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The right software to use machine and plant data

For machine builders

Increase the value of your machines with new applications and functions and in-depth data analysis.

  • Upgrade machines
  • New applications
  • More data functions
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For maintenance staff

Identify faults and problems at an early stage – receive alerts on your mobile device so that you can react more quickly.

  • Identify problems
  • Alerts on end device
  • React more quickly
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For production managers

Monitor production in real time – analyze the degree of utilization and actively optimize operational processes.

  • Real-time reports
  • Production at a glance
  • Record utilization rate
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For automation engineers

Automate with just a few clicks – configure a wide range of applications quickly, flexibly and with first-class support.

  • Fast implementation
  • Multifunctional use
  • Reliable support
Voll automatisch und digital / Fully automatic and digital
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“IT and OT combined. I don't know of anything comparable.”

“For me as a machine programmer/automation engineer with a basic knowledge of IT, this is the perfect tool for connecting PLC-controlled production machines to higher-level systems quickly, effectively and comparatively inexpensively – with a defined interface between OT and IT.” (translated)

Steven Hahn HMG-Solution

Steven Hahn
Managing director and automation engineer
HMG-Solution GmbH

To the blog about SPS pipe measurement (in german)

"With the new DataSuite, we have created a modern software platform that allows our customers to easily implement a wide variety of application scenarios."

Markus Bläser MB Software

Markus Bläser
Founder & Managing Director
[MB] Software

Maschinen und Anlagen aufwerten

Using data as a machine builder

  • Machine builder with individual production

    The DataSuite contains a variety of functions for different use cases. This is a major advantage, as it covers a broad spectrum and individual solutions can be offered for each customer project.

  • Machine builder with small series

    Enhance your machine series in a targeted manner and offer your customers real added value. The low installation effort makes this a practical solution with many functions.

  • Connect ERP database (SQL) with machine

    More and more customer projects expect simple integration of ERP databases with the purchased machines. DataSuite relieves you of this worry and establishes a connection to a database with just a few clicks.

3 Applications for maintenance staff

  • Alert messages with OPC UA

    Critical conditions such as overheating must be detected immediately to prevent damage and reduce production downtime. Stay up to date and receive alarm messages on your end device.

  • Data backup of machines and plants

    A sudden PLC failure can lead to data loss - regular backups secure machine configurations and minimize downtimes.

  • Time sync of old Siemens S7 300 and 400 controllers

    Ensure that your PLC systems have accurate time stamps to correctly record fault diagnoses and operating times.

Industriedaten nutzen für Alarmierungen

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Examples for production managers

  • Call up real-time reports on production

    Receive automatic production and shift reports by e-mail or visualize your key production figures and maintain an overview.

  • Printing of quality protocols

    With DataSuite, you can create automated printing processes. For example, create quality reports automatically and print them out on any printer and paper tray.

  • Determine and actively reduce energy costs

    Record energy data with Shelly and identify unnecessary consumption, e.g. when a machine is running in standby mode that should actually be switched off. Visualize this data and take active measures to reduce costs.

Using data as an automation engineer

  • Save large amounts of machine data in Excel

    With just a few mouse clicks, you can transfer machine data from your control system to an Excel file. With Excel, you can create formulas and functions to get the most out of your existing machine data.

  • Automating SQL database actions

    Establish a connection between your PLC and a database with just a few clicks and create SQL data records and SQL queries without much prior knowledge.

  • Use PLC data in external applications and scripts

    Integrate your machine data easily and flexibly into a Python script, for example.

Voll automatisch und digital / Fully automatic and digital

“It was the right solution for us at the right time.”

“We are all delighted with the software and the simple, easy-to-adjust parameter settings as well as the integrated interfaces, including to the PLC.” (translated)

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Edgar Plaßmann
MSB GmbH & Co. KG

To the blog about Print PDF file from PLC (in german)

Typical applications

MB Software Data Suite 3 - Anwendungen Schraubenhersteller

Case

Until now, production data had to be entered manually into the ERP system. In order to always have an overview of the order status in production and to reduce manual, error-prone activities, the machines and plants are to be connected directly to the ERP system. However, the ERP software used does not offer the option of retrieving data directly from the machines and plants.

