Seamless networking is a must in the workshop
Summary of the four Industrial Revolutions
1 Introduction of mechanical production plant
2 Mass production with electrical systems based on the division of labour
3 Automated production with electronics and IT
4 “Internet of Things” and “cyber-physical systems”
Many names, one trend: Industry 4.0, smart factory or Internet of Things – the future holds increased networking and challenges for the machining world: high quality and process documentation must not only be ensured for large quantities, but also for batch size 1. Access to all tool data, machinery and software system cooperation are becoming increasingly important to ensure reliable processes, despite growing time, cost and quality pressure. Parts must leave the production line faster and with increasing quality – and yet economic aspects must not be neglected. This demands more flexibility of machines, tools and technologies. And we need networking, Industry 4.0 in the workshop to do it.
Presetting, measuring, inspecting and managing tools with ZOLLER
ZOLLER solution integrated in the production process
ZOLLER is a key architect of networking. Increasing product diversity calls for many different tools and frequent tool changes. The major variable in the production process though is what comes between machine spindle and workpiece: the tool. ZOLLER’s path-breaking tool presetting and measuring machines and TMS Tool Management Solutions offer cost-effective answers to efficient tool management which can keep pace with the challenges of the future. ZOLLER presetting and measuring devices are not standalone solutions, but can be integrated into existing production processes. Existing data structures can be adopted, data previously captured recycled, and missing data can be downloaded from the cloud. All current third-part systems from ERP and CAM to control cabinet and lift systems and machinery can be integrated. Worldwide there are many machine manufacturers in which different control systems are used. ZOLLER can already supply secure manufacturer-neutral tool data transfer from presetting device to machine: via label, RFID chip, post-processor or higher level production control systems. All ZOLLER solutions are linked to one another via the central tool database z.One, which means that they can be extended, modified and upgraded at any time. ZOLLER is already equipped today to satisfy growing demands in terms of process reliability, documentation and traceability.
Linked to all production stations: ZOLLER measuring machines and TMS Tool Management Solutions
E. Zoller GmbH & Co. KG, Einstell- und Messgeräte
Gottlieb-Daimler-Straße 19
74385 Pleidelsheim
+49 7144 8970-0
post@zoller.info
