If you want to collect CNC machine data, there are various methods to collect real-time status information from a CNC.

We have solutions that make it possible to monitor all types of machines and equipment from manual machines, boilers, cell controllers, assembly lines, and of course the obvious, CNC machines. all while providing one interface to see the real-time status and run historical reports.

Collection methods include network-based protocols, MTConnect, wiring PLC’s to electrical points, bar code scanners, RFID’s, manual user input, and more. We also recommend machine monitoring through Predator MDC and Scytec DataXchange.

MTConnect is a set of open, royalty-free standards intended to foster greater interoperability between controls, devices and software applications by publishing data over networks using the Internet Protocol.

The common communication data shared is XML language that allows for software designers to download, use, embrace the data from the equipment and provide a reporting tool for management. Visit our MTConnect page for more information

Yes. MTConnect is a set of open, royalty-free standards intended to generate greater communication between CNC controls, device and software applications by publishing data over networks using the Internet Protocol.

Scytec DataXchange is the software application used to collect, report and chart the results of the data collection via a cloud-based solution.

Yes, you can monitor machine overrides with most FANUC FOCAS based controls or MTConnect enabled controls, you can easily monitor when your operators are turning the feed rates down.

The MTConnect adapter is a piece of software that translates data produced by shop floor equipment into a format that can be processed by MTConnect applications.

An MTConnect Adapter is usually created by the equipment or software provider, or an integrator.

MTConnect is compatible with:

  • DMG Mori Seiki
  • Mazak
  • Okuma
  • FANUC FOCAS
  • For more Compatible Machines, call (877) 611-5825

MTConnect is a standard for formatting and transmitting data produced by manufacturing equipment so that it can be processed by software applications.

Common uses for this technology are real-time machine monitoring, and historical reporting using charts, graphs, and other visual representations of a shop’s performance.

We provide a list of other compatible machine tool builders on our MTConnect Compatibility resource page or call (877) 611-5825!

An MTConnect agent is software that connects to the adapter and provides access to the data from an MTConnect-enabled device across a network. MTConnect agents format the data to XML and can be accessed by other nodes on the network through HTTP.