Wintriss’ hardware “Tracker” device for its ShopFloorConnect Production Tracking Software automatically collects important data without requiring job information or a downtime reason to be manually entered by the operator. For example, a manufacturer installed Trackers on four air compressors using the run/idle digital inputs to get a signal when each compressor is running, and an analog input connected to a pressure transducer to measure air pressure. The duty cycle and pressure information provided by the Trackers through ShopFloorConnect supply the user with the data needed for modifying air use to balance the load on the four compressors. The Tracker is WiFi-enabled and pre-programmed to be integrated into existing and new ShopFloorConnect installations on virtually any type of machine. Tracker digital inputs such as run/idle and counting can be displayed in ShopFloorConnect software.
