The ergonomics applied to test engineering is essential to ensure not only the safety and health of operators but also the efficiency and reliability of the production process. In Brazil, the Regulatory Standard NR-17, issued by the Ministry of Labor and Employment, defines the guidelines for adapting working conditions to
The test jig is the physical contact point between the DUT (Device Under Test) and the test bench. The choice of jig type — manual, pneumatic, or motorized — directly impacts the productivity, safety, ergonomics, and repeatability of tests on the line. The ideal jig is one that balances robustness,
A bottleneck is any step in the production process that limits the overall flow. It acts like a funnel, reducing the line speed and directly impacting productivity, quality, and delivery time. In a production line, efficiency is defined by the slowest step. Identifying and eliminating the bottleneck is essential for
Cycle time is the time required to complete a full operation or process — from start to finish — repeatedly. In industrial environments, it represents the production or testing pace, being one of the most critical indicators of efficiency and delivery capability. The shorter the cycle time (without losing quality),