In manufacturing, You must keep score to track the success of Your process. Here are 5 key metrics You should be measuring. Planned vs. Actual Output Downtime w/ Reason Codes Scrap w/ Reason Codes Setup Time First Pass Yield

In this video, the role of a PLC is discussed. The PLC replaced relay logic as the leading control method of machinery. Inputs are processed by the PLC logic to determine the proper outputs. Network connectivity allows the PLC to connect with external computers and Artificial Intelligence servers.