Manage the data you collect

Machine failure, once an accepted part of life for manufacturers and OEMs, has met its match with modern technology using IoT devices, the cloud, and edge computing. In order to pre-empt and prevent

Originally published on Modern Machine Shop. When pen-and-paper methods of tracking job efficiency left AccuRounds’ engineers and managers in the dark, the shop switched to MachineMetrics. But

What is an Edge Device? Edge devices are pieces of equipment that serve to transmit data between the local network and the cloud. They are able to translate between the protocols, or languages, used

Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) is a methodology that has been around for many years. It is a straightforward system that measures a machine’s performance and productivity. By factoring in

Collecting data is great, but turning it into actionable insights is even better! Manufacturing smarter means leveraging technology to become more efficient to save your business money and time. Forbes said, "Automate manufacturing systems with an eye toward making data available, so you can more effectively address problem areas, whether it be speed, quality, waste or material losses." Our real-time analytics dashboards do just that, helping you use the data your are collecting immediately and effectively.

Recommended ReadHow To Effectively Manage Data With Your Smart Manufacturing Strategy To Drive ProfitabilitySource: http://www.forbes.com

Too often, when people talk about smart manufacturing, they talk about technology. But that’s not the critical issue. Smart manufacturing is about the business, not technology. The critical issue for the business is profitability and, in serving that primary goal, to continuously improve or even transform operations so you can remain profitable over the long run. Read More