The Production of Repeatability - Automation playback capturing production events autonomously. When faults in automation result in events that cause downtime, finding the root cause of the fault quickly and verifying the finding is critical to restoring confidence in process stability. The convergence of data, video, program structure, and ladder logic in playback is increasingly becoming the norm. All playback is time synced and event-triggered to allow local and remote team members to diagnose issues quickly and accurately without interrupting production nor requiring operator presence during faults. When paired with simulated performance in the commissioning state, data playback over open protocols such as EtherCAT® gives downstream users the ability to realize continuous improvement without compromising machine performance metrics. The Production of System Efficiency – OPC UA®™ built-in servers feeding holistic process data to central locations. OPC UA®™ server functionality, which is now a standard feature on many controllers, enables open communication with field devices. This ensures that the SCADA software can meet its communication requirements, as the embedded OPC UA®™ server allows for simultaneous connections from multiple clients.
By opting for OPC UA™, users of downstream machines can promptly utilize the security benefits offered by OPC UA®™ to prevent unauthorized client access. As OPC UA®™ server functionality becomes increasingly prevalent, OEMs can establish stronger connections with users. This enables them to offer more comprehensive support for existing equipment and gain valuable insights into potential future equipment opportunities within their install base. Downstream user satisfaction of OEMs’ motion control is rooted in the ability for the motion to meet key production metrics today without hindering the operational success of tomorrow. To enhance the competitiveness of their equipment, OEMs must prioritize robust designs, instill confidence during commissioning, and enable efficient troubleshooting. This is particularly important as industry standards demand higher levels of compliance. By focusing on these aspects, manufacturers can expand the range of competitive features offered by their equipment, ultimately increasing their market share. All-in-one automation platforms use globally open industrial protocols, such as EtherCAT®, to create simple architectures through the design phase, create multiple simulations in a single
design environment during the commissioning phase, and create flexible data aggregation for future scaling during production. Conclusion As we anticipate future challenges in the food and beverage industry, certain standards will emerge. These include the need for efficient and inclusive networks, rapid development of new equipment with robustness, and non-intrusive yet holistic data aggregation. The encouraging news is that the technology required to address these challenges is already available. OEMs can leverage this technology today to fortify their sustainable competitive advantage for the future. To this end, Omron Automation and Safety has EtherCAT® compatible equipment available for automation and control designs to ensure successful industrial operation.
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