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With our assets360 modular building blocks we have created the following application modules. In most cases these application modules can be used on their own to execute a business logic. They can also be combined with other application, infrastructure and connector modules.
Machine File
The Machine File provides an in-depth look into the machines and devices. With the Machine File module, it is possible to map your physical machine hierarchy to a digital representation. The Machine File can be connected to other modules to support and extend functionality such as condition monitoring, predictive maintenance and support.
The UI for the Machine File can be customized as per customer needs
Machine File
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Machine Tree
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- Map your physical machine and devices to a digital representation
- Hierarchical structure displaying the asset and child assets in a tree or flat structure
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- Greater visibility into the assets
- Easy to visualize the machine park
- Central source of all asset-related information
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Device Details
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- Create Parent or child machine/device/asset
- Create machine/device/asset information
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- Keep all asset information in one centralized location
- Maintain a centralized record of asset information such as manufacturer, customer, serial no etc.
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Service Logbook
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- Record, preserve and keep track of all changes to the asset
- Provides an audit trail for all changes made to the device.
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- Easily to access asset history for audits and and work history
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Import & Export Tool
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- Import and export of data from different sources with various file formats (csv, xml, xlsm, etc.) is supported.
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- Upload or download all assets in one click
Document Management
With the Document Management module, the user benefits from machine documentation that centralizes information in a paperless format and allows the documents to be uploaded and searched. Relevant information can be found easily with documents accessible anywhere and anytime. With stored documents available easily, issues can be resolved more quickly.
*Integration with Empolis Connector can enhance the Document Management module through a powerful integrated search feature. See Smart Document Finder Application or the Empolis Connector for more details.
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Document Manager
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- Attach files such as manuals, videos, online trainings, CAD designs, software images, vendor, warranty, and BOM
- Link documents to assets
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- Keep all documentation in one centralized location
- The document is linked to the corresponding asset for easy access
- Digitize your manuals, document catalogues and move away from paper format
Service Book (ticket management)
The Service Book (ticket management) module allows users to manage tickets and support requests more efficiently. The tickets are linked to assets and customers, providing the necessary information as well as documentation. Through the easy to use tool, the user can access a detailed description of the problem, view ticket status (open, currently in progress, finished), view the priority as well as assign the tickets to the relevant user or group*.
Through the request support feature, service calls can be requested by the customer and scheduled with a click of a button with the machine builder's service team.
The Service Book requires the Machine File module.
The Service Book can also be integrated with your CRM system. Please contact us at sales@logicline.de to learn more.
*assigning to users or groups requires the Item Assignment module.
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Service Book
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Tickets Managemnt
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- Obtain an overview and status of tickets (to do, in progress, done)
- Create and edit tickets
- Assign priorities (critical, severe, minor)
- Attach documents, images
- Sort and filter filters
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- Keep all tickets in one centralized location attached to the asset and customer
- Easily access done tickets if required
- Plan your assignments based on ticket status and priority
- Easily access all relevant information needed by quickly jumping to the asset
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Support Request
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- Forward tickets to your supplier
- Schedule an onsite (or online) visit
- Use the Calender to choose time and date
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- Easily schedule help from service experts with a click of a button
- Reduce time spent on phone and email providing information
- See status of requested support (scheduled, in progress, completed)
Service Milestones (Maintenance Management)
With the Service Milestone Module, maintenance schedules can be set up for any equipment and with just a few clicks. Create to-do lists and set rules to trigger repetitive work orders automatically.
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Service Milestones
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- View scheduled maintenance tasks by assets on a centralized calender
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- View scheduled work on a centralized digital manner- move away from whiteboards
- View all upcoming work related to an asset
KPI App
The KPI app provides an overview of KPIs such as availability and the performance of the plants. Important information regarding planned and actual quantities, production targets, productivity, and operating time can be viewed and analyzed. Real-time data is collected from the assets and key metrics are presented in a dashboard. The app uses Cumolocity as a backend and logicline assets360 infrastructure modules 'User Management', Edge Essential' and Mobile framework for the front-end.
The app uses a central IoT cloud as the backend to make the administration of the application as easy as possible for our customers. The Cumulocity IoT cloud platform eliminates the complexity of networking, infrastructure, and device management.
The calculations of the KPIs such as availability or throughput are implemented on the edge. With our Edge Essential module, only necessary data is stored in the cloud with aggregations and pre-calculations performed on the edge.
