The growth of data, connectivity and therefore the possibilities surrounding the Internet of Things (IoT) can no longer be stopped. Manufacturers want to produce better and faster with more efficiency and less downtime. How do you respond to this as a machine builder? Frank van Empelen from Prodek highlights a practical case together with Rick van den Berg from the shipping company Cornelis Vrolijk. This company is active, among other things, in herring fishing in the North Sea. You will hear how IoT helps to bring the herring from the ship to the shelf.
Collecting data seems to be the goal for many, but then it only begins. The possibilities of EDGE computing are great, as is the use of Open Source Software in the Cloud. New business models arise and with them new opportunities. Using a practical example of “digital manufacturing”, Prodek shows that it is possible, also for you!
The digital transformation of mechanical engineering
The mechanical engineering market is in full swing. To stay ahead of competitors, you need to look beyond traditional strategies. The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) offers unprecedented possibilities. Predictive maintenance and remote tracking, monitoring and repair of machines is no longer a dream, but a reality. Digital innovations, software and sensors in the cloud and practical applications such as Augmented Reality and Mixed Reality make the daily lives of both engineers and operators considerably easier. Mark Asselbergs by Schneider Electric gives you insight into the possibilities of these digital innovations.
New technologies require machines that continuously adapt to the business environment. Machines of the future are smarter, safer and more sustainable. They are better connected, more flexible and efficient. Schneider Electric is present in the knowledge market to help you design, build and deliver smart machines faster and ensures that you are also ready for the future.
Also Xavier Werbrouck from GPO Solutions confirms that many companies have started the journey we call 'digital transformation'. Linking product data, products and processes adds a new dimension to today's business. And these techniques can also generate business growth in new markets.
What does this mean and how do you approach this, where do you start? In his presentation, Werbrouck would like to take you through the strategy definition and approach behind creating your own Digital Transformation Journey to find an answer to issues such as: What are the developments in the field of automation? What are applications for Augmented Reality? What does Industry 4.0 mean for the manufacturing industry? And how do you, as an entrepreneur, translate the opportunities or threats that Industrial IoT offers?
Secure remote access and data from your machines
René van der Meer gives on behalf of 4S Industry a practical lecture with attention to how all these digital innovations are actually technically possible. He delves deeper into remote access, with great attention to cybersecurity. How can you upgrade and safely extract data from your machines? What does this actually look like and is it useful for your customers? Van der Meer will also highlight the link to the cloud (with attention to platforms and protocols such as Node-RED, MQTT, OPC-UA, S7, Modbus TCP, etc. on, for example, Azure, IBM and Amazon.
Data unlocking is the buzzword that has been around for some time as the next step to further increase the productivity of our machines. What data must be available, why that data and what do you do with it? Luuk van Beurden of Koning & Hartman explains that there are different types of data that can be extracted from a machine. What do you use the data for? Is it for a production machine, for virtual reality or, for example, for predictive maintenance?
In his presentation he describes that the greatest effectiveness of data exchange can be achieved by using the possibilities available to penetrate into the sensors and actuators, using IO-link. Better analysis of the live status and performance of the sensors, faster machine switching, shorter maintenance downtime, less downtime through predictive maintenance. It is striking that despite all these advantages, the acceptance and application of IO-link seems to be happening less quickly than you would expect.
Insight into your installation through energy data
What steps should you take to gain more insight into your installation through energy data? By getting more out of your energy data, you can not only save energy, but also extend the lifespan of your installation. Diederick Nab from WAGO explain this in a step-by-step plan. How do you get the data from your installation (including existing installations) and insight?
Inform yourself about the latest technological possibilities and visit the above lectures at the Machine Construction event 2019. As a machine builder, industrial end user or system integrator, you can register free of charge for a visit.
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