Solution to improve machine utilisation

miView is a claimed unique, out-of-the-box solution specifically designed for machine tools, providing extensive connectivity to current and future equipment that can help users begin to collect information right away. It is a web-based application that allows the information to be accessed freely anywhere on the network, without per-user licensing, and provides comprehensive data collection from GE Fanuc, Fanuc, Siemens and the other third-party CNCs integrated into new and existing machine tools. miView is specifically designed for the unique data and user requirements of machine tools and is expandable and supportable for long-term viability. Manufacturers typically increase production capacity by duplicating existing machines that are only being utilised to 30-40%. miView collects information on spindle utilisation for every part produced on each machine, capturing how much of the cycle time the equipment is actually in cutting mode. This provides insight into the efficiency of CAM system post-processors, identifying potential optimisation. It uncovers discrepancies between different machines producing the same part - information that may be useful when considering shop loading or future machine purchases. Variations by machine or by shift can also be evaluated for best practices or for process improvement. And it provides information to evaluate the profitability of each job for each customer. GE Fanuc's years of experience collecting data from machine tools shows that customers may be able to improve spindle utilisation by 10% or more through relatively low cost investments, if you use the data to identify common problems and then take action. In addition, miView can assist maintenance teams with real-time machine status and escalating alerts to ensure faster response to equipment downtime. The top 10 problems of a machine or group of machines can be identified and permanent corrective actions can be implemented. Historical information and analysis empowers maintenance personnel with the information to create effective preventative maintenance programs to minimize unplanned downtime, especially on critical assets.