Smart manufacturing solutions to accelerate your digital journey
We know the importance of smart solutions for manufacturing because we use them ourselves. With EcoStruxure, we’re implementing the Internet of Things (IIoT) throughout our global supply chain. Across our Smart Factories and Smart Distribution Centres, we’ve reduced energy costs by between 10% and 30% and maintenance costs between 30% and 50%.
See how our solutions can do the same for you.
Five reasons to invest in smart operations
1. Agile managementDriving faster and better decisions to help improve customer satisfaction and service speeds. 2. Asset performancePredictive analytics for reduced downtime and more efficient operations. 3. Empowered operatorsAccess to real-time assets, data, and innovative technology for increased safety and efficiency in maintenance processes, and increased workforce engagement. 4. Energy and reliabilityReduced energy consumption, costs, and carbon footprint, and improved power monitoring through real-time insights and connected metres. 5. Cybersecure operations on multiple levelsProduct and system security, with added value in secure solution design, training, and managed security services.
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What you'll find in our Smart Factories
Our Smart Factories have been recognised by the World Economic Forum for leading the way in smart manufacturing. Factories in Lexington, USA, Le Vaudreuil, France, and Hyderabad, India have been recognised as Sustainability Lighthouses, three of only 17 worldwide. They, along with facilities in Batam, Indonesia, and Wuxi, China, are designated Advanced 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) Lighthouses. Facilities in Wuhan, China, and Monterrey, Mexico, are recognised as Developing 4IR Lighthouses.
EcoStruxure Power is an IoT-enabled architecture and platform that digitises and simplifies low and medium-voltage electrical distribution systems. It provides actionable data to aid the decisions that help protect people, safeguard assets, maximise operational efficiency and business continuity, and maintain regulatory compliance.
From design to integration, right through to commissioning, EcoStruxure Building brings best-in-class engineering efficiency to your building. Combined with our asset and energy performance services, we enable lifetime efficiency of your building ensuring productivity and comfort for occupants.
EcoStruxure Building Advisor
A wide range of on-site and remote connected services to increase the performance, efficiency, and reliability of your building.
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Actionable insights needed to better manage and optimise buildings, improve engineering efficiency, and meet increased cybersecurity and compliance needs.
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Achieve business excellence with smart machine solutions. EcoStruxure Machine brings key technologies for product connectivity and edge control on-premises, using cloud technologies to provide analytics and digital services.
EcoStruxure Machine Advisor
Cloud-based service for machine builders to track machines in operation worldwide, monitor performance data and fix exceptional events.
EcoStruxure Augmented Operator Advisor
An industrial augmented reality application that combines contextual and local dynamic information for mobile users, enabling them to experience a fusion of the physical, real-life environment with virtual objects.
PacDrive 3 Robotics
Delta robot solutions designed for fast pick-and-place.
EcoStruxure Plant enables the scalable design and operation of connected systems with best-in-class cybersecurity built in at each layer to safely drive measurable operational profitability improvements.
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From seamless local production and integration at the grid edge to bridging demand and supply, EcoStruxure Grid increases your grid's efficiency for sustainable networks.
EcoStruxure Microgrid Advisor
Dynamically control on-site energy resources and loads to optimise your facility’s performance.
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On-site microgrid power production and demand management.
In a connected world, it's now more important than ever to protect critical information and data. Ensure that your data centre’s physical infrastructure can adapt quickly to support both future demands driven by IoT and growth — in the cloud and at the edge — without ever compromising availability or operational efficiency.
EcoStruxure IT Advisor
Cloud-based data centre management platform.
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A cloud-based data centre infrastructure management (DCIM) solution.
Micro Data Centre
Complete IT infrastructure within a stand-alone, secure enclosure for protection of critical business applications.
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Leaping forward from traditional machine automation, the Smart factory deploys smart manufacturing technologies for Industry 4.0. Physical machines are fitted with smart sensors and are connected to a cloud network where it uses data from connected operations and production systems to learn and adapt to spontaneous situations and make real-time decisions.Imagine your machines telling you when their temperature is out of desired levels, and you are able to receive alert notifications through your mobile device. This will greatly reduce 30-50% of unscheduled machine downtime, troubleshooting time & maintenance costs while accelerating productivity & machine efficiency.
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How can Smart Factory help you?
Increase your business profitability & productivity through our EcoStruxure architecture & IoT technologies.
The AOA is a custom application that puts real-time information at your fingertips, whenever and wherever it is needed. You get immediate access in the field to instant data diagnosis, user manuals, instructions, diagrams etc. This helps to improve operational efficiency with augmented reality, enabling operators to superimpose the current data & virtual objects onto a machine, or plant.Benefits-Improve operations & maintenance efficiency-Reduce operations & maintenance time & cost-Reduce operator errors during maintenance activity-Better support and easier information delivering
IOT Monitoring & System Alert is a cloud-connected monitoring and control system for plants & machines. It can detect issues that generate predictive maintenance alerts, so service staff can be dispatched to remedy problems before they cause a failure. Benefits-Machine Andon to notify management, maintenance, and other workers of a quality or process problem-Quality Statistical Process Control (SPC) to monitor process behavior & find solutions for production issues-Predictive Maintenance before and when equipment failure occurs
Additive manufacturing in 3D printing technology has advanced the design power of prototyping for new products. It helps to churn out a greater range of prototypes, maintenance spare parts, jigs, fixtures, and assemblies for customized end products in all desired shapes & designs.Benefits- Quality can be as good as the original parts- Faster availability of maintenance spare part- Faster feedback for prototypes- Cheaper alternative for specific imported spare parts and jigs
Why Should You Upgrade To A Smart Factory?
