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PRODUCT SCAN out air to stop vapor from entering. The newest addition to the M-710iC robot series can handle 20 kg to 70 kg of weight and extends its reach by 1,360 mm to 3,110 mm. The compact-sized robot can be mounted on a wall, ceiling, or floor, helping to maximize floor space, the company said. www.managingautomation.com/Fanuc the MLM release 5 can provide real-time performance summary reports, supplier reports, audit interfaces, and improved ad hoc reporting. The product uses Microsoft’s .NET technology and SQL/Windows Server product families. www.managingautomation.com/AIMS MINER3D AIMS LIFECYCLE MANAGEMENT ith Manufacturing Lifecycle Management Framework Release 5, AIMS provides SaaS availability, aiming at OEMs and Tier 1 and 2 suppliers in the vehicle, general transportation, and durable goods markets. New options included in the release are high-volume production inspection interfaces; increased wireless scanner integration; expanded real-time alerts; configurable advanced notification warnings; check sheet inspection improvements; and configurable URL links. In terms of reporting, DATA ANALYTICS W V FANUC ROBOTICS isual data analytics company Miner3D has introduced Enterprise 7.1, the latest version of the company’s software product, now equipped with visual OLAP (On-Line Analytical Processing). Interaction with data warehouses is improved, INDUSTRIAL ROBOT esigned for super harsh environments, FANUC Robotics’ M-710iC/50 SE FoundryPRO robot is IP67-protected and waterproof. More specifically, the robot is equipped with a special epoxy coating and protective covers on the wrists, and its base blows D most popular quality apps 6. Camstar’s Medical Device Suite, an enterprise MES and quality management system created specifically for medical device manufacturers, which provides a manufacturing quality and compliance framework that supports Titles 21 CFR Part 11 and 820 compliance 7. Intercim’s Pertinence Suite powered by Velocity, a manufacturing operations software suite that allows distributed teams to collaborate on process planning, execution, and quality 8. FlexNet from Apriso, an adaptive operations execution platform and suite of modular applications that synchronizes activity within a manufacturer’s operations and covers manufacturing execution, quality management, computerized maintenance management, warehouse management, time & labor, and supply chain visibility 9. The Visiprise Quality Management suite, a closed-loop system that expedites the disposition of incoming and inprocess non-conforming materials, documents the process, and manages the corrective and preventive action (CAPA) process to ensure that appropriate analysis and actions are taken 10. FactoryTalk ProductionCentre, Rockwell Automation’s manufacturing system that provides full traceability and connection between components of manufacturing, such as material, users, equipment, and work orders A look at the 10 most often compared quality management products listed in ManagingAutomation.com’s TechMATCH directory (5/1/08 - 7/31/08): 1. Camstar’s Enterprise Quality Execution System, used by high-tech and semiconductor manufacturers to eliminate scrap, rework, paperwork errors, and redundant checks, while providing the real-time feedback needed to quickly identify and resolve issues that inhibit process and product improvement 2. IQS Quality Performance Management software, which includes solutions to improve issue tracking, supplier performance, document control, product launch, inspection, SPC, skip-lot, gage management, preventive maintenance, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, control plans, non-conformances, corrective actions, audits, quality costs, and more 3. QSYS Professional by IBS America, which provides an integrated framework for shop floor quality control and integrates with ERP and other production control systems 4. Plexus Online, an on-demand manufacturing performance system, including shop floor control, traceability, quality management, EDI, and other capabilities configured either as a fully integrated system or as a point solution 5. Solumina, an operations process management software suite from iBASEt that manages work and quality processes for the manufacturing and MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) of highly engineered products ma 54 2008 September http://www.managingautomation.com/AIMS http://www.managingautomation.com/Fanuc http://www.managingautomation.com

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Managing Automation - September 2008 Contents Take 1 Letters Tech Vendors Defy Economic Slump by Plugging into Developing World Growth New E2open Chief Outlines Plan to Accelerate Growth Is This Marketing as It Used to Be or Something New? The OMAC Group Attempts to Widen Its Influence Automation Federation Names Chief, Plots Growth Notes Cover story: The Innovation Gap Special Report: Meet the Progressive Manufacturing High Achievers Progressive Manufacturer of the Year Business Model Mastery Innovation Mastery Customer Mastery Supply Network Mastery Data & Integration Mastery Education & Training Mastery Leadership Mastery Operational Excellence Mastery Special Report: Catching the Wireless Wave Part 1: No Clear Infrastructure Winner Part 2: Wireless Apps Take Wing Part 3: The Human Side of Wireless Product Scan Advertiser Index Next

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