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Smart Industry 4.0 Tech
for Closed Loop Operation of Machine Shops
Marshall Machines
C
NC turning Machine tools are
extensively used for making
components
for
Automotive,
Aerospace, Defence, Oil & Gas,and
Railways sectors. The managers &
owners of machine shops face 3 ‘Pain
Points’:
· Hiring, training & retaining ‘
· Meeting the high-quality demands
of their customers (below 50 PPM
defectives)
· Low OEE of machines caused by
frequent breakdowns & inefficient
use.
The IIOT or Industry 4.0 movement
has the objective of solving these
problems and giving factories higher
competitiveness & profits. Many
companies are offering their versions
of solutions, but the adaptation is low
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because the benefits do not match the
costs.
Marshall Machines has launched
its proprietary Industry 4.0 solution
SmartFAC which consists of five patent-
applied modules which make it the
most comprehensive solution available
today. These modules are described
below:
SmartCorrect: Ensures Zero Defect
Components without dependence on
skilled operator
SmartCount: Optimises productivity by
detecting & correcting stoppages & idle
time.
SmartFAC is a cloud-based technology
and is very easily accessible from
anywhere around the world. The basic
working principle comprises
· Data Extraction from M/c and
accessories
· Transmission of Data to Cloud
· Cloud-based Data Analytics
SmartInsert: Ensures Optimised Tool
Insert Life · Time-bound
instructions
concerned persons.
SmartChek: Prevents breakdown of
mechanical elements of the machine SmartFAC is complete Industry 4.0
solution which is comprehensive,
simple to implement and delivers huge
benefits at a nominal cost.
SmartSens: Prevents failure of critical
electrical & electronic parts of the
machine
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