With the digitization powered by EcoStruxure, Schneider Electric's Smart Factory is driving end-to-end efficiency for the industrial environment.
Supported by the Singapore Government
Singapore government has earmarked significant time & money to invest in R&D projects, developing transformation maps & strengthening workforce’s skill sets to adopt Industry 4.0 model.
Agile Management & Process Efficiency
Creating shop-floor agility by connecting control to the enterprise level. With Lean Digitization, you are able to achieve better decisions & faster processing.
Asset Performance Management
With IIoT & Predictive Asset Analytics, you are able to predict and diagnose problems before they occur. Significantly help to reduce labor cost, maintenance cost & safety risk.
Empowered Operators
Empowering operators to drive effective decisions on the shop floor by bringing all real-time information in hand to act at the point of need or in case of repair, anytime anywhere.
Energy Efficiency & Reliability
Reduce up to 30% of your energy consumption as you get full visibility, control, and optimization over your power consumption and costs through real-time power monitoring, efficiency & sustainability insights.
Our Customer Stories with EcoStruxure™ Plant & Machine
Schneider Electric implemented EcoStruxure Resource Advisor, - an energy and sustainability management platform to monitor and track data across the company’s facilities worldwide for Whirlpool. With support from Schneider experts, data collection is now consistent and accurate, and Whirlpool’s staff is trained on EcoStruxure Resource Advisor.The Result:- 3 plants in Brazil have achieved the zero-waste-to-landfill goal,- 2 years earlier than expected (2020: ZERO WASTE ambition).
With Schneider Electric’s high-end PacDrive 3 motion control platform, Siasun has enhanced the performance of its single & multiple parallel robots, which means greater efficiency and cost savings for both Siasun and its customers.The Result:Greater parallel robots performance and up to 30% increase in efficiency with IoT EcoStruxure™.
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How can digital transformation and automation in Smart Factories drive energy reduction and speed up the transition to a sustainable future?
Schneider Electric helps make Smart Factory operations innovative and sustainable through an end-to-end digital transformation that improves operational efficiency and reduces energy consumption and CO2 emission. As an industrial technology leader with IoT and data analytics expertise, Schneider Electric's digital energy strategy for smart factories leverages IIoT connectivity, Edge analytics, and predictive analytics to drive energy efficiency and sustainability goals.
Discover EcoStruxure, our IIoT-enabled system that offers smart solutions for manufacturing that help reduce energy and maintenance costs across our Smart Factories and Smart Distribution Centres. Our Smart Factories, recognised by the World Economic Forum, lead the way in manufacturing with the latest digital tools, including augmented reality, remote monitoring, and predictive maintenance, to save energy, carbon footprint, and overall cost savings, while offering increasing agility and resiliency within the operation. Our scalable smart solutions with end-to-end cybersecurity for supporting applications and data analytics enable operators to view cloud-connected critical data anytime, anywhere, and from any device.
What defines a smart factory, and how does it support smart manufacturing?
A smart factory uses IoT, AI, and automation to connect machines, systems, and people with real-time insights. It supports smart manufacturing by enabling predictive maintenance, optimized production, energy efficiency, and faster decision-making. This ensures flexible, efficient, and resilient operations for today’s industry needs.
How do smart manufacturing help improve productivity and efficiency?
Smart manufacturing boosts productivity and efficiency by using IoT, AI, and data analytics to track processes in real time. It cuts downtime with predictive maintenance, streamlines workflows through automation, and reduces waste by optimizing resources. With faster insights and greater control, manufacturers can raise output, improve quality, and respond quickly to market needs while keeping operations cost-effective and sustainable.
What is smart manufacturing and how does it transform traditional production?
Smart manufacturing leverages advanced technologies such as IoT, AI, and automation to enhance production processes. It transforms traditional manufacturing by increasing efficiency, reducing downtime, improving product quality, and enables real-time decision-making through data-driven insights.
How can smart manufacturing improve operational efficiency and sustainability?
Smart manufacturing boosts operational efficiency by optimizing production schedules and minimizing waste. With real-time data analytics and automation, smart factories improve sustainability by reducing energy consumption and material waste, contributing to a greener manufacturing process.
What are the key components of a smart manufacturing system?
Key components of a smart manufacturing system include IoT sensors, automation systems, data analytics platforms, and cloud computing. These technologies enable real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and seamless integration, all crucial for the smooth functioning of a smart factory.
Why should manufacturers invest in smart manufacturing technologies?
Investing in smart manufacturing technologies helps manufacturers stay competitive by improving production speed, lowering costs, and enhancing product quality. These innovations make smart factories more adaptable, ensuring manufacturers can meet evolving market demands and optimize operations.
How does smart manufacturing support Industry 4.0 initiatives?
Smart manufacturing is a core part of Industry 4.0, driving automation, data exchange, and the integration of advanced technologies like IoT, AI, and robotics. Smart factories align with Industry 4.0 principles, fostering connected, intelligent systems for improved productivity and sustainability.
How does Schneider Electric enable smart manufacturing through its Smart Factory program?
Schneider Electric's Smart Factory program empowers manufacturers with cutting-edge solutions for automation and energy management. By leveraging IoT and AI technologies, its program helps create smart factories that drive operational excellence and sustainability in manufacturing processes.