inject 4.0 Solutions for the smart factory

inject 4.0 Solutions for the smart factory

Maximising production potential with ENGEL inject 4.0 For ENGEL, the primary objective has always been continuously improving the benefit to our customer. From the complete integration of peripherals to customised automation concepts and the launch of the CC300 generation of control unit, the optimised production cell has been the heart of our development activity. Now it is time for us to carry that development forward. Even as the challenges of the future grow ever more complex, however, the solutions must remain simple. This is exactly where inject 4.0 comes into play, enabling us to guide our customers towards networked, self-optimising injection moulding production. In three coordinated areas, we offer technology and infrastructure that can be used to establish an intelligent machine park and unlock the full potential of your production operation: smart machine raising process stability and quality through self-regulating systems smart service maximising availability with intelligent monitoring and remote maintenance tools smart production ensuring high productivity through an MES specially tailored for injection moulding firms 2

More stability, higher quality, smart machine smart machine stands for self-regulating ENGEL machines and robots that can identify the smallest deviations in production conditions. Intelligent assistance systems can determine, recommend and automatically set the ideal production parameters, as production operations continue. As a result, machine operators can expect maximum support, even in highly complex production processes. smart machine solutions from ENGEL enable you to utilise the full potential of your machine at all times. You benefit from reproducible quality and significantly fewer rejects while reducing energy consumption. Our smart machine solution enables you to: utilise the maximum potential of a machine thanks to active and passive assistance systems support operators in processes that are becoming increasingly complex save time setting the ideal production parameters, for example when starting up the machine or changing materials achieve greater process stability by automatically compensating for fluctuations in ambient and production conditions extend the service life and enhance energy efficiency thanks to optimum machine settings reproducibility, even in sensitive applications 4 5

More support, improved availability, smart service smart service solutions are aimed at minimising planned, and especially unplanned, maintenance. Our predictive maintenance systems reliably identify wear and estimate the remaining service life of system components through continuous evaluation of machine data. This enables you systematically to predict previously unforeseeable breakdowns, account for these in your maintenance planning and thereby maximise the availability of your machinery. If an unplanned downtime should still occur, fast and straightforward assistance is critical and we provide it around the world and around the clock. Thanks to e-connect.24 remote online maintenance, our skilled service team can resolve many problems in a few clicks. Wherever you are, our world-wide service network is there for you, quickly restoring your systems to full working order. Our smart service solution means: determining the remaining service life of system components fewer unexpected downtimes and an improved ability to plan maintenance work for maximum system availability shorter downtimes and faster troubleshooting through online support maximum protection and ideal support at all times 6 7

Enhanced networking, greater productivity, smart production ENGEL s smart production solutions link various elements of the production process and create transparency throughout the overall system so that you can utilise resources with maximum effectiveness while raising productivity. Specially developed for injection moulding firms, the T.I.G. MES authentig clearly maps and controls your networked machinery. This allows you to maintain an overview of current production operations and improve capacity utilisation. Our smart production solution romises: greater transparency in production by networking your machinery and several sites improved capacity utilisation and more efficient machinery through optimised capacity planning documented quality and traceability for your products an integrated communication concept, even for third-party products such as peripherals 8 9

Our contribution to your smart factory inject 4.0 inject 4.0 combines the advantages of the smart machine, smart production and smart service to create a solid foundation for smart production. Thanks to horizontal and vertical data integration, every component of inject 4.0 can contribute to your smart factory. We ensure seamless exchanges and the availability of relevant data across the entire value chain through horizontal data integration. You benefit from plug-and-produce production systems that can easily be integrated into other ENGEL systems and peripheral devices, guaranteeing maximum flexibility. At the same time, vertical integration allows continuous communication from the individual sensor, any peripherals and the machine with the MES system and even the ERP system. The result is maximum transparency throughout the production process and an unprecedented database on which to base analysis and decision-making. With inject 4.0 we have set ourselves the goal of advancing cross-system communication to enable you to utilise the full potential of your production operation. 10 11

Practical solutions inject 4.0 smart machine increasing process stability smart service increasing availability ENGEL s inject 4.0 solutions bring the smart factory within reach of the plastics industry and make it a practical reality. For many years, a series of intelligent solutions and products has been keeping our customers competitive and flexible, and providing them with a critical advantage. You invariably benefit from inject 4.0, regardless of whether you are utilising a single product or the full portfolio. iq flow control constant temperature control processes under any conditions iq weight control intelligently compensating for process fluctuations iq clamp control intelligently optimising clamping force iq vibration control optimising positioning speed e-connect the online portal for ENGEL services e-connect.24 speedy remote maintenance around the clock e-connect.monitor monitoring process-critical components smart production raising productivity authentig the intelligent MES for injection moulding businesses 12 13

Moulding the future inject 4.0 We are in the middle of the digital transformation of our industry. This presents numerous challenges but also vast potential. In areas such as data security, the widespread combination of technologies with associated business processes is presenting us with important responsibilities. In all of its solutions, ENGEL applies the latest safety standards and implements uniform, secure and service-oriented communication interfaces such as OPC UA so you can rely on smooth, secure operations. Digital technologies enable innovative business models and present numerous opportunities, but also demand new ways of thinking for ENGEL too. As Industry 4.0 users ourselves, we know what is required; we understand the challenges in practical situations and apply our experience to the solutions we produce. With inject 4.0, however, we are not only improving our products but also helping you secure and build on your own success. Process stability, productivity and availability together with maximum data security and flexibility remain the guiding principles of inject 4.0. ENGEL is a solid and reliable partner helping you pave the way towards your smart factory. 15

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