How ENGEL’s Setup Assistant Boosts Efficiency

At Fakuma 2024, ENGEL will showcase cutting-edge solutions that are driving the future of plastics processing. A standout feature is the digital setup assistant, which streamlines the operation of injection moulding machines and greatly improves production efficiency.

ENGEL’s setup assistant tackles the increasing shortage of skilled labor by significantly simplifying tool changes. The system automatically detects the installed tool and provides step-by-step guidance to the operator throughout the entire changeover process. This not only reduces the risk of errors but also cuts setup times by up to 50%, resulting in a notable boost in productivity.

Key features and benefits of the setup assistant include:

• Interactive SMED process support: The setup assistant speeds up the tool change
  process through interactive instructions and automated sequences.
• Automatic purge program: An automated start after the end of production and the
  positioning of the unit enable faster colour changes, for example.
• Automatic tool clamping: Quick-clamping systems and standardised media
  couplings further enhance efficiency.
• Preheating station: Tools are preheated and tempered, reducing setup times even
  further.
• Work instructions in the dataset: Detailed instructions, both in text and images,
  guide the operator precisely through the entire process.
• Automatic tool recognition: RFID transponders store operating hours and shot
  counters, enhancing operator support and protecting the machine.
  At Fakuma 2024, ENGEL will demonstrate how digital assistance systems can help solve the
  current challenges in plastics processing. Visitors are invited to experience these
  technologies live, which simplify day-to-day operations and discover their potential for their
  own production environments.
  

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