Solution with DataSuite

  • Read out the production data from the machines and plants and write it into a CSV file
  • ERP system can import CSV files and reads in the file automatically – The production data is available in ERP


Result

  • PLC programmers can compile the necessary data for the CSV files without major detours and program changes to the PLC
  • A simple, cost-effective solution without special technical requirements

MB Software Data Suite 3 Flugzeugbau Anwendungen


Case

Especially older testing systems can only display and print out the measured values for the material and component tests. Therefore, the values have to be read manually and the printouts have to be laboriously typed into Excel.

 

Solution with DataSuite

  • Automatic data entry into an Excel spreadsheet


Result

  • Fewer errors and great time savings

MB Software Data Suite 3 Anwendungen Automation

Case

Complex and high-quality machines are used in production. These can be optimally adjusted thanks to many setting parameters. But this also makes it costly in the case of recipe changes.
 


Solution with DataSuite

  • Settings are loaded into the machine from a USB stick or network drive at the touch of a button


Result

  • Provision of presettings as Excel file for customers
  • Resetting to original settings is possible without complications
  • Flexibility and independence from TIA Portal and other Siemens products

MB Software Data Suite 3 Anwendung Drucken

Case

A report is to be printed for each manufactured part, which is to be signed by the machine operator.
 

Solution with DataSuite

  • Create print templates with a customized Excel file
    Set protocol data in DataSuite 3
  • Set protocol data in DataSuite 3
  • Automatically print Excel file on connected printer


Result

  • Easy printing of quality protocols on self-designed Excel template

MB Software Data Suite 3 Einzelfertigung Anwendung

Case

In make-to-order production, the requests for integrated data solutions, such as ERP connection or PDF protocol exports, are increasing. To remain competitive, a universal solution is needed that can also be used quickly and easily by PLC programmers.
 

Solution with DataSuite

  • DataSuite 3 is a Swiss army knife
  • Intuitively operable for PLC programmer and customer


Result

  • Competitiveness through universal software solution
  • Software integration for PLC programmers easily possible


Case

Within the scope of ISO standards and audits, IT security must be given. Production orders are to be loaded from the ERP system directly into the machine. And the produced parts should be automatically reported back to the ERP system. Unfortunately, however, the ERP provider does not offer a secure machine connection or the options offered are very expensive.
 


Solution with DataSuite

  • Load and retrieve data to and from the machine with a secure OPC-UA connection


Result

  • ISO standards and audits compliant import and export of machine data
  • Cost-effective and good software solution for ERP connection

MB Software Data Suite 3 Maschinenhersteller Anwendung

Case

The machines are to be equipped with an Excel export function to provide the customer with a simple evaluation option for the parts produced. This increases the value of the machines for the customers.
 


Solution with DataSuite

  • With DataSuite 3, evaluations of machine data are simple and automated
  • With the white labeling function even the logo of the customer can be on the evaluations


Result

  • Uniform solution for individual small series
  • Increase in value of the machines
  • Increase of reputation as a machine builder

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Case

QA needs evaluations of tool wear in order to be able to plan and carry out predictive maintenance. However, a great deal of machine data must be collected for this purpose.

Solution with DataSuite

  • Block trigger and performance mode for storing large amounts of data


Result

  • Uncomplicated and fast saving of large amounts of data in Excel

Typical applications

MB Software Data Suite 3 - Anwendungen Schraubenhersteller

Case

Until now, production data had to be entered manually into the ERP system. In order to always have an overview of the order status in production and to reduce manual, error-prone activities, the machines and plants are to be connected directly to the ERP system. However, the ERP software used does not offer the option of retrieving data directly from the machines and plants.

Solution with DataSuite 3

Read out the production data from the machines and plants and write it into a CSV file
ERP system can import CSV files and reads in the file automatically – The production data is available in ERP


Result

  • PLC programmers can compile the necessary data for the CSV files without major detours and program changes to the PLC
  • A simple, cost-effective solution without special technical requirements

MB Software Data Suite 3 Flugzeugbau Anwendungen

Case

Especially older testing systems can only display and print out the measured values for the material and component tests. Therefore, the values have to be read manually and the printouts have to be laboriously typed into Excel.

