Smart Monitoring: Machine data in real time from the drive

The data recorded in this way can be used later, for example, for quality assurance or for diagnosing a fault. In the Baumüller ProDrive parameterising tool the data can be evaluated with different analysis methods (e.g. FFT and order analysis, waterfall diagram). Another advantage of the Baumüller data analysis using ProDrive is that time-synchronous data acquisition over several axes is also possible.

One use case for Smart Monitoring is the recording of the drive train’s temperature profiles. From this, the capacity utilization of the components used and thus the machine can be recorded. This application can be extended through to detection of problems such as an overload or a defect in mechanical components. This is done by including additional parameters in the monitoring. Fluctuations in motor current and speed can be used to detect mechanical unbalance or loose  bearings, bearing damage or changes in the drive train, and to initiate appropriate measures. Worsening of product quality can therefore be avoided and machine stoppages reduced by maintenance work planned in advance.

• During commissioning:
  • Trigger for specific results or error patterns
  • Record “good patterns” as reference
• In operation:
  • Continuous recording of measured values
  • Detection of deviations from the references
  • Automatic detection of changes in repeated/clocked processes
  • Detection of unexpected events or their accumulation
• In the service case:
  • Determining the causes of faults
  • Trigger for specific results or error patterns
  • Look back at operation before the fault (history)