Legacy machine interfaces can be problematic since they only provide a defined and finite amount of data, in addition to the the already complex conversions and unpredicted shifts in the data itself. Minimum development cost is required when integrating to CFX because of the IPC CFX SDK that is currently available.ĭeciphering data from the many different machine types and vendors, either extracted directly from the machines themselves or using middleware, is an issue for all solution providers such as ERP, MES, MOM & others. Machines can easily interface with processes developed by internal development teams.
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In addition to commercial machines, CFX can support other processes such as, custom functional testers, manual assembly, inspection, test operations and transactional operations. Machine options will appear in the form of added value digital Industry 4.0 solutions for higher mix optimization, active quality management, enhanced flexibility, faster new product introduction, and more. CFX makes all information available to each machine, enabling unprecedented levels of optimization.
Instead of people saying, “if only I had known”, for instance when materials are received with unexpected supply forms and rotations, or when unplanned maintenance impedes the line, or an unforeseen change-over occurs resulting in significant setups of materials and inefficient machine programs, etc. For the first time ever each machine process is now “digitally visible” including the changing of factory work assignments, the status and condition of the line, both up and downstream, the availability and allocation of materials, the digital product model, resource availabilities, etc. Additionally, through the same CFX interface, vendors are able to gather data from all other production machines and stations, including factory level information. With just a single CFX interface, machine vendors are able to delight all customers by eliminating the need for the support of multiple customer-dependent data outputs. CFX-based Industry 4.0 solutions will be available from machine vendors, solution providers, and even in-house development teams will be able to simply augment solutions.
CFX is uniquely designed to easily connect and communicate across machines on the shop-floor, without the need for licensing or middleware. The CFX Industrial IoT standard is a major transformation for what can be accomplished, it is not simply a faster running horse, or a buggy with more wheels, this is a true revolution.Īll three major elements of a “plug and play” IoT communication solution the protocol, which is the secure connection (AMQP v1.0), the encoding method, which is how the data is represented in messages (JSON), and also the message content definition are all bench marked in the IPC Connected Factory Exchange (CFX). Automobiles can travel longer, faster and carry more weight than horses and buggies, and as a result, expectations have changed. Many IoT solutions are developed to support specific business requirements, regardless of objective, magnitude or budget they will utilize the same IoT foundation. IoT solutions are based on the same premise. But the one thing we all expect our cars to do is operate properly while sharing the same roadway. There are many different styles and options available in vehicles to meet peoples varying demands. Today everyone has different wants and needs when choosing a vehicle. If we compared Industrial IoT to a transportation infrastructure, it would be similar t0 when paths and dirt-roads were replaced with paved roads and highways, facilitating the advancement of high-performance vehicles. This standard now enables everyone in the industry to get involved, examine their processes or products and to fully benefit from the new IPC CFX-fueled Industrial IoT environment. The catalyst for the now long-awaited Industry 4.0 revolution is the introduction of the IPC CFX (Connected Factory Exchange) standard for IIoT.
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