Industry 4.0

Samarth Electrocare Pvt Ltd believes in delivering the best in class and the latest technology for automation of the Industry. We are also catering to the INDUSTRY 4.0
The Fourth Industrial Revolution (or Industry 4.0) is the ongoing automation of traditional manufacturing and industrial practices, using modern smart technology. Large-scale machine-to-machine communication (M2M) and the internet of things (IoT) are integrated for increased automation, improved communication and self-monitoring, and the production of smart machines that can analyze and diagnose issues without the need for human intervention.

There are four design principles identified as integral to industry 4.0

 Interconnection — the ability of machines, devices, sensors, and people to connect and communicate with each other via the Internet of things, or the internet of people (IoP)
Information transparency —  the transparency afforded by Industry 4.0 technology provides operators with comprehensive information to inform decisions. Inter-connectivity allows operators to collect immense amounts of data and information from all points in the manufacturing process, identify key areas that can benefit from improvement to increase the functionality
Technical assistance — the technological facility of systems to assist humans in decision-making and problem-solving, and the ability to help humans with difficult or unsafe tasks
Decentralized decisions — the ability of cyber-physical systems to make decisions on their own and to perform their tasks as autonomously as possible. Only in the case of exceptions, interference, or conflicting goals, are tasks delegated to a higher level

Smart factory

Industry 4.0 fosters what has been called a “smart factory”. Within modular structured smart factories, cyber-physical systems monitor physical processes, create a virtual copy of the physical world and make decentralized decisions.Over the internet of things, cyber-physical systems communicate and cooperate with each other and with humans in synchronic time both internally and across organizational services offered and used by participants of the value chain

Predictive maintenance

Industry 4.0 can also provide predictive maintenance, due to the use of technology and the IoT sensors. Predictive maintenance – which can identify maintenance issues in live – allows machine owners to perform cost-effective maintenance and determine it ahead of time before the machinery fails or gets damaged. For example, a company in LA could understand if a piece of equipment in Singapore is running at an abnormal speed or temperature. They could then decide whether or not it needs to be repaired

Smart sensors

Sensors and instrumentation drive the central forces of innovation, not only for Industry 4.0, but also for other “smart” megatrends, such as smart production, smart mobility, smart homes, smart cities and smart factories
Smart sensors are devices, which generate the data and allow further functionality from self-monitoring and self-configuration to condition monitoring of complex processes. With the capability of wireless communication, they reduce installation effort to a great extent and help realize a dense array of sensors
The importance of sensors, measurement science, and smart evaluation for Industry 4.0 has been recognized and acknowledged by various experts and has already led to the statement “Industry 4.0: nothing goes without sensor systems”

Samarth/ ABB in Industry 4.0

The Fourth Industrial Revolution is shaping the factory of the future by processing ever-growing volumes of data generated from intelligent automation and producing analytics that drive performance. As a pioneering technology leader, ABB is mastering these challenges. With its suite of ABB Ability™ digital solutions, ABB enables industrial customers to leverage the benefits of digitalization.
ABB’s business unit for machine and factory automation will launch its first cloud application for OEMs based on the ABB Ability™ platform. The new ABB Ability™ Asset Performance Monitor collects data on production rate, energy consumption and temperature, and provides a 24/7 overview of an OEMs’ entire installed base from which more informed business decisions can be made. Users define required information, and the application automatically calculates Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness, from which improvement recommendations can be made. Asset Performance Monitor displays the data in a digital dashboard, giving OEMs the insight to recommend actions that will improve customer performance, such as machine upgrades and advanced services. State-of-the-art security standards and transfer protocols ensure security and data integrity.
At SPS, ABB will showcase flexible, scalable and secure solutions that facilitate the shift to smart factories. As an agile industry partner with a deep understanding of business and technology requirements of engineering firms and system integrators, ABB builds custom solutions to meet their needs.
Digitizing the production process increases availability and throughput, reduces raw material and energy use, and improves product quality to bring greater business value to customers. Virtual commissioning of drives and PLCs can cut project costs significantly while boosting engineering productivity. Communication based on the OPC UA standard eases data exchange among multiple vendors and facilitates machine and systems integration.
ABB offers a wide range of solutions for secure and efficient energy distribution, for example, by deploying an innovative cloud platform to connect electrical devices in a facility with the industrial Internet and using switches for precise information and control functions. New, intelligent compact circuit breakers use integrated connectivity to link smartphones, tablets and PCs with data analysis tools in the ABB Ability™ cloud platform in real time.
The ABB Ability™ Digital Powertrain also builds on digitalization. This solution consolidates sensor and drive data with cloud-based analysis of all components in an industrial system into a single unit – from frequency converters and motors to pumps and bearings. This makes decisions on key issues, such as maintenance tasks, more informed and reliable, while reducing the risk of down-time. Digitalization has even entered the realm of cable protection. A new sensor-aided cable protection solution monitors protection system to respond quickly, for example, when moisture enters the system or undesirable temperature levels are recorded.
These solutions incorporate cybersecurity and safety. A multilayer security approach enables customers to take advantage of the benefits of digitalization without compromising safety. It is also possible to realize comprehensive safety zones that provide maximum safety even with an increase in productivity and complexity.
Digital solutions demand teamwork across enterprises that is agile, flexible and collaborative. During live workshops at the ABB trade fair booth, customers will have the opportunity to discuss with ABB’s digital experts how the digital transformation will impact their industry and identify solutions for their businesses. Visitors will experience performance-enhancing digital solutions, and ABB will learn more about its customers.