With the advancement of next-generation information technology, an increasing number of factories are embarking on the construction of smart factories. However, challenges such as the difficulty in adapting legacy equipment and the complexity of data collection have gradually emerged, creating an apparent incompatibility between digital management in smart factories and older machinery. The introduction of the Andon system precisely addresses this issue. Developed independently by Alps System Integration (Dalian) Co., Ltd., the equipment status monitoring system enables real-time monitoring of equipment conditions in smart factories and promptly relays equipment issues to relevant personnel. Without requiring equipment replacement, it facilitates data collection through external acquisition terminals. The system achieves 99% compatibility across various production and manufacturing equipment, including injection molding machines, SMT equipment, and non-standard assembly machines. Its strong compatibility allows seamless integration with third-party systems, ensuring zero downtime, zero modification, and zero impact. This enables legacy equipment to undergo intelligent upgrades at a low cost.

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