Control station

What is meant by Control station?

A "control center" refers to a central monitoring and control tool used in production and logistics to oversee, manage, and optimize processes. A control center provides a real-time overview of the status of production lines, machines, orders, and other relevant operational data. By integrating various information sources, a control center enables the quick detection and resolution of issues, as well as efficient planning and control of production workflows.

Typical features of control center software include:

Real-time Monitoring and Visualization:

• Displaying the current status of machines and production lines
• Visualizing process parameters and operational states
• Monitoring order progress and inventory information

Order and Resource Planning:

• Planning and scheduling of production orders and resources
• Capacity planning and utilization control
• Prioritizing and sequencing orders based on current conditions

Data Integration and Analysis:

• Integrating data from ERP, MES, and SCADA systems
• Analyzing production data to identify bottlenecks and optimization potentials
• Generating reports and KPI dashboards

Fault Management and Troubleshooting:

• Recording and classifying faults and errors
• Supporting quick problem resolution with alert and notification systems
• Documenting corrective actions and improvements

Quality Management:

• Monitoring quality parameters and compliance with standards
• Recording and analyzing quality data
• Supporting root cause analysis and implementation of corrective measures

Simulation and Optimization Tools:

• Simulating production scenarios to evaluate planning alternatives
• Optimizing production schedules considering capacities and material availability
• Using algorithms to improve resource utilization and minimize lead times