How it connects
Sepasoft Connect supports automatic, manual, and hybrid data collection. IT infrastructure and budget-permitting, the best practice is to automate where possible, with the option to collect other valuable details manually. With the flexibility to collect data automatically, manually, or through a hybrid process, Sepasoft Connect fits into any infrastructure.
Why Automatic
Data Collection?
Keep the Focus on Production Goals
Because the primary focus on the plant floor is to keep production running smoothly, operators have limited time to maintain manual details of production loss. Reduce manual input by capturing equipment data automatically, freeing up operators to focus on their top-priority task of meeting production goals.
Real-Time Results
Real-time visual feedback enables the plant floor to respond to production issues as they happen. Set your organization up for future growth and continuous improvement by eliminating hard copies, spreadsheets, and other inefficient methods of tracking OEE.
Make Data-Driven Decisions
Empower management to make data-driven decisions with reliable, accurate OEE data. Reduce manual input and minimize error by capturing equipment data automatically.
HOW TO CONNECT
Connect via Edge-of-Network / IIoT Devices
Automatically pass data from plant floor sensors up to the Sepasoft Connect platform using various supported Edge-of-Network / IIoT Devices. No PLCs necessary!
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- Secure: Report-by-exception communications do not require vulnerable open ports.
- No Data Gaps: Store-and-forward capability ensures no gaps in data during WAN outages.
- Efficient: Optimize network communications and utilize less bandwidth with report-by-exception communications.
Connect to PLCs
Connect up to 100 PLCs to the Sepasoft Connect platform and automatically pass up production data using Inductive Automation’s Ignition software or other MQTT client.
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- IIoT-Friendly: Connect to PLCs that don’t natively support IIoT protocols or communications.
- Secure: Report-by-exception communications do not require vulnerable open ports.
- No Data Gaps: Store-and-forward capability ensures no gaps in data during WAN outages.
- Efficient: Optimize network communications and utilize less bandwidth with report-by-exception communications.
Connect to other Sources of Data
If production data is already stored in a database or CSV file, connect to the Sepasoft Connect platform via RESTful API.
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- Adaptable: Utilize existing data collection structures that are already in place.
- Simple: Sepasoft Connect’s simple API allows users to pass through historical or real-time production data.
Manual Data Collection
In scenarios where automatic data collection isn’t possible, manual data entry is always an option
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- Minimal Setup: Simpy enter production data into your Sepasoft Connect account to quickly recognize results.
- Flexible: Collect valuable data manually or through a hybrid process to ensure all relevant OEE information is captured.
TECHNICAL NOTES
OEE Data Required for Automatic Data Collection:
Minimum and recommended OEE data for collection.
Minimum Data Points:
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Infeed or Outfeed Count
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Equipment Running Signal (Running / Not Running)
Recommended Data Points:
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Equipment Mode
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Equipment State
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Infeed, Outfeed, and Reject Count
Supported Edge-of-Network / IIoT Devices:
| Manufacturer | Device | Compatible with: |
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| Opto 22 | Groov Epic Edge Programmable Industrial Controller | MQTT RESTful API Ignition Ignition Edge |
| Opto 22 | Groov Rio Edge I/O for the IIoT | MQTT RESTful API |
Supported Internet Protocols:
MQTT
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- MQTT is a proven data-transfer protocol that is secure, bi-directional, and efficient. MQTT is known for consuming minimal network bandwidth for connection with limitless remote devices, as well as store-and-forward capability to prevent gaps in data during WAN outages.
RESTful API
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- An application programming interface that conforms to the constraints of REST architectural style and allows for interaction with RESTful web services using XML or JSON data formats.
DRIVE CONTINUOUS MANUFACTURING IMPROVEMENT WITH REAL-TIME PERFORMANCE TRACKING
Sepasoft Connect makes tracking equipment effectiveness and managing overall operation performance easier. With simple installation, seamless integration, robust features, and unlimited licensing, Sepasoft Connect is the most convenient, effective OEE for any size operation!