How can machine builders monitor and analyze machine conditions in real time?

Synchronous acquisition of controller, sensor, drive, and process data enables full real-time visibility into machine behavior. With ibaPDA, the iba-System records high-resolution signals from all relevant sources and provides them centrally for analysis and visualization. This allows engineers to detect and evaluate process deviations immediately. Especially in dynamic machine environments, this significantly improves responsiveness during operation and commissioning.

How can wear and degradation in machinery be detected early using process data?

Continuous analysis of high-resolution raw data makes it possible to identify gradual changes in machine behavior at an early stage. The iba-System correlates vibration data, currents, temperatures, and process values to detect reliable wear indicators. Using tools such as ibaInSpectra and ibaInCycle, trends, thresholds, and cyclic patterns can be monitored automatically. This enables predictive maintenance planning before unplanned failures occur.

How can machine performance be benchmarked across multiple lines or locations?

Standardized data acquisition provides the foundation for cross-site machine benchmarking. The iba-System centrally records, stores, and analyzes identical KPIs and process parameters from multiple machines or production lines. Using ibaHD-Server and ibaDaVIS, engineers can compare long-term trends, utilization rates, and quality indicators across different locations. This helps identify best-performing processes and optimization opportunities more efficiently.

How does centralized data acquisition improve collaboration between machine builders and operators?

A shared and transparent data foundation significantly improves technical collaboration between OEMs and plant operators. With the iba-System, both parties can access identical raw data, events, and signal trends, enabling objective troubleshooting and process analysis. Remote access and standardized analysis workflows using ibaAnalyzer also accelerate support activities and optimization projects. This reduces downtime and improves service efficiency.

How can machine-specific data acquisition systems be integrated into existing plants?

Machine builders require data acquisition solutions that integrate independently of existing control architectures. The iba-System supports numerous industrial interfaces such as PROFINET, PROFIBUS, EtherNet/IP, and OPC UA, enabling flexible connectivity to existing machines and automation systems. With ibaPDA-PLC-Xplorer, data from different vendors can be acquired synchronously within a single platform. This makes the system suitable for both new installations and retrofit or brownfield projects.

Machine Building

Key Users

The iba system provides machine builders with a real-time view into machine behavior, helping to detect anomalies early and respond with precision. This not only ensures smooth commissioning but also extends machine lifespan. With synchronized data acquisition, you gain deep insights into performance and the ability to compare machines centrally – empowering both you and your customers to make smarter decisions.

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Optimize Machine Performance

With the iba system, machine builders gain full transparency across machines and systems. Centralized data acquisition and comparison make it easy to detect irregularities early and track wear over time, enabling faster reactions and preventing costly failures. From commissioning to long-term operation, the iba system supports diagnostics, documentation, and efficient collaboration between builder and operator.

Detect tear and wear

to enable timely and targeted interventions

Empower customers

with direct access to machine data

Compare machine performance

centrally across multiple lines or sites

Comprehensive visualizations

of real-time machine data

Establish a data acquisition layer

for machine specific applications

The iba system offers machine builders a real added value: real-time data visualization and a standardized acquisition layer for their machines. This also empowers their customers.

Dr. Ulrich Lettau
CEO, iba AG

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Edge Analytics: Analyze Process Data Where it is Generated

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How can machine builders monitor and analyze machine conditions in real time?: Synchronous acquisition of controller, sensor, drive, and process data enables full real-time visibility into machine behavior. With ibaPDA, the iba-System records high-resolution signals from all relevant sources and provides them centrally for analysis and visualization. This allows engineers to detect and evaluate process deviations immediately. Especially in dynamic machine environments, this significantly improves responsiveness during operation and commissioning.
How can wear and degradation in machinery be detected early using process data?: Continuous analysis of high-resolution raw data makes it possible to identify gradual changes in machine behavior at an early stage. The iba-System correlates vibration data, currents, temperatures, and process values to detect reliable wear indicators. Using tools such as ibaInSpectra and ibaInCycle, trends, thresholds, and cyclic patterns can be monitored automatically. This enables predictive maintenance planning before unplanned failures occur.
How can machine performance be benchmarked across multiple lines or locations?: Standardized data acquisition provides the foundation for cross-site machine benchmarking. The iba-System centrally records, stores, and analyzes identical KPIs and process parameters from multiple machines or production lines. Using ibaHD-Server and ibaDaVIS, engineers can compare long-term trends, utilization rates, and quality indicators across different locations. This helps identify best-performing processes and optimization opportunities more efficiently.
How does centralized data acquisition improve collaboration between machine builders and operators?: A shared and transparent data foundation significantly improves technical collaboration between OEMs and plant operators. With the iba-System, both parties can access identical raw data, events, and signal trends, enabling objective troubleshooting and process analysis. Remote access and standardized analysis workflows using ibaAnalyzer also accelerate support activities and optimization projects. This reduces downtime and improves service efficiency.
How can machine-specific data acquisition systems be integrated into existing plants?: Machine builders require data acquisition solutions that integrate independently of existing control architectures. The iba-System supports numerous industrial interfaces such as PROFINET, PROFIBUS, EtherNet/IP, and OPC UA, enabling flexible connectivity to existing machines and automation systems. With ibaPDA-PLC-Xplorer, data from different vendors can be acquired synchronously within a single platform. This makes the system suitable for both new installations and retrofit or brownfield projects.