Implementing Autocoding
to Comply with Retailer
Code of Practice
At a Glance
What they wanted to do
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Implement an automated label
and date code veri cation system.
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Integrate the system into current
set-up including printers.
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Support operational ef ciency and
productivity.
What were the success criteria
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The system had to comply with
the retailer codes of practice.
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The system had to integrate with
existing packaging line devices.
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To not interrupt the 24/7
operation of the factory.
What they accomplished
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Compliance with retailer codes of
practice.
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Optimise their factory productivity
and efficiency.
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Challenge
Ichiban UK contacted OAL to
investigate the implementation of
focus by accurately recording line
stoppages and identifying areas for
improvement.”
a label verification and date code
Results
control system in response to
The OAL Autocoding system has
the introduction of stricter rules,
provided peace of mind to Ichiban UK
regulations and codes of practices set
by securing the label,
by retailers. Breaches of these codes
date codes and price on their
of practice can result in substantial
packaging. The system was installed
fines as well as loss of reputation.
quickly with minimal factory
downtime.
Ability to plan ahead and
The increasing consumption and
proactively reduce downtime.
popularity of sushi meant any
Ichiban UK uses the system to identify
installation needed to minimise
and improve production performance
downtime to maintain capacity.
as the OAL system automatically
Ichiban UK hoped to use the installed
records downtime. The accurate date
system for both compliance and
is then used to proactively prevent
to drive operational efficiency and
issues arising on the packaging line.
Customer
Ichiban UK Ltd is the largest sushi
manufacturer in the UK. They produce
authentic sushi for major retailers in a
growing UK market. At their single
450 staff in a 24/7 operation, last
year alone they cooked around 1200
tonnes of rice.
productivity on the shop floor.
Julie Rice, Technical Manager explains
why Ichiban UK chose OAL:
“We chose the OAL system because
it’s a tried and tested solution that
provides the compliance we need.
It’s easy to use and has helped us
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