Sensor-based machine monitoring

Sensor-based machine monitoring

Plant and machine conditions can be monitored via sensors and analysed with the help of appropriate software. Continuous data acquisition and its intelligent evaluation enables plant operators to carry out maintenance and servicing work at the optimal time. The real-time recording of operating parameters, such as energy consumption, raw material use, residual material accumulation, etc., also makes it possible to achieve the most trouble-free production process possible with the least possible use of resources.

Sensor-based machine monitoring
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Prerequisites for use:

  • Willingness to introduce new systems and software
  • Implementation of new security concepts (IT security, data protection)
  • Development of new organisational models in the company
  • Education and training of employees

Best practices/applications/signals:

Regional experts:

  • Max Kölking IWARU at Münster University of Applied Sciences; profile