Plex Cloud ERP Vision System Integration for Automotive Shipping Quality

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Plex Cloud ERP Vision System Integration for Automotive Shipping Quality

Case study shows how NHK Spring Precision integrated IGear vision system with Plex to eliminate packing errors and replace external inspectors.

Published

June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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NHK Spring Precision of America produces automotive springs and ships directly to an OEM line where robots unload components. After manual checks proved costly and unreliable, the company deployed an IGear vision system that locks each tray, inspects spring type, color, count, and spacing, then executes a Web service transaction with Plex Cloud ERP before releasing the tray. The integration validates machine setup, records production, and blocks shipment on any detected error, removing the need for additional quality inspectors.

Key takeaways

Vision system inspects spring type, color, spacing, and count before shipment

Plex Web service transaction validates setup and clears trays in under two seconds

External quality inspectors eliminated, reducing cost and human error risk

Failed transactions trigger HMI alerts; only supervisors can override with password

Stored inspection images provide evidence to refute customer claims

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