Smart factories are now a real possibility. Many innovations have been realized over the years, but perhaps none as interesting and valuable as Industry 4.0. The ability to achieve complete connectivity—along with the need to stay in touch—has driven innovation to a point that now allows nearly all equipment to speak to each other. This allows equipment suppliers to help molders:
- Reduce downtime during troubleshooting
- Increase productivity
- Increase part quality
- Monitor machines remotely and tune machine parameters (service values) to keep equipment running until service arrives with parts
In this presentation, Wittmann will review the integration of all injection molding components using 4.0 connectivity. This includes a complete automation system along with all the peripherals—and the connection of these cells to a manufacturing execution system (MES).
Agenda:
- Requirements
- Production challenges
- Safety solutions
- Advantages
- Available support
