FABTECH 2016

F17: Connected Enterprise for the Factory Floor 4.0 (Room N227-N228)

16 Nov 16
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Tracks: 3D/Additive Manufacturing, Automation

What Is the Value of Factory 4.0 and Big Data?
The Smart Factory is becoming a reality with Industry 4.0. Industry 4.0 fuses automation with digitalization for more efficient production methods, making it possible to produce small batch sizes of customized products cost effectively. This presentation provides real-world examples of how cutting system users are applying Industry 4.0 and analyzes the considerations and costs.
Holger Hahn - ESAB Welding & Cutting Products

Real Time Data and Industry 4.0
The presentation will cover real time data, the advantages of ROI and the competitive landscape. The capability of sharing data from one system to another in real time has enabled decision makers to adapt to real conditions based on data made available instantaneously. This concept is revolutionizing the fabrication industry for early adaptors and giving them an advantage over the competition.
Christopher Allen White - Bystronic Inc.

Why Metal Fabrication Management Should Be Paying Attention to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) & Industry 4.0
This presentation will break down the basics of IoT and Industry 4.0, briefly review key supporting technologies, and discuss simple decisions you can make today to start enabling your factory for flexible manufacturing, efficient production and the tools to be competitive in today's market.
Will E. Healy, III - Balluff Inc.

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