New developments in software simplify the production process. Software is a tool that future-proofs assembly by detecting errors at the source. By error-proofing production, you’ll see an improvement in product quality and productivity. Our industrial software solutions are also catering to specific customer needs with scalability and customization options to best fit your needs.
But who is behind these industrial software solutions, and how do they streamline the assembly process? Read on to learn about some of the software solutions offered by Atlas Copco and the team that develops them, along with what they can provide for you and your assembly.
Behind the scenes
Atlas Copco has a dedicated team of experts that bring our software to life. This team, made up of Software Developers and Software Engineers, works together to create software solutions that benefit organizations in more ways than one. When they put their mind to it, just about anything can be accomplished. When a need for a customer-specific protocol adapter or custom software is identified, the team gets working on the project, identifying the tasks that they need to complete before they begin developing and testing the software.
Smart connected assembly
Using software during assembly has several benefits. One of the main benefits is data collection. By collecting data, software can assist operators by alerting them to patterns and inconsistencies in tightening. This means operators can detect errors, reduce the occurrence of errors that may arise, and ensure that all product is of the best quality. By getting it right the first time, there will be a reduction in scrappage and rework costs, which will increase productivity. Scalable Quality Solution (SQS), one of Atlas Copco’s several software solutions, is an error-proofing software that detects errors at the source. SQS also offers scalability. Whether you need to error-proof a single station or an entire shop floor, SQS is ready to work for you.
Customization options are another important factor when it comes to industrial software solutions. Being able to customize the information displayed on your screen means that you can focus on what’s most important to you and your production process. FlexHMI, a software solution made to be paired with Atlas Copco’s PF6 Flex, PF6000, and PM4000, controllers, allows exactly that. Introduce Industry 4.0 solutions to your assembly with FlexHMI, which allows operators to create custom screens that are specific to the application. FlexHMI also provides the ability to display and send information for up to six Virtual Stations including:
- Process data (torque/angle, identifier, program, etc.)
- Tightening status indicators
- Program selection
- Soft PLC I/O (buttons, indicators)
- Display pictures of the part
These features provide transparency and improved quality by tracking what’s happening in real-time and offering that information to operators.
To sum it up
Make the production process smarter with industrial software solutions that best fit your needs. Software solutions offered by Atlas Copco provide improved productivity, product quality, and lower the cost of scrap and rework. Data collection, a main pillar of Atlas Copco's smart connected assembly concept, can detect errors at their source and alert operators to inconsistencies. Software that is scalable and customizable will work seamlessly with your specific applications.
Interested in learning more about the software solutions provided by Atlas Copco? Contact us today for more information!