offer monitoring functions for the user to know if intervention is needed .
In terms of network requirements , optimum operations for the OFA240 demand suitable controller to device ( C2D ) communications , so that a single network architecture could be used for all the operational technology ( OT ) elements of the machine to self-adjust in real-time . These components include vision systems , temperature sensors , heat lamps , switches , indicators and alarms .
Moreover , since Orisol is focused on the digitalisation of operations to create a smart facility , a network architecture that could also enable controller to controller ( C2C ) communications , in addition to integration with higher level information technology ( IT ) systems , was required . This would allow machines to operate in parallel to share information and effectively collaborate to optimise product quality , efficiency and productivity . TSN provided a single solution to address all these requirements , ultimately supporting convergence of the OT and IT domains . It also offered the possibility for multiple machines to be integrated into Orisol ’ s proprietary production monitoring and remote maintenance systems , such as its Production Data Collection System ( PDCS ) and Remote Operation Maintenance Platform ( ROMP ).
To leverage the power of TSN and meet Orisol ’ s requirements , CC-Link IE TSN was selected as the system ’ s network
We are extremely proud to see CC-Link IE TSN being used to enable significant productivity increases and therefore deliver an enhanced competitive advantage to Orisol and their customers .
technology . This is the first open industrial Ethernet to provide TSN functions , therefore ensuring convergence and determinism . In addition , it offers gigabit bandwidth to maximise the volume of data traffic that can be sent simultaneously . Furthermore , it is supported by leading global automation vendors with a range of compatible products .
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Thanks to an established portfolio of CC- Link IE TSN compatible industrial automation devices from Mitsubishi Electric and Moxa , Orisol could leverage a comprehensive application solution to meet all their requirements .
The benefits delivered by this solution were significant . The network ’ s gigabit bandwidth led to internal communications speed increasing 220 times . This meant that execution time was shortened by 7 times and application time by12 times . CC-Link IE TSN also enabled machines to be synchronised to an accuracy of 1 millisecond . This delivered almost instant data sharing , delivering precise communications within the machine itself , to other devices and to IT systems , such as Orisol ’ s PDCS and ROMPS . These provide remote monitoring and control , allowing operators to have a real-time overview of the process as well as promptly intervene , if anomalies are discovered . The end result was a system that fully addresses the demands of Industry 4.0 by using TSN technology .
John Browett , General Manager at CLPA Europe , concludes : “ Orisol ’ s OFA240 series flash activator machine is an excellent example of how TSN has been applied in a real-world application to deliver significant machine performance improvements . We are extremely proud to see CC-Link IE TSN being used to enable significant productivity increases and therefore deliver an enhanced competitive advantage to Orisol and their customers . We look forward to seeing many more companies apply CC-Link IE TSN the near future to realise similar benefits for their own machines and customers .”
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