Constant process control ensures high production reliability
During the production process, all key product-related technical data from the respective component is recorded on the LifeCycleLogger 4.0 as a final step and transmitted to the machine control unit when connected to the system. This includes: size, specific volumes or pressures, test bench results regarding efficiency, and other performance data. There is no need for manual selection or input processes, which removes the potential for error. For example, once a gear pump is in use, LifeCycleLogger 4.0 provides further operating data to the system control via integrated temperature and acceleration sensors. The plant operator can access all key data at all times, respond immediately in case of any irregularities, and thus guarantee high production and process reliability.
Benefits for predictive maintenance
The entire history of the operating and performance data is stored directly on LifeCycleLogger 4.0 as well as on a storage device in the DOPAG plant control system. Operators or DOPAG service staff therefore have a complete overview of the relevant machine status and previous events. All data is regularly transmitted to an analysis and monitoring platform via the integrated cloud concept. Data storage offers significant benefits, especially with regard to predictive maintenance. By comparing the data, potential critical wear or extraordinary disruptions can be identified at an early stage and unplanned machine downtime can thus be prevented. By comparing the actual data with the established target data, individual maintenance intervals can be defined and the entire life cycle can be optimised.
The first LifeCycleLogger 4.0 are already successfully in operation
The high-performance gear metering pump that recently went into series production, primarily used for the metering of glass-fibre-filled, paste-like adhesives, features LifeCycleLogger 4.0 as standard. In combination with the appropriately equipped plant control system, data is recorded during ongoing production processes. The new technology will also be added to other metering components and systems in the future.
About DOPAG
We are one of the world’s most experienced manufacturers of high-quality metering technology. Wherever adhesives, resins, silicones or lubricants are metered and applied in industrial production, we offer reliable, precise solutions. We provide systems and components for highly automated production processes, including for the automotive, wind, household appliances and electrical industries, as well as for aviation and space travel.
DOPAG is part of the HILGER & KERN GROUP, a reliable supplier, and development and service partner to industrial companies in a variety of market segments for more than 90 years. The group employs around 350 people and has subsidiaries and distributors in more than 40 countries.
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