Today, manufacturers are starting to use data to make better decisions in manufacturing. In order to access and use that data, you need connectivity.
Without connectivity, shop owners and managers rely on manual data collection with an operator walking the shop floor and manually recording data – it’s possible to gather the data needed this way, but much less efficient and leaves room for human error.
The following is a guide to connectivity – when it was created, how it has evolved, and how it can benefit your shop.
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A connectivity system opens the door for manufacturers to observe their efficiency, gather data to determine where improvements can be made, and then measure those improvements once implemented.
MTConnect provides detailed information over time to help maximize performance by establishing an open and expandable channel of communication for plug-and-play interconnectivity between all your devices, equipment, and systems. Facilitated by using widely accepted XML and Internet Protocol technology, MTConnect provides real-time data for your entire operation that can be accessed via computer interface.
Connect Plan gives you visual control of factory operations and machining that allows you to see and connect your shop floor and gather analytics for improved utilization. You can receive email notifications of machine alarms and connect to the Okuma Service Center to receive online support.
Connect Plan lite allows you to preview the powerful features of Connect Plan on a single machine with just a quick download from the Okuma App Store. Gain the ability to view operating history and production rates in visual graph format, see alarm history with live links to the alarm details and view live machine statuses on an easy-to-read display.