Minimise service calls ... with the OTA-capable i.Sense module

How can operational safety be increased and the service life of systems extended? Using the second-generation OTA-capable i.Sense module and integrating it into the superwise system makes monitoring and analysing machine data for preventive maintenance quick and easy.

The i.Sense GEN II NEW module now comes with over-the-air (OTA) updates for firmware and operating software. The second-generation i.Sense module records motion profile data from your machines and enables an IoT connection to the superwise portal - in addition to the tried-and-tested push/pull force and breakage monitoring. This reliably prevents system failures caused by foreign objects, misalignment or weathering effects. The option of seamless IoT integration with the superwise portal is of course included. The OTA update capability extends not only to firmware and operating software, but also to the parametrisation of the devices. By connecting to superwise with a communication module, service calls can be minimised and the product service life extended.
The module has already proven itself in thousands of push/pull force monitoring applications and hundreds of breakage monitoring applications in productive operation on crane systems, gantries and in projects. The module also offers a remote setup function via smartphone, which makes operation and maintenance even simpler and more efficient.

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Tech up

OTA update capability for firmware, operating software and parametrisation
Predictive maintenance, maintenance management, lifetime prediction thanks to optional superwise connection
Remote setup function via smartphone

Cost down

Minimise service calls
Avoid unplanned downtime
Extend product service life
Plan service and retrofit operations in good time

Proof

Several thousand push/pull force monitoring and hundreds of breakage detection in productive operation on crane systems, gantries and project applications

Sustainability

Supports sustainability by reducing maintenance work

Looking into the future with i.Cee ...

... concepts for predictive maintenance

When will it be necessary to replace the components? When should I schedule maintenance? The i.Cee module helps to answer these questions. There are numerous integration options in predictive maintenance concepts. From preventive service management, which schedules regular maintenance depending on use, to location-independent fault management, which uses various mobile channels to immediately report any unforeseen change. All information is aggregated in a modern dashboard, online or offline in the local network, depending on the customer's requirements.

The superwise service - simply explained

superwise Basic
All system data is displayed and a service life forecast is created based on your information and the well-known algorithms of the tried-and-tested online service life calculator. In good time before the end of the safe operating time of the igus® e-chain system®, the igus® sales department will make you an offer to replace the system!

superwise Silver
The smart plastics condition monitoring components reliably prevent total failure caused by broken chains, blockage, or cable damage. In the event of a shutdown, you will be informed immediately by e-mail or SMS, and the igus® sales department will also be notified so that fast deliveries can be arranged if necessary. All reports are saved with measured values in the portal and can be evaluated at a later point in time for diagnostic purposes. In addition to the basic service, the system optionally records a movement profile, allowing for a more precise service life calculation or service planning.

superwise Gold
Additional sensors are installed in your system, which determine the actual wear of the e-chain systems® or cables. This status information is available to you 24/7 via the i.Cee portal and enables you to plan long-term maintenance and retrofits. Depending on the i.Cee hardware in use, sensor data can be saved for later evaluation. The i.Cee systems are designed to detect unusual operating conditions at an early stage and to generate preventive information in good time!

You determine the manner of data transfer and access

Data transfer within your local corporate network (i.Cee:local) or on a secure cloud (i.Cee:cloud)

i.Cee:local

Your data do not leave your company network at any time, since the i.Cee software communicates only within networks of your choice. Options range from an energy chain within a single machine to a machine park and your own output interface.

i.Cee:cloud

In this internet-based solution, the data take an intermediate stop at the i.Cee.net, a so-called data concentrator. The i.Cee.net is at your location, allowing you to stop or adjust data exchange with the cloud at any time.