Case 1: Fanuc System Troubleshooting
Background
A manufacturing company that produces metal products recently purchased a Fanuc system for automation purposes. The company is run by a management team that does not come from an engineering background and so requires a little extra assistance when it comes to troubleshooting any issues that crop up with their new system.
Situation
Due to the lack of experience of the management team, they contacted a Fanuc system expert to help them troubleshoot a few common issues they were encountering with their new system. The expert found that the primary problem was that components of their new Fanuc system were not properly connected, resulting in some serious errors when the system was operated.
Problem Solving Process
To help the company with their troubleshooting efforts, the expert took the following approaches to rectify the situation:
First, the expert examined the system’s wiring diagram to identify any improper connections, if any. The expert then substituted the necessary components based on the wiring diagram and ensured that everything was hooked up properly.
Next, the expert used diagnostic utilities, such as the system’s programmable logic controller (PLC) to troubleshoot any potential problems that may have arisen. The expert was able to locate and rectify any misconfigured settings and parameters.
Finally, the company worked with the expert to verify that the system had been adequately debugged and that all of the necessary components were properly connected.
Conclusion
The expert was able to successfully troubleshoot and rectify the errors present in the company’s new Fanuc system. After a few days of troubleshooting and debugging, the system was able to operate smoothly. The management team was very thankful for the expert’s help in resolving their issue, as they are now able to efficiently utilize the system for their business needs.
Case 2: Fanuc System Maintenance
Background
A manufacturing company that uses Fanuc systems for their automation needs was experiencing periodic failures with their machines as a result of improper maintenance and lack of preventive maintenance. This had resulted in the company experiencing unplanned downtimes and loss of productivity due to the malfunctioning systems.
Situation
The company contacted a Fanuc expert to assist them in preventing future system failures and to perform regular maintenance on their machines. The expert examined the system and determined the primary cause of the failures was not receiving the necessary routine maintenance and upgrades.
Problem Solving Process
To solve the problem, the expert proposed the following steps to help the company optimize the maintenance of their Fanuc systems:
First, the expert suggested that the company create a detailed preventative maintenance plan in order to ensure that the maintenance needs are taken care of quickly and efficiently.
Next, the expert recommended updating the machines software and firmware to the latest versions available to ensure that the system is running optimally.
Finally, the expert advised the company on how to troubleshoot any technical issues that may occur in the future, as well as on how to schedule periodic system tune-ups to keep the machines in top shape.
Conclusion
By following the expert’s advice, the company was able to improve the reliability of their Fanuc systems and prolong the life of their machines. As a result, the company experienced an increase in productivity and was able to avoid any potential system failures in the future.