Solution with DataSuite 3

  • Automatic data entry into an Excel spreadsheet


Result

  • Fewer errors and great time savings

 

MB Software Data Suite 3 Anwendungen Automation

Case

Complex and high-quality machines are used in production. These can be optimally adjusted thanks to many setting parameters. But this also makes it costly in the case of recipe changes.
 


Solution with DataSuite 3

  • Settings are loaded into the machine from a USB stick or network drive at the touch of a button


Result

  • Provision of presettings as Excel file for customers
  • Resetting to original settings is possible without complications
  • Flexibility and independence from TIA Portal and other Siemens products

MB Software Data Suite 3 Anwendung Drucken

Case

A report is to be printed for each manufactured part, which is to be signed by the machine operator.
 

Solution with DataSuite 3

  • Create print templates with a customized Excel file
    Set protocol data in DataSuite 3
  • Set protocol data in DataSuite 3
  • Automatically print Excel file on connected printer


Result

  • Easy printing of quality protocols on self-designed Excel template

MB Software Data Suite 3 Einzelfertigung Anwendung

Case

In make-to-order production, the requests for integrated data solutions, such as ERP connection or PDF protocol exports, are increasing. To remain competitive, a universal solution is needed that can also be used quickly and easily by PLC programmers.
 

Solution with DataSuite 3

  • DataSuite 3 is a Swiss army knife
  • Intuitively operable for PLC programmer and customer


Result

  • Competitiveness through universal software solution
  • Software integration for PLC programmers easily possible

Case

Within the scope of ISO standards and audits, IT security must be given. Production orders are to be loaded from the ERP system directly into the machine. And the produced parts should be automatically reported back to the ERP system. Unfortunately, however, the ERP provider does not offer a secure machine connection or the options offered are very expensive.
 


Solution with DataSuite 3

  • Load and retrieve data to and from the machine with a secure OPC-UA connection


Result

  • ISO standards and audits compliant import and export of machine data
  • Cost-effective and good software solution for ERP connection

MB Software Data Suite 3 Maschinenhersteller Anwendung

Case

The machines are to be equipped with an Excel export function to provide the customer with a simple evaluation option for the parts produced. This increases the value of the machines for the customers.
 


Solution with DataSuite 3

  • With DataSuite 3, evaluations of machine data are simple and automated
  • With the white labeling function even the logo of the customer can be on the evaluations


Result

  • Uniform solution for individual small series
  • Increase in value of the machines
  • Increase of reputation as a machine builder

MB Software Data Suite 3 Daten sammeln

Case

QA needs evaluations of tool wear in order to be able to plan and carry out predictive maintenance. However, a great deal of machine data must be collected for this purpose.

Solution with DataSuite 3

  • Block trigger and performance mode for storing large amounts of data


Result

  • Uncomplicated and fast saving of large amounts of data in Excel

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We show you in our live demo what DataSuite can do. Alternatively, download our free trial version and try out DataSuite for 30 days without obligation.

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We show you in our live demo what DataSuite 3 can do. Alternatively, download our free trial version and try out DataSuite for 30 days without obligation.

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"The success of DataSuite 2 was a great incentive to go one step further. With the new DataSuite 3, we have not only added new functions, a completely new platform has been developed according to the current state of software technology."

S7 Daten Software Entwickler

Florian Baldus
Senior Software Developer
[MB] Software

DataSuite is the software for capturing and processing machine data and plant data.

It can be used in a variety of ways and can replace traditional machine data collection software. It can also be used to connect SQL databases or to create PDF or Excel documents with machine data.

The possibilities of DataSuite are as diverse and individual as your applications.

With the DataSuite software, you can also print out diagrams and test reports in tabular form with your Siemens S7 PLC or save them as a file.

The highlight: You can also load or write data and files from the PC to your machine control (PLC/S7). These can be, for example, Excel files with recipes for your production or order data from your ERP system, e.g. SAP.