A data-acquisition engine integrates channels including RFID, barcode equipment, PLCs, sensors, industrial PCs (IPCs) and PCs across the factory floor, collecting large volumes of shop-floor data in real time, accurately and comprehensively.
It provides an extensible data-acquisition foundation for the factory production-management system.
RFID, barcode and mobile-computing technologies create a closed-loop barcode system spanning raw-material supply, warehousing, production, sales and logistics.
Product traceability covers people, machines, materials, tooling and fixtures.
Work in progress (WIP) is monitored in real time, with early warnings.
Just-in-time (JIT) inventory and Kanban management are supported.
Statistical process control (SPC) supports real-time, comprehensive and accurate performance and quality analysis.
Development uses Microsoft .NET, mainstream databases including Oracle and SQL Server, and a client/server (C/S) architecture for installation and upgrades.
System diagrams and screens
Figure 1: MES Manufacturing ExecutionFigure 2: MES Manufacturing Execution
