Furukawa Automotive Systems holds “Skill Olympics”

Jul 25, 2019

Shiga (Japan), July 25 (ANI): Located in Shiga prefecture, Furukawa Automotive Systems produces auto parts in Japan. The company has production base in many countries. Wire harnesses are made up of wires and connectors for signal and electricity. Due to its complex structure, automation line is not possible and requires man power assembly. "Skill Olympics" of wire harness manufacturing is held once in a year. Top contestants have gathered from various locations around the world. This year was the 14th edition where skilled workers from nine countries took part. The pre-process competition “Game of Crimping” is hand-pressed with metal fittings attached to wires. In the post-process competition “Game of Assembly”, the wires are arranged side by side, the connectors are attached and they are assembled to the coating. Contestants have trained in this task on country basis, and to win, it's important to be able to do the right work early, to be able to concentrate in different situations. This year, the winner of “Game of Assembly” is the team from Vietnam. They made high-quality wire harnesses at an overwhelming speed compared to other teams.