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Unicom and ZTE Deploy Private 5G for Wuhu Midea Kitchen & Bath Appliances

Manufacturing Private LTE and 5G
Manufacturing Private LTE and 5G

Vertical: Manufacturing

Application: AI-based video for quality, increased operating efficiency

Ecosystem:  Unicom, ZTE

Private Network: 5G

Midea Kitchen & Bath Appliances, a global leader in home appliance manufacturing, stands as an example of successful Industry 4.0 implementation. By harnessing the power of a deterministic 5G private network, they have achieved remarkable strides in efficiency, agility, and security.

Midea’s 5G deployment demonstrates the real-world impact of this transformative technology. A few of the benefits include:

  • 23% increase in production efficiency: Precision robotics guided by real-time AI data ensures faster, more accurate production.
  • Reduced production lead times: Agile operations fueled by the 5G network bring appliances to market faster.
  • Enhanced worker safety and collaboration: Improved communication fosters a safer and more collaborative work environment.
  • Proactive maintenance and minimized downtime: Real-time equipment monitoring enables predictive maintenance, reducing costs and downtime.
  • Improved resource utilization and energy efficiency: Optimized operations lead to sustainable practices and resource management.

The dedicated 5G network empowers Midea with improved agility. New production lines can be rapidly deployed without complex infrastructure changes, fostering innovation and adaptation to market demands. This agility proved crucial during the pandemic, allowing Midea to quickly adjust production to meet changing consumer needs.

Operating on a private network, Midea maintains complete control over its sensitive data, strengthening cybersecurity and safeguarding intellectual property.

This technology paves the way for a future where factories are:

  • Smarter: Leveraging real-time data and AI for optimized operations.
  • More efficient: Achieving higher production rates with minimized waste and downtime.
  • Agile: Adapting quickly to changing market demands and consumer preferences.
  • Secure: Protecting sensitive data and intellectual property with robust cybersecurity measures.
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