Converged Platform
Data Security
All data is stored in a secure environment using:
- Encryption during transmission
- Access control
- Backup
- Security monitoring
Each club member retains full control over their data by hosting it in their own cloud, managing access rights, and ensuring the protection of confidential information.
Technologies and Tools
AI Solutions and Intelligent Agents
Our AI systems operate 24/7 to receive and process orders using integration with leading AI platforms:
- DeepSeek for detailed analysis of technical requirements,
- Claude for assessing project complexity and cost,
- ChatGPT for prompt communication with clients and clarification of details,
- Mistral for optimizing production processes,
- Gemini for visual quality control and early defect detection.
Additionally, predictive analytics technology monitors equipment status and forecasts potential failures. This allows for proactive maintenance planning, avoiding downtime, and efficiently utilizing resources.
Software Modules
The integrated management system covers all key aspects of production:
- Equipment load planning for optimal resource allocation,
- Order execution control considering urgency and priorities,
- Quality management based on automated checklists and data collection,
- Material and resource accounting necessary for accurate planning and cost analysis.
Additionally, built-in analytical tools allow for calculating key performance indicators, identifying potential constraints, and forecasting results, ensuring continuous improvement of all production processes.
Industrial IoT
Modules based on ESP32 are used to collect logs and key performance indicators of production equipment. The collected data is transmitted to a central platform where in-depth real-time analysis occurs.
The system provides:
- Visualization of key indicators and processes,
- Automatic notifications in case of deviations or failures,
- Generation of reports on machine performance and load,
- Analytical tools for assessing efficiency and identifying bottlenecks.
Below is the correct version with working tables:
Main Connection Methods
| Interface | Equipment | How to Connect | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| RS-232 (DNC) | Old CNC (Fanuc, Siemens 10–20 years, etc.) | ESP32 + MAX3232, port-parameter setup | 60–70% |
| UART (TTL) | Grbl (mini-mills), Marlin/Repetier (3D printers) | Direct TX/RX connection | 70–80% |
| Ethernet | Ruida (lasers), MTConnect, OPC-UA (industrial machines) | LAN cable, network configuration | ~50% |
Complexity and Cost of Implementation
Below are average estimates of costs and efforts per machine (or one device), considering the need to purchase inexpensive components and perform basic interface setup.
| Equipment | Setup Complexity | Approximate Cost* |
|---|---|---|
| Old CNC (RS-232) | - Connect MAX3232 to ESP32 - Set up DNC/baudrate/XON-XOFF - Check DB25/DB9 pinout | ~30–50 USD |
| Modern Chinese | - For UART (Grbl), a pair of TX/RX is sufficient - For Ethernet (Ruida), protocol knowledge is needed - Sometimes non-standard connectors | ~20–40 USD |
| Open 3D Printers | - Most FDM printers (Marlin, Repetier) have an open port - Minimal firmware setup required | ~10–30 USD |
| Closed/Specific | - No standard ports or proprietary protocol - Additional sensors or complex reverse engineering required | >50 USD |
*Includes approximate price of ESP32 (5–10 USD), adapters (MAX3232, Ethernet cable), and basic installation work.
Integration Features with Various Equipment
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Open Systems (Grbl, Marlin, Repetier, LinuxCNC):
Easy to obtain logs and statuses through a standard text protocol (G-codes,ok/errorresponses). Simply solder to TX/RX or connect to USB-Serial. -
Classic CNC (Fanuc, Siemens, Haas):
Usually have RS-232. The machine can provide basic statuses (program completion, error) and send/receive G-codes. -
Modern Chinese Machines (Ruida, Trocen, DSP Controllers):
- Ruida (lasers): supports Ethernet, has an open protocol for statuses.
- Trocen: protocol is partially closed, requires analysis or special programs.
- No-name DSP: non-standard ports possible, requires an individual approach.
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Closed/Specific Solutions:
If the controller has no available port, separate sensors can be installed (spindle operation monitoring, vibration sensors, current consumption) or “sniffing” on the internal control bus can be implemented.
Advantages for Production
- Downtime Reduction: the system promptly reports failures.
- Planning Optimization: current data on work progress helps better distribute orders.
- Flexibility and Scalability: several dozen machines can be connected to a single SaaS platform.
- Low Costs: a solution based on ESP32 and simple adapters allows digitizing most equipment without major modifications.
Thus, the log collection module is a universal tool for “digitizing” machines and 3D printers. It simplifies monitoring and analysis of production processes, helping operators and managers effectively manage equipment and respond to potential problems in real-time.
How the cloud is structured
How data is stored