The DIMOFAC digital platform stands as the cornerstone of the DIMOFAC project, aimed at revolutionizing manufacturing processes.
Funded by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 program, this platform embodies the essence of Industry 4.0, combining digital twins and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to create Digital Intelligent Modular Factories.
At its core, the platform enables seamless integration and coordination of various manufacturing components, offering unprecedented flexibility and efficiency. By harnessing the power of real-time data analytics and predictive modeling, it empowers manufacturers to optimize production processes, reduce downtime, and increase overall productivity.
In essence, the DIMOFAC digital platform represents a paradigm shift in manufacturing, paving the way for smarter, more agile, and sustainable factories of the future.
Market Advantages
Integration
- 1. SENSORS AND IOT DEVICES
- 2. DIGITAL TWINS
- 3. MANUFACTURING EXECUTION SYSTEMS (MES)
- 4. ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING (ERP) SYSTEMS
- 5. SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (SCM) SYSTEMS
- 6. QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (QMS)
- 7. MAINTENANCE AND ASSET MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Dimofac connects to sensors and Internet of Things (IoT) devices deployed throughout the production plant to collect real-time data on equipment performance, environmental conditions, energy consumption, and product quality. This data is then analyzed to identify patterns, detect anomalies, and improve decisionmaking.
Dimofac integrates with digital twin models that represent physical assets, processes, and systems within the production plant. These digital twins are synchronized with real-world data, enabling manufacturers to simulate and visualize different scenarios, conduct virtual testing, and optimize production parameters.
Dimofac interfaces with MES software to coordinate and control manufacturing
operations, including production scheduling, job tracking, resource allocation, and quality management. By integrating with MES, Dimofac provides a holistic view of the production process and facilitates data exchange between different systems.
Dimofac communicates with ERP systems to access information on inventory levels, supply chain logistics, procurement processes, and financial transactions. This integration enables manufacturers to align production activities with business objectives, optimize resource utilization, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Dimofac integrates with SCM systems to facilitate end-toend visibility and traceability across the supply chain. By exchanging data with SCM systems, Dimofac helps manufacturers monitor supplier performance, track raw material shipments, manage inventory levels, and mitigate supply chain risks
Dimofac collaborates with QMS software to monitor product quality, identify defects, and implement corrective actions throughout the production process. This integration ensures that quality standards are maintained, nonconformities are addressed promptly, and customer satisfaction is maximized.
Dimofac interfaces with maintenance and asset management systems to schedule preventive maintenance tasks, monitor equipment health, and optimize asset lifecycle management. By integrating with these systems, Dimofac helps minimize downtime, reduce maintenance costs, and extend the lifespan of critical assets.
Testimonial:
Takeaways
- Netcompany-Intrasoft Collaboration: Netcompany and Intrasoft collaborate on the Dimofac digital platform, with Netcompany contributing expertise in software development and Intrasoft providing domain knowledge in smart manufacturing.
- Platform Integration: Dimofac integrates with various elements of smart manufacturing production plants, including sensors, digital twins, MES, ERP, SCM, QMS, and maintenance systems, enabling holistic visibility and control over operations.
- Differentiation: Dimofac stands out from competitors in the smart manufacturing space through its comprehensive integration capabilities, real-time data analytics, simulation and visualization tools, and focus on optimizing production processes for efficiency and quality.
- Continuous Improvement: The interview participants emphasize the importance of continuous improvement, including revising catalog descriptions, clarifying the role of AAS in solution offerings, and ensuring accurate representation ofpartner collaborations within the Dimofac ecosystem.
Project info:
The use case DIMOFAC project which received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 870092, aiming to help factories implement a smart factory architecture that will allow them to be more reactive to a personalised demand and changing market dynamics.