Technical diagnostics
Already when working at ZKL, our founder Jan Otoupalík found out the consequences of the lack of technical diagnostics for the industry. He saw many customers willing to pay multiples of the price for accelerated bearing production and resumption of operation. These unscheduled shutdowns that drain the manufacturing plant can be prevented by monitoring its condition. At 4dot, we first focused on technical diagnostics of bearings, specializing in slow-running bearings for heavy-duty applications. Since 2017, modules for non-rotating parts and machines have also been developed.
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Sliding bearings
This module prevents shortening of the lifespan of sliding bearings, reduces accidents, and helps to manage service interventions. In the Sliding Bearings module, a higher level of protection is implemented by monitoring wear and lubrication in the bearing itself.
Frame
The availability of key forming machines can be lost due to frame rupture. The Frame module limits local breakdown of the structure, detects the occurrence of fatigue cracks, and allows targeted intervention to protect the press from rupture.
Machine stiffness
The anchoring of the machine ensures that the stress is distributed in the frame of the press. If the machine starts to oscillate due to a change in anchoring or improper use, the Machine Stiffness module will detect this condition. Maintenance specialists have the possibility to intervene in a targeted and timely manner.
Clearance
An overview of the slide clearance during each stroke makes it possible to plan final production quality and evaluate the permissibility of higher clearance in relation to higher wear and stress on the press. The Clearance module is also a quick tool for clearance evaluation after a breakdown of the press.
Tool deformation
The development of partial failures of the tool is not detectable by measuring the total force. The Deformation module allows the detection of small deviations in the loading of a complex tool and of an incipient problem. This insight into the inner workings of the tool enables targeted and timely intervention in order to prevent overloading and damage to the tool through unsuitable use.
Rolling bearings
Awareness of the condition of rolling bearings, key components of machines, allows you to manage the availability of production capacity, protect the machine, and reduce maintenance costs. The Bearings module enables you to intervene in an accurate and targeted manner, and to preserve your available production capacity.
