Labeling machine manufacturer Nita empowers operators with real-time data in the cloud, increasing productivity for customers
Nita Labeling Equipment specializes in engineering and building innovative automatic pressure-sensitive labeling machines that have been deployed across the globe. For its latest state-of-the-art machine, Nita created a cohesive and seamlessly integrated hardware and software experience with real-time data using AVEVA Edge. This enables its customers to make rapid and smart decisions to drive time savings, increased productivity and reduced downtime.
“Nita is leading the way with some of the most intuitive and easiest to operate labeling machines – made possible using the AVEVA Edge technology. The powerful AVEVA solution allowed us to infuse all of our exclusive features like live OEE reporting, video tutorials, 3D product changeover guides, as well as in-screen parts ordering and detailed project management schedules that help us make our clients as productive and efficient as they can be.”
Luc Harvey
Chief engineer and Nita owner
Nita Labeling Equipment
Goals
- A future-proof, integrated supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) solution for its new labeling machine, with advanced features including:
- A user-friendly interface enabling customers to operate the machine without the need for specialist skills
- Delivery of real-time overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) data to help customers minimize downtime and maximize productivity
- Remote maintenance capabilities
- Cloud-based access to unified data
- The ability to display 3D design drawings and play video tutorials for training purposes
- A flexible approach: to build one application template that can be easily configured for different customers irrespective of machine size, to facilitate deployment at scale
Challenges
- The need to improve on the previous solution to create a next-generation labeling machine
Results
- Additional functionality empowers customers‘ machine operators leading to time savings, reduced downtime and productivity improvements
- Increased customer satisfaction
- Cloud-enabled collaboration means workers can connect and collaborate seamlessly
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