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Zero Defect. Full Trace. From Assembly Station to Control Room — Every Data Point Captured.

Siva B

Software Professional & Automation Architect, VI WebSync

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LabVIEW TraceabilityNI SystemLinkMES IntegrationIATF 16949Industrial IoTSQL DatabaseSAP QM

A single untracked component is a liability. Discover how VI WebSync provides complete production visibility—from torque validation at the station to real-time OEE in the control room.

In today's automotive and manufacturing environment, a single untracked component is not just a quality issue—it is a liability. One missing data point can trigger a full production recall or a regulatory investigation.

Traceability is the foundation of reliable manufacturing. At VI WebSync, we design LabVIEW-based traceability systems that give production teams complete visibility—from the first station to the final test record.

What is LabVIEW Traceability?

Traceability is knowing exactly what happened to every component at every step. We deliver this certainty by connecting NI Data Acquisition hardware, PLC automation, and enterprise MES software into a single architecture. Every measurement is validated, time-stamped, and linked to a part serial number automatically.

The Traceability Stack:

  • Unique Identity: Every component carries a UID, VIN, or Barcode via RFID/Scanner.
  • NI DAQ Acquisition: High-speed sampling (up to 1 kHz) of torque, pressure, and voltage.
  • UCL / LCL Validation: Real-time VIs check every reading against control limits.
  • PLC Interlock: If a part fails, the PLC physically stops the conveyor—enforcing digital poka-yoke.
  • Dual-Write Data: Simultaneously log high-speed waveforms to TDMS and structured data to SQL.

Three Levels of Visibility

1. The Assembly Station

At the workstation level, our LabVIEW VIs scan the component, identify the task, and begin the measurement sequence. If a fastening operation fails, the system triggers an Andon warning in under 10ms, preventing the part from advancing.

2. The Test Station (EOL)

For End-of-Line testing, our sequence engine VIs execute steps with microsecond precision. Results are pushed to SAP QM or MES via the VI WebSync REST API. No paper reports, no manual entry.

3. The Control Room

Leadership makes decisions based on live KPIs updated every 500ms. Using NI SystemLink, engineers can monitor plant health, push software updates, and retrieve TDMS files from anywhere in the world.

The Backbone: VI WebSync Explained

VI WebSync is a REST and WebSocket bridge that exposes LabVIEW VI front panel controls as web-accessible endpoints. This allows an NI cRIO in your plant to publish live data to a dashboard in Germany while accepting updated test limits pushed from India—all without stopping production.

Software Quality & Certification

Every VI we deliver is aligned with IATF 16949 automotive standards. Our team consists of Certified LabVIEW Architects (CLA) and Developers (CLD), ensuring:

  • Unit Testing: Minimum 80% code coverage via VI Tester.
  • HIL Validation: Hardware-in-the-loop simulation before site deployment.
  • Cybersecurity: IEC 62443 compliant remote integration.

Global Reach

Our systems operate across North America, Europe, and Asia. Using encrypted tunnels, we provide 24/7 remote support and software deployment without requiring a single site visit.

Zero Defect. Full Trace. From Assembly Station to Control Room — Every Data Point Captured.

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