves quality.
Business Challenges
Q5D faced challenges in automating wire harness manufacturing, particularly needing a workflow to place wires onto a 3D surface in CAD and convert this data into G-Code for their motion platform. They trialled various CAM solutions and found Siemens NX CAM and multi-axis deposition as the most mature options for their needs. This decision also led to transitioning from a competing CAD solution entirely into Siemens NX.
Keys to Success
The partnership between Q5D and Emixa has been instrumental in driving innovation and efficiency in wire harness manufacturing. A key success factor was the adoption of Siemens NX CAM and multi-axis deposition, which provided advanced toolpath programming functions for additive manufacturing. This transition enabled Q5D to replace a competing CAD solution and streamline operations effectively.
Emixa’s support was critical in this journey. Their collaboration helped Q5D create a digital twin of their machine, aiding in simulation and toolpath planning. The development of a bespoke CAD tool allowed for rapid and accurate design of complex wiring harnesses across 3D surfaces, significantly enhancing productivity. This seamless integration of software and hardware has positioned Q5D to deliver high-value projects efficiently and grow their market presence.
Emixa’s support was critical in this journey. Their collaboration helped Q5D create a digital twin of their machine, aiding in simulation and toolpath planning. The development of a bespoke CAD tool allowed for rapid and accurate design of complex wiring harnesses across 3D surfaces, significantly enhancing productivity. This seamless integration of software and hardware has positioned Q5D to deliver high-value projects efficiently and grow their market presence.
Results
Q5D has achieved remarkable results through the integration of Siemens software, demonstrating tangible improvements across their operations. Assembly times have been reduced from four months to just three weeks, while design and redesign times for wiring looms have decreased by more than 70%. These efficiencies have enabled Q5D to cut cycle times by 50% and save 60% in model preparation time.
These operational advancements have translated into commercial success. Q5D has won three new clients and built a reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative solutions quickly. The Siemens software environment has provided Q5D with the tools to prove the value of their unique technology, streamline workflows, and support their growth trajectory. With the continued backing of Emixa and Siemens, Q5D is well-positioned for sustained success and industry leadership.
These operational advancements have translated into commercial success. Q5D has won three new clients and built a reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative solutions quickly. The Siemens software environment has provided Q5D with the tools to prove the value of their unique technology, streamline workflows, and support their growth trajectory. With the continued backing of Emixa and Siemens, Q5D is well-positioned for sustained success and industry leadership.
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