The KPI app provides the following functionalities:
- live machine information viewed on the app
- real-time monitoring of devices with data relating to the KPIs tracked and accumulated over time (day, week, month, year)
- Access to 2-3 KPIs such as:
- machine availability
- expected and actual output/production
The KPI App provides many advantages to the customer:
- Hybrid mobile app for flexible use by end customers
- Simple and uncomplicated handling
- An easy way for plant management to track and monitor performance
- Flexible and custom-fit architecture to implement individual customer requirements
- Scalable system can be adapted and expanded in the future
The KPI app can be customized depending on your needs and requirements.
Chatbot
Maintaining complex assets requires access to large amounts of information, manuals, and guidebooks. Service technicians and engineers at the customer may require tools to guide them through diagnosis and problem solving. The Chatbot guides users to solve problems faster through a decision tree. Based on the user's answers, the Chatbot can provide the most relevant information and guide the user to the correct document.
The Chatbot module provides the following advantages:
- Service technicians can improve their efficiency and speed up servicing times
- Quick access to relevant information guided by an intelligent chatbot
- Minimize human intervention and save man hours which can be utilized in more complex tasks
- Leverage the Chatbot to reduce support costs and volumes
The Chatbot leverages other modules such as 'Machine File, Knowledge Management, and Empolis Connector.
Spare Parts Shop
The Spare Parts Shop module can be connected to the Machine File module so that the customer can directly order spare parts within the digital twin. The Spare Parts Shop uses logicline assets360 modules 'Catalogue Service', 'Machine File' and 'User Management'. With this module, the ordering process of spare parts is optimized thereby reducing downtime and improving the service quality. All key spare and wear parts can be ordered conveniently and easily via the Internet at any time.
The end-customer can view important information needed for online ordering of spare parts.
- Home page
- User login
- Customers machines/devices
- articles page
- article no
- article picture(s)
- article description
- price
- discount
- option to select quantity
- article availability
- option to download documents (installation instructions, product factsheet, etc.)
- technical details about spare parts (category, description)
- Shopping basket
- Order page
- Request form
- Search results
The Spare Parts Shop can be customized as per the requirements and needs of our customers.
Catalogue Service
The Catalogue Service module provides the product cataloge including description and availability. The Catalogue Service can be enhanced from third-party sources such as SAP.
Analytics Hub
The Analytic Hub collects process data from the machine’s drive systems, configures the data and runs the analytics service initiating a modelling process. The data is stored in a data lake from where historical data can be conveniently accessed. The data is recorded and can be presented in the UI of the asset management solution.
The Analytics service uses the modules ‘Mash’, ‘UI’, ‘Connectivity Essential’, Edge Essential', ‘Integration Layer’, ‘Data Lake’ and ‘Model Builder’
An overview of the functions
- Processs drive data is obtained from the device and via the Edge stack sent to the integration layer or is first stored in the data lake
- The integration layer forwards the request to MASH; the MASH is a configuration tool to configure which data services from which devices should be analysed by which analytics service
- Data lake stores the data and provides historical data that matches the query to the analytics module
- This data is presented in an Osciloscope graph
- Manual or automatic tagging of data as ‘good’ or ‘bad’
Benefits
- IIoT connection and optimization of existing drives
- Recording of process data; data of rapidly changing measured values for e.g current and speed
- Meaningful data- labelling the entire data range as ‘good or bad’ allows the data to be meaningful
- Easy to use- configuration options are available on the user interface
- Easy traffic light view to quickly detect and collate anomolies
- Compare different time stamps to understand and detect changes in performance
- Usefully interpret the data in the machines through condition monitoring, analytics, anomaly detection and predictive maintenance
- The data lake can also be provided on-premise allowing for greater control over the data
Analytics Service provides users with process data to analyse and monitor. The analytics function can be used to detect anomalies based on categorization of performance.
Industrial Analytics
An out-of-the-box industrial analytics module is offered using Empolis Service Express Industrial Analytics. This smart solution allows you to accurately predict maintenance of machines, order the right parts in advance and save unnecessary costs thanks to intelligent data analysis.
With targeted data analysis, not only is wear and tear accurately predicted but also where the cause is located. This allows you to take targeted action before your machine fails. In addition to machine data, the entire process is intelligently evaluated to increase production performance. The findings of the analyses are also valuable for customer service- repair times and spare parts procurement can now be precisely planned.
