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An effective and efficient manufacturing facility relies on accurate, automated control of all processes and equipment. A shop’s floor contains many components requiring careful analysis, configuration and deployment for successful production, from analog transmitters and proximity switches to motor control centers and power supplies. To ensure the highest levels of productivity and product quality, plants must implement a modern shop floor control system that communicates with all these components across each manufacturing line.

 

Shop Floor Control Tools to Modernize Your Facility

The team at Malisko understands that all plant manufacturing components must work together seamlessly to achieve these goals. We’ll work with you to learn about your existing processes and develop a strategy tailored to your operation’s unique goals and objectives.

Our vast experience in developing shop floor control solutions enables us to offer services for the most critical elements of your operation, including:

  • Electrical power distribution with monitoring, including main and sub switchgear.
  • Electrical and control panel design, including lighting and utility.
  • Instrumentation specifications.
  • Controllers, such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and distributed control systems (DCSs), for processes, utilities and building services.
  • Motor control centers (MCCs) and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
  • Inline analytical equipment.
  • Machine controllers.
  • Human-machine interfaces (HMIs), including standalone and distributed.
  • Communication networks for controllers, I/O and special-purpose devices.
  • Wiring and cabling, including secure remote telemetry (wireless).
  • Process and operational data collection, storage and reporting.
  • Web-based SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition).
  • Secure remote system monitoring for troubleshooting and technical support.

As part of our shop floor control offerings, Malisko offers integration services for hardware, software and other equipment to deliver an efficient and cost-effective solution.

Benefits of Shop Floor Control Software

An effective production and shop floor control software solution is one of the most critical aspects of improving your shop’s efficiency. This software lets you connect all your automated equipment and components from your plant’s operations to streamline production and enable successful manufacturing. Implementing high-quality software allows you to control all your most critical manufacturing elements in real-time.

Integrating a software solution tailored to your company’s unique operation enables you to enjoy benefits like:

  • Reducing manufacturing costs.
  • Improving product quality.
  • Ensuring production consistency and minimizing errors.
  • Integrating with existing production software.

An effective and efficient manufacturing facility relies on accurate, automated control of all processes and equipment. A shop’s floor contains many components requiring careful analysis, configuration and deployment for successful production, from analog transmitters and proximity switches to motor control centers and power supplies. To ensure the highest levels of productivity and product quality, plants must implement a modern shop floor control system that communicates with all these components across each manufacturing line.

 

Shop Floor Control Tools to Modernize Your Facility

The team at Malisko understands that all plant manufacturing components must work together seamlessly to achieve these goals. We’ll work with you to learn about your existing processes and develop a strategy tailored to your operation’s unique goals and objectives.

Our vast experience in developing shop floor control solutions enables us to offer services for the most critical elements of your operation, including:

  • Electrical power distribution with monitoring, including main and sub switchgear.
  • Electrical and control panel design, including lighting and utility.
  • Instrumentation specifications.
  • Controllers, such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and distributed control systems (DCSs), for processes, utilities and building services.
  • Motor control centers (MCCs) and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
  • Inline analytical equipment.
  • Machine controllers.
  • Human-machine interfaces (HMIs), including standalone and distributed.
  • Communication networks for controllers, I/O and special-purpose devices.
  • Wiring and cabling, including secure remote telemetry (wireless).
  • Process and operational data collection, storage and reporting.
  • Web-based SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition).
  • Secure remote system monitoring for troubleshooting and technical support.

As part of our shop floor control offerings, Malisko offers integration services for hardware, software and other equipment to deliver an efficient and cost-effective solution.

Benefits of Shop Floor Control Software

An effective production and shop floor control software solution is one of the most critical aspects of improving your shop’s efficiency. This software lets you connect all your automated equipment and components from your plant’s operations to streamline production and enable successful manufacturing. Implementing high-quality software allows you to control all your most critical manufacturing elements in real-time.

Integrating a software solution tailored to your company’s unique operation enables you to enjoy benefits like:

  • Reducing manufacturing costs.
  • Improving product quality.
  • Ensuring production consistency and minimizing errors.
  • Integrating with existing production software.

Specifying Motor Control for Industrial Control Systems

Learn how to specify motor control for industrial systems to ensure efficient, reliable, and safe operations. This blog covers key motor control solutions, including Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), across-the-line starters, and smart Ethernet-connected combos. Discover the differences between Motor Control Panels (MCP) and Motor Control Centers (MCC), and understand the factors to consider when making informed decisions for your process industries.

What Is SCADA?: SCADA Systems Explained

Knowing the meaning of SCADA is especially important in modern manufacturing, where control systems have sprawled across facilities, driving the need for more advanced networks and computing solutions.

SCADA vs. HMI

This blog focuses on SCADA as a widely distributed system across facilities and remote sites, while HMI is the visualization component of SCADA. Additionally, we will explore how modern SCADA systems employ organizational concepts from ISA-101 High Performance HMI to enhance functionality and user experience.

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Malisko's DCS Migration Services

Malisko offers tailored DCS migration services to ensure your plant receives an upgrade that is most suitable for its operations. Our DCS migration strategy includes:

Risk assessment

 Identifying and evaluating potential risks associated with the migration to ensure minimal disruption.

Phased migration planning

Developing a step-by-step plan to transition systems in manageable phases, reducing downtime and operational impact.

System migration requirement assessment

Analyzing current systems and identifying requirements for the new DCS to meet operational needs.

Seamless integration and replacement processes

Ensuring smooth integration of the new DCS with existing systems and processes.

Customized migration strategies

Tailoring migration plans to fit the specific needs and goals of your plant.

Stakeholder communication and training

Keeping all relevant parties informed and providing training to ensure smooth adoption of the new system.

Data integrity and migration

Ensuring all historical and real-time data is accurately transferred to the new DCS.

Post-migration support and maintenance

Offering ongoing support and maintenance services to address any issues and ensure optimal performance.

Compliance and regulatory alignment

Ensuring the new DCS meets all relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Cost-benefit analysis

Providing a detailed analysis of the costs and benefits associated with the migration to support decision-making.

Disaster recovery planning

Establishing robust disaster recovery protocols to safeguard against data loss and ensure business continuity during the migration.

System testing and validation

Conduct thorough testing and validation to ensure the new system operates correctly and efficiently before going live.

Performance optimization

Fine-tuning the new DCS for optimal performance and efficiency post-migration.

Documentation and reporting

Providing comprehensive documentation and regular progress reports throughout the migration process.

Trust our team to provide a DCS migration plan based on the latest technology and information.

Learn More About Shop Floor Control With Malisko

Malisko aims to solve your company’s manufacturing challenges by connecting each critical component in your operational process. Our specialists have decades of combined experience developing solutions for companies across a comprehensive industry range, from small fabrication shops to large-scale manufacturing companies. Connect with us today to learn more about how our services can benefit your operation.

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