Reduce downtime and stops with real-time production monitoring
Designed and co-developed with Plant and Production Managers, Factbird gives you instant access to critical real-time production data and comprehensive analysis. To ensure seamless integration, Factbird is plug-and-play with existing systems, and complex data is simplified to enable timely and actionable decisions.
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Production line monitoring made easy and accessible
Factbird isn't just another data analysis tool. It's a new approach, tailored to manufacturing operations, harnessing real-time data for smarter, faster decision-making and process optimization
- View comprehensive production data on unified dashboards
- Receive and analyze data from all selected processes in your factory
- Plug-and-play setup in 12-15 minutes
"We are currently on a 13-day streak with 92% uptime on one of our lines, which is crazy to think about, considering how it has been in the past."
Casper Levorsen, Production Technician at Sintex A/S
"When we started using the system, we were ranging anywhere from 60 to 65% OEE. Right now, we're averaging anywhere from 80 to 85% OEE."
Roberto Marquez, Plant Manager at Raymundo's.
Without Factbird
- Limited production insights
- Manual data collection
- Outdated information
- Decisions based on hunches
- Difficulty finding bottlenecks
- Wasted production resources
With Factbird
- Real-time production insights
- Automated data collection
- Accurate, up-to-date data
- Data-driven decision-making
- Quickly tackle bottlenecks
- Optimized resource usage
Essential
- Automatic data collection
- Live data visualization
- Own analytics platform
- Stops finder
- OEE Calculations
- Performance KPIs
- Analog sensor data and alarms
- 3 year data retention
Advanced
- Andon function
- Alarms for production stops
- New! Preventive Maintenance module (free in preview)
- *Video Data (incl clips in stops analytics)
- Batch function including upload
- Shift schedule
- *Digital t-card system
- In-process-control operator dialogs
- Scheduled reports
- Performance dashboards (for shift or batch)
- Integrations with other systems (Power BI, SAP)
Enterprise
- Single sign-on (SAML and other)
- Private cloud
- Technical Account Manager
- Data Lake
- Unlimited data retention
Easy setup
Factbird's non-intrusive integration plugs right into your existing setup, enabling production monitoring without the usual integration headaches.
- Install Factbird Duo on the line
- Setup sensor and connect to Factbird Duo
- Claim device and configure sensor in the system
- Setup line in the system and you're ready to monitor
Say goodbye to tedius manual data tracking
Factbird automates this process, freeing up your team's time for more strategic tasks and eliminating the errors that come with manual input.
- Live Monitoring and Alerts
- Comprehensive Analytics Dashboard
- Customizable Reports
- Historical Data Analysis
Gather, process, and analyze large amounts of data from various sources real-time.
Unexpected machine breakdowns will be a thing of the past
Factbird's proactive maintenance alerts help you prevent these issues, ensuring a smoother, more reliable production flow.
- Get accurate, real-time performance data
- Combine all machine data, old and new, in one place
- Set up quickly and simply with Edge devices in 15 minutes
- See your operations' performance clearly in real-time and historically
- Get immediate alerts for any production stops to keep things running smoothly.
How Factbird works
Real-time monitoring
Track production progress, monitor key performance indicators, and respond to issues instantly.
Data-driven decisions
Utilize comprehensive data analysis to make informed decisions and improve efficiency.
Enhanced productivity
Identify bottlenecks, reduce downtime, and optimize resource allocation for maximum productivity.
Learn why customers love Factbird
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Factbird mitigate the impact of network disruptions on data integrity and reliability?
Factbird incorporates features to mitigate the impact of network disruptions on data integrity and reliability. MQTT supports Quality of Service (QoS) levels that allow for different levels of reliability in message delivery. Factbird can configure the appropriate QoS level, ensuring that messages are reliably delivered even in the presence of intermittent network connectivity. MQTT's built-in mechanisms for message persistence and retention further enhance data integrity and reliability.
Can I choose between a general or private Factbird cloud platform for storing my PLC data?
Factbird offers the flexibility to choose between a general or private cloud platform for storing your PLC data. The general cloud platform allows you to leverage Factbird's infrastructure, ensuring ease of use and scalability. If you have specific security or compliance requirements, Factbird also provides a private cloud platform option. This enables you to have dedicated and isolated cloud resources for enhanced data privacy and control.
How scalable is Factbird for large manufacturing operations with multiple PLC systems?
Factbird is designed to be scalable and can handle large manufacturing operations with multiple PLC systems. It can accommodate a high volume of data and supports the simultaneous communication of multiple clients with the MQTT broker. As the manufacturing operation expands, Factbird can scale to meet the increased data transmission requirements efficiently.
How does Factbird facilitate data transmission from PLCs to the cloud via MQTT?
If you want to send data from one of your PLCs to the cloud using MQTT and Factbird, Factbird creates a unique client ID for the PLC. You are provided with the broker address and a detailed example of the MQTT topic that needs to be published or subscribed to. This allows the PLC to establish a connection with the broker and seamlessly transmit data to the cloud for further analysis and monitoring.
What kind of support is available for troubleshooting and technical issues with the hardware?
Our support team is always available to help you. We also have a troubleshooting hardware guide that you can access here.
How is the data transferred from the sensors to the Factbird hardware?
Sensors are connected by cable to the Factbird devices. The Factbird devices send data to the cloud through a mobile phone connection or via WiFi or Ethernet (only for Factbird Omron NX1).
What types of sensors are compatible with Factbird?
Factbird can connect to both analog and digital sensors. Factbird was developed to allow the use of many types of sensors depending on customers' specifications.
Any digital sensor that outputs NPN or PNP signal is supported, by default, it is possible to have two sensors simultaneously connected to a single Factbird® DUO.
You can find a sensor overview guide here.
What components are included in the Factbird hardware package?
The package includes, besides the device, the power supply and the power cable.
Does Factbird require an internet connection to function?
Yes. To get the data in the cloud you can connect via Wi-Fi or 4G through SIM Card.
What temperature range can Factbird be installed in?
Please see Data sheets
How do I know if I can use a Factbird for my production line?
Factbird only requires a small amount of space and a power socket. It requires 3 mm distance between the objects that run on the production line to be able to sense them.
Can the user install Factbird? Or does it need to be installed by a service engineer?
Factbird is user installable, no technical assistance is required.
How long does it take to install a Factbird?
It normally takes less than one hour from opening the package to being able to see data.
What kind of power supply does Factbird require?
100-240V, 50-60Hz.
What kinds of sensors can be connected to a Factbird?
Factbird can connect to both analog and digital sensors. Factbird was developed to allow the use of many types of sensors depending on customer's specifications.
Does Factbird come with its own sensors, or do I need to connect external sensors?
Factbird works with off-shelf external sensors, you can use your own if you have any, alternatively, we can provide them.
How do I purchase a Factbird?
If you want to purchase a Factbird, you simply contact us and we’ll help you through the process, making sure you get exactly what you need. You can either fill out a contact form or send an email to a member of our staff directly. You are also welcome to call us. You’ll find all of our contact information under contact.