Testsystems

For discrete and process manufacturing

Optimising production with a manufacturing execution system

We enable you to capture and evaluate machine data directly from your production. We access data from PCs or directly from your machines’ PLCs — without interrupting running production, so the changeover causes no downtime.

Where needed, we extend your equipment with additional sensors, light barriers, scanners or other components to capture all the data that matters to you. The information is transferred to a central computer, where our software processes and visualises it — giving you a complete overview of your current production processes.

Based on this data, we can also intervene in production actively — for example by triggering warnings or stopping machines.

Floor plan of a digitalised production: machines and sensors connected to panel PCs, which pass data on to the server and manufacturing execution computer.

Our approach

Digitalisation concept

  1. Analysis of the current state

    Together with you we analyse the current state of your production, to gain an exact overview of machines, workflows and existing systems.

  2. Concept development

    Based on the analysis we draw up an individual concept for introducing a manufacturing execution system. We define clear goals and take your specific requirements into account.

  3. Implementation

    Once the concept is approved we implement the solution. From the planning phase onwards we make sure that future extensions of the system remain easy to realise.

Step by step to a manufacturing execution system

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Operation & connectivity

We use panel PCs

  1. As a display for the measured values
  2. As an input and output interface for your staff
  3. As a multi-connection interface and data converter for the measurement technology
  4. Communication via LAN, or directly with the process PLC over PROFINET

For offline measuring systems we use a software adapter, provided the hardware offers the performance and the installation space required. Where it does not, we fit a panel PC here too.

System connection Schematic
Process PLC Plant control
Panel PC koob HMI
  • LAN Optical measurement
  • Serial Measuring device 1
  • Serial Measuring device 2
  • PCIe Measuring device 3
  • etc. Further interfaces

The panel PC combines display, operation and data conversion in one device.

10 reasons why you should digitise your production with us

  1. Real-time monitoring and control

    Production data captured in real time, with continuous monitoring and control of your processes.

  2. Optimised manufacturing

    Data-based analyses reveal bottlenecks and unlock potential for greater efficiency and quality.

  3. Shorter lead times

    Optimised workflows and reduced waiting times lead to faster production cycles.

  4. Less downtime

    Predictive maintenance and fast troubleshooting keep stoppages to a minimum.

  5. Higher productivity

    Process optimisation, fewer failures and efficiency gains raise productivity measurably.

  6. Better quality control

    Automated capture of quality data and integrated inspection processes secure and raise product quality.

  7. Improved on-time delivery

    Continuous monitoring and control improve adherence to delivery dates.

  8. Optimised inventory

    Precise inventory management enables demand-driven material planning.

  9. Reporting

    Comprehensive reports give transparency on production progress, efficiency and key figures.

  10. Paperless manufacturing

    Digital documentation replaces paper and makes manufacturing processes more efficient.

Summary as PDF

Digitalisation of your production — the overview to take away.

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