{"id":3106,"date":"2020-11-13T17:42:21","date_gmt":"2020-11-13T16:42:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/en.backend.agilab.it\/?page_id=3106"},"modified":"2025-02-03T13:15:21","modified_gmt":"2025-02-03T12:15:21","slug":"automation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.agilab.it\/en\/agilab-lab-showroom\/automation\/","title":{"rendered":"Automation"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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AgiLAB is Eureka System’s demonstration lab<\/strong>, designed to explore and simplify complex processes in the manufacturing world. Through a practical and interactive model, AgiLAB demonstrates the power of digitisation to transform the industry, improving efficiency, flexibility, and competitiveness.<\/p>

Equipped with an Ignition MES system for production management, AgiLAB integrates different industrial technologies<\/strong>. As a research environment, AgiLAB explores the key topics of Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0<\/strong>: energy sustainability, process optimisation, digitisation, robotics, and IT\/OT integration.<\/p>

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  • Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)<\/strong> to simplify human-machine interactions by exploiting natural language.<\/p><\/li>

  • Artificial Vision to guide robots<\/strong>, used to identify parts’ quantity, position and conformity during Pick & Place operations.<\/p><\/li>

  • A Doosan cobot<\/strong>\u00a0for the safe and precise movement of materials between stations.<\/p><\/li>

  • Cartesian robots<\/strong> for picking materials from warehouses.<\/p><\/li>

  • Smart sensors<\/strong> for continuous process monitoring.<\/p><\/li>

  • A PLC system with distributed I\/O<\/strong> for real-time process logic management and synchronisation of operating technologies.<\/li>

  • Advanced functional safety<\/strong>, ensured by laser scanners, emergency buttons and I\/O safety nodes, according to industrial safety standards.<\/p><\/li>

  • Web-based HMI<\/strong>, developed according to clear UI\/UX usability criteria and used to monitor the process at every step.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t
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    All technologies
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    In AgiLAB, the generative Artificial Intelligence RexAI<\/strong> redefines the interaction between operators and production systems, transforming communication into an intuitive and natural experience.<\/p>

    • Intelligent voice commands<\/b>: send production orders or information requests using natural language. AI automatically recognises the language and interprets your request.<\/p><\/li>

    • Simplified data analysis<\/b>: visualise graphs and production reports with a simple question without writing queries.<\/p><\/li>

    • Fast and accurate answers<\/b>: thanks to real-time processing, AI provides immediate feedback for faster operational decisions.<\/li><\/ul>

      With its natural language interface, the MES system allows users to interact effortlessly, just talking, without any technical skills needed.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      The Keyence Artificial Vision system integrated into AgiLAB optimises the part-picking and handling operations of one of the two Cartesian robots.<\/p>

      The electronic eye is installed above one of the two raw material warehouses. It allows the pieces to be loaded onto the picking table randomly because the Artificial Vision system communicates the picking coordinates of the individual pieces to the robot.<\/p>

      • Real-time identification<\/strong> of quantity, position and orientation of the parts to be picked, dynamically adapting to changes.<\/p><\/li>

      • Reduction of operational errors<\/strong>: ensures pre-part presence check at Pick & Place.<\/p><\/li>

      • Flexibility in material management<\/strong>: accelerates supply chain processes, improving synchronisation between warehouse and production.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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        The Doosan cobot integrated into AgiLAB handles the safe and precise movement of parts between the different production process stations. Its flexibility and ease of programming make it a strategic tool for optimising workflows.<\/p>

        • Seamless operation<\/strong>: it transfers materials smoothly between production stages, reducing waiting times and increasing productivity.<\/p><\/li>

        • Seamless integration with the MES<\/strong>: ensures synchronised order management, adapting in real-time to changes in operation schedules.<\/p><\/li>

        • Safe collaboration<\/strong>: thanks to its internal safety systems and AgiLAB’s safety barriers, the cobot works alongside operators without risk.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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          The first Cartesian robot is integrated with the Machine Vision system, while a second Cartesian robot precisely retrieves materials from an organised warehouse using predefined tracking and positioning.<\/p>

          The cartesians’ direct interaction with the Doosan cobot is an advanced example of robot-to-robot coordination that optimises workflows.<\/p>

          • Automated and accurate picking<\/strong>: the Cartesian robot retrieves the required parts from the warehouse using an air gripper and ensures the parts’ presence during picking.<\/p><\/li>

          • Robot-to-robot interaction<\/strong>: the Cartesian robots transfer materials directly to the cobot, reducing intermediate steps.<\/p><\/li>

          • Reliability and integration<\/strong>: thanks to its PLC management and interface with the MES, the Cartesian robot operates in perfect harmony with the rest of AgiLAB’s technologies.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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            At AgiLAB, raw material dosing stations are sensorised to ensure accuracy and traceability of manual operations.<\/p>

            • Real-time monitoring<\/strong>: integrated sensors detect the dosed materials.<\/li>

            • Control automation<\/strong>: automatic or manual adjustment of dosing parameters is possible via HMI.<\/p><\/li>

            • Complete traceability<\/strong>: each manual operation is recorded and associated with the manufactured part to ensure total control of the production order.<\/p><\/li>

            • Integration with the MES<\/strong>: sensor data are sent to the production management system to optimise operational flows.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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              AgiLAB is equipped with its own PLC that handles the automation logic of the entire process. This architecture and a distributed I\/O system ensure seamless coordination of machinery and software operations.<\/p>

              • Real-time production control<\/strong>: the Field Bus system facilitates swift interaction between the various devices.<\/p><\/li>

              • Industrial PLC<\/strong>: governs the movement logic of Cartesian robots and the collaborative robotic arm, integrating seamlessly with the MES system.<\/li>

              • Scalability and adaptability<\/strong>: AgiLAB’s architecture is designed to grow and change according to needs. Since 2019, it has constantly changed its production process, integrating new components and technologies.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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                Security management in AgiLAB ensures maximum system uptime while meeting the highest functional safety standards. Every technology and process protects operators, machinery, and data without slowing productivity.<\/p>

                • Redundant safety systems<\/strong>: laser scanners, emergency buttons and dedicated I\/O nodes create a reliable protection network.<\/p><\/li>

                • Compliance standards<\/strong>: AgiLAB’s IT\/OT architecture also complies with international regulations and standards when it comes to safety.<\/p><\/li>

                • Intelligent interconnection<\/strong>: safety is integrated at the software level to respond immediately to critical events and thus minimise downtime.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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                  AgiLAB’s human-machine interfaces (HMIs), developed on the Ignition<\/strong> platform, are designed for maximum usability and accessibility. An intuitive and responsive UI\/UX design allows operators and production managers to monitor and manage the production process in real time at every stage.<\/p>

                  • Multi-device accessibility<\/strong>: compatible with PCs, tablets and touchscreen monitors.<\/p><\/li>

                  • Real-time monitoring<\/strong> ensures immediate supervision of every stage of the production process thanks to customised dashboards.<\/p><\/li>

                  • Centralised control<\/strong> of all technologies integrated in AgiLAB.<\/p><\/li>

                  • Ease of use<\/strong> to minimise learning time and support operators in critical decisions.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

                    AgiLAB’s web-based HMIs combine the power of Ignition<\/strong> with a modern interface that simplifies the complexity of production systems.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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