The Industrial Analytics Network (IAN) is offered along with our Machine File, Service Book (ticket management) and Service Milestones modules.
Edge Apps
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The Edge Apps can also be made available through an app store from where they can be purchased and managed.
The Edge Apps can be used for machine related data such as:
- Values of physical measures: Temperatures, pressures, forces, duration times, etc.
- Productivity-related measures: Machine states, production quantities, etc.
- Quality-related measures
- Safety-related information: Operator action logs, etc.
Possible use cases of Edge Apps that are offered include:
- KPI collection and optimization
In this use case, process data (in contrast to machine or equipment data) of virtually any kind is collected and analyzed to improve processes, e.g. by reducing waiting times or by reducing machine retooling times.
An edge computing resource stores and processes process related data. The PLCs are connected to the edge computer which continuously forwards process data to the edge. The Edge App(s) are then used to process the collected data and integrate with the equipment by issuing commands or integrating with 3rd party systems and the cloud.
The customer can benefit from collecting and optimizing the relevant KPIs to increase process efficiency.
- Predictive Maintenance/OEE optimization
Predictive Maintenance on the edge describes the planning and execution of maintenance activities based on the observation of the asset’s condition, usually based on sensor data which reflects the equipment’s condition.
An edge computing resource stores and processes maintenance related data. The sensors connect to the edge computer which continuously monitors measurements which directly or indirectly indicate equipment wear out. The edge app in turn processes raw sensor data inputs and deduces the equipment's state and remaining lifetime. An interface can also be provided to integrate to existing maintenance management systems (possibly cloud) for information exchange, maintenance planning, work order triggering and reporting.
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Machine File
The Machine File provides an in-depth look into the machines and devices. With the Machine File module, it is possible to map your physical machine hierarchy to a digital representation. The Machine File can be connected to other modules to support and extend functionality such as condition monitoring, predictive maintenance and support.
The Machine File user interface can be customized as per customer needs
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Machine File | Machine Tree |
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Service Logbook |
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Import & Export Tool* |
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*requires some customization
Mobile Companion App
The Mobile Companion App module is an add-on to the Machine File module. It allows users to easily create and record assets with the help of a mobile phone.
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Mobile Companion App | Offline mode |
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QR and Bar code scanner |
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Photo capture and upload |
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Document Management
With the Document Management module, the user benefits from machine documentation that centralizes information in a paperless format and allows the documents to be uploaded and searched. Relevant information can be found easily with documents accessible anywhere and anytime. With stored documents available easily, issues can be resolved more quickly.
*Integration with the Smart Document Finder (powered by Empolis Connector) can enhance the Document Management module through a powerful integrated search feature. See Smart Document Finder Application or the Empolis Connector for more details.
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Smart Document Finder*
The Smart Document Finder allows documents associated with individual assets to be searched using keywords. The application enhances the Document Management application and requires Machine File, Document Management and Empolis Connector modules.**
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*Search feature integration is provided via third party platforms such as Empolis Service Express Cloud. Please visit our Connector Modules page for more information.
** We currently offer integration with Empolis Service Express Cloud via our Empolis Service Express Cloud Connector module. If you would like to integrate with any other third-party training service providers please contact us at sales@logicline.de.
Service Book (Ticket Management)
The Service Book module allows users to manage tickets and support requests more efficiently. The tickets are linked to assets and customers, providing the necessary asset information including documentation. Through the easy to use tool, the user can access a detailed description of the problem, view ticket status (open, currently in progress, finished), see the priority as well as assign the tickets to the relevant user or group*.
Through the Support Request feature, service calls can be requested by the customer and scheduled with a click of a button with the machine builder's service team.
The Service Book requires the Machine File module.
The Service Book can also be integrated with your CRM system such as Salesforce. Please contact us at sales@logicline.de to learn more.
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*assigning to users or groups requires the Item Assignment module.
Service Milestones
With the Service Milestone Module, service milestones can be set up for any equipment and with just a few clicks. Create to-do lists and set rules to trigger repetitive work orders automatically.
The Service Milestone module requires the Machine File module
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*requires the Maintenance Schedule module
Maintenance Schedule
With the Maintenance Schedule module, scheduled maintenance can be easily tracked in one place.
The Maintenance Schedule module requires the Machine File and Service Milestones modules.
