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The NC-26T is completely servo-driven . and the resulting big data flow converge with artificial intelligence ( AI ) and machine learning to make predictions and avoid errors .
Collection of data is the first step , but there are still doubts about what to do with this data and how to put it to best use . The entire process doesn ’ t need to be fully automated but , taking simple steps , we have made remarkable progress and impacted areas such as lower costs in tool maintenance by introducing predictive maintenance and the initiation of pre-emptive measures for replacing tool parts / wear parts before they break down . Predictive maintenance has contributed significantly to cost-reduction efforts by minimising the following :
■ Industry 4.0-compliant – IOT enabled software .
■ Two-point stamping presses with longer bed lengths .
ISMR : What is your strategic focus for the company in 2022 ?
GW : Our focus is on building local capabilities for business continuity . This pandemic has taught us the need for companies to strengthen their supply chains by either building more local support or by enhancing their existing manufacturing capabilities inhouse . They have had to reduce dependency on local suppliers and overseas imports .
We have started setting up local Technology Centres in Asia and Europe so that we can support our customers with faster response times from locations closer to where they are based . The newly launched Technology Centre for YSM India in Pune has been successfully running for over a year now . Its goal is primary support of the Asian and Middle Eastern markets . It is also currently servicing our customers in Europe .
For markets in Europe , we have established relationships with local partners who are able to support our customers locally . Currently , through our partners , we can supply machines that are CE-approved in Europe and offer trials and local testing to end-users .
We had intended to launch a YSM International Technology Centre in 2020 / 21 for Europe . However , because of the current COVID-19 situation , we have had to defer this to the end of 2022 , working alongside our local partners .
From our three locations ( YSM Taiwan – Taichung , Taiwan ; the India Technology Centre – Pune , India and the Technology Centre – Europe ), we will be able to offer sales ; service ; support ; tooling trials ; maintenance ; training etc .
ISMR : How are you leveraging technologies such as artificial intelligence , Big Data , VR , robotics etc . for your business . How have you positioned YSM International with respect to Industry 4.0 ?
GW : Smart manufacturing is the future . Industry 4.0 may seem like a buzzword and , in a sense , it ’ s the mother of all buzzwords . However , it represents the new industrial revolution where the Internet of Things ( IoT )
The YSM management team .
■ Initiation of pre-emptive measures for maintenance .
■ Reducing down-time .
■ Improvement in the quality and consistency of production .
■ Minimizing human errors and intervention .
ISMR : Thank you for your time . n
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