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🌟 Key Takeaways
• Modern factories must use real-time machine data systematically to reduce costs and improve OEE.
• Having data alone is not enough; a proper analysis structure is essential.
• Incorrect classification of downtime and losses leads to OEE values that do not reflect real production issues.
• Machine Monitoring is a critical first step toward a Data-driven Factory and Smart Factory.
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Industrial factories in Thailand and ASEAN are facing increasing pressure from rising labor costs, stricter quality expectations, and delivery accuracy requirements. Managing production based on “real data” is no longer optional—it has become a fundamental competitive requirement.

🔷 The Context of Modern Industrial Factories
The concept of the Data-driven Factory plays a crucial role, as experience-based decision-making alone can no longer handle complex production lines with numerous machines and frequently changing production conditions.

🔷 From Data Visibility to Real Performance Improvement
Many factories already collect machine data but still fail to reduce costs or improve OEE. The key reason is the lack of a proper analytical structure. Development typically follows a maturity model:
• Real-time machine status visibility
• Downtime and cycle time analysis
• Production capacity planning based on actual data
• Integration of machine data with OEE and KPIs

🔷 Data That Is Commonly Misclassified in Factories
Inaccurate OEE calculations often result from incorrect data classification, such as:
• Planned Stop vs. Unplanned Stop
• Setup Time vs. Idle Time
• Performance Loss vs. Availability Loss

If data is not categorized correctly, OEE will not reflect real production issues and cannot be used effectively for improvement.

🔷 In-Depth Use Case Example
A factory operating 120 machines previously could not clearly identify bottleneck machines. Overtime was high, but output did not increase. After implementing real-time data, the factory identified repetitive machine stoppages, adjusted manpower based on actual production periods, and achieved more accurate production planning.

🔷 Industry Benchmark Results
Based on industrial best practices:
• Downtime is reduced by approximately 15–30%
• Utilization rate increases by 10–20%
• Monthly overtime is significantly reduced
• OEE reflects real conditions and can be used for continuous improvement

🔷 System-Level Expansion Possibilities
Machine Monitoring data can be extended in several ways:
• Exporting data to Excel or BI tools
• Connecting to on-site production boards
• Supporting both wired and wireless network infrastructure

📘 Summary
Systematic use of real-time machine data enables factories to reduce costs, increase OEE, and shift from reactive problem-solving to proactive, data-driven improvement.

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❓ FAQ
• Q: Can Machine Monitoring replace MES?
A: No. It does not replace MES entirely, but it is a cost-effective and faster starting point.

• Q: How many machines should be connected initially?
A: Start with bottleneck machines or main production lines, then expand gradually.

• Q: How can OEE be calculated correctly using machine data?
A: Downtime and losses must be systematically classified from the beginning.

📚 Glossary (Key Terms)
• OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness): A metric that measures overall machine performance
• Utilization Rate: The rate at which machines are actively used
• Performance Loss: Losses caused by reduced operating efficiency
• Smart Factory: A factory that uses data and automation for management

🔒 Trust
This content is academically structured based on real-world Data-driven Factory and Machine Monitoring practices by AXXEL ENGINEERING CO., LTD.

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📆 Updated: 2025-12-18