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Live Data
The Live Data module provides the possibility to show live data of connected devices.
The Live Data module requires the Machine File and the Live Data Connector modules.
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*may require additional modules
Alerts
The Alert Module provide a way for the user to get notified when a certain event takes place (e.g temperature threshold is exceeded).
The Alerts Modules requires the Machine File, For alerts based on IoT data, Live Data Connector and the Live Data modules are also required.
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*may require additional modules
KPI App
The KPI app provides an overview of KPIs such as availability and the performance of the plants. Important information regarding planned and actual quantities, production targets, productivity, and operating time can be viewed and analyzed. Real-time data is collected from the assets and key metrics are presented in a dashboard. The app uses logicline assets360 infrastructure modules 'User Management', Edge Essential' and Mobile Framework for the front-end.
The KPI app can be customized depending on your needs and requirements.
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Spare Parts Shop
The Spare Parts Shop module can be connected to the Machine File module so that the customer can directly order spare parts within the digital twin. With this module, the ordering process of spare parts is optimized thereby reducing downtime and improving the service quality. All key spare and wear parts can be ordered conveniently and easily via the Internet at any time.
The Spare Parts Shop can also be connected to SAP and CPQ systems with our standard and custom connectors.
The Spare Parts Shop requires the Machine File module.
The Spare Parts Shop can be customized as per the requirements and needs of our customers.
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Spare Parts Shop | Catalogue Service* |
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Shopping Cart |
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Order history |
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*The information can vary depending on the data source.
App Store
The App Store allows machine builders/OEMs to provide various software applications (either own or third-party) to their customers that can be monetized.
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Analytics Hub
The Analytics Hub module leverages Big Data analytics functionalities within the assets360 ecosystem by bringing together your asset live data measurements with dedicated analytics services for interpreting and analyzing your data. The analytics results can then be visualized via dashboards so the user can get an easy insight on his asset data and the information behind this raw data.
The Analytics Hub module has dependencies with other modules such as Integration Layer, Data Lake and Live Data.
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Analytics Hub | MASH |
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Industrial Analytics
An out-of-the-box Industrial Analytics module is offered using Empolis Service Express Industrial Analytics. This smart solution allows you to accurately predict maintenance of machines, order the right parts in advance and save unnecessary costs thanks to intelligent data analysis.
With targeted data analysis, not only is wear and tear accurately predicted but also where the cause is located. This allows you to take targeted action before your machine fails. In addition to machine data, the entire process is intelligently evaluated to increase production performance. The findings of the analyses are also valuable for customer service- repair times and spare parts procurement can now be precisely planned.
For more information about the Empolis Service Express Industrial Analytics solution, please see our Solutions page.
The Industrial Analytics Network (IAN) is offered along with our Machine File, Service Book (ticket management) and Service Milestones modules.
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Remote Support*
Remote Support allows OEMs engineers to provide remote video assistance to end-customers. Tickets or description of the issues can be forwarded to the OEM and remote assistance can be scheduled easily through a click of a button. Picture, documents and time logged are attached to the ticket and made available after the call.
The Remote Supportrequires Machine File, Ticket Management and Oculavis Connector modules.**
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*Remote Support is provided via third party platforms such as Oculavis. Please visit our Connector Modules page for more information.
** We currently offer integration with Oculavis via our Oculavis Connector module. If you would like to integrate with any other third-party remote service provider please contact us at sales@logicline.de.
Virtual and Online Training*
A virtual or online training academy can help machine builders provide tools for operators to benefit from online training, For example, virtual training can mimic real-life shop-floor environments providing a close to real-life experience.
Training can be offered, scheduled and managed by machine builders using our (Virtual and online) Training module.
This module requires the TriCAT Connector module,**
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*Virtual or online training is provided via third party platforms such as TriCAT. Please visit our Connector Modules page for more information.
** We currently offer integration with TriCAT via our TriCAT Connector module. If you would like to integrate with any other third-party training service providers please contact us at sales@logicline.de.
Chatbot
Maintaining complex assets requires access to large amounts of information, manuals, and guidebooks. Service technicians and engineers at the customer may require tools to guide them through diagnosis and problem-solving. The Chatbot guides users to solve problems faster through a decision tree. Based on the user's answers, the Chatbot can provide the most relevant information and guide the user to the correct document.*
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*Creation of custom decision trees required.