DEPRAG CZ + Industry 4.0 = air-operated grinder DIQ
Air-operated grinders with revolutionary technology which continuously tracks the device’s
DEPRAG CZ a.s. opens up unimagined possibilities for your pneumatic tools through their new platform DIQ. The subsidiary of DEPRAG SCHULZ GMBH u. CO. is developing swiftly with new innovations and distinguishing itself with the recent design of an Industry 4.0/Smart Factory platform showcasing a brand new type of grinding technology which did not exist previously. Within the brand of DEPRAG INDUSTRIAL these professional air tools are distributed around the globe.
Their revolutionary Industry 4.0/Smart Factory Platform DIQ has been created from a new technology which enables continuous monitoring of the grinders and displays the complexity in production companies. The Technical Director at DEPRAG CZ, Dr. Michal Hubálek, explains: ”Our clients often tell us that they are unable to acquire data relating to the operating time of the grinder, the impact of load and the total service outlay etc. Therefore, it is not possible to effectively utilize the machine’s working capacity in relation to the operator. Furthermore, grinders often come into service late which means that costs increase. We decided to do something about this and therefore developed our new DIQ technology!”
Everyday examples
On-board computers, for example in cars, can reliably report on the number of kilometers driven, average or current fuel consumption, journey time since departure or the remaining kilometers until the next service is due. On-board computers can provide the driver with useful and relevant information and also display warning messages. They will display a reminder that the service inspection is due.
The administration of a fleet of company vehicles is more difficult. The person responsible has to visually inspect all cars. When is the next service due on which vehicle? They need to physically gather all information or rely on each driver, or otherwise risk losing the validity of the guarantee. This type of supervision entails a great deal of time and effort.
The DEPRAG air-operated grinders are now equipped with a similar type of ”fleet management”, including on-board computer. This can fundamentally reduce the costs and complexity involved in regular servicing of the grinders. Just like company cars, regular servicing is essential and strictly regulated. It is clearly worth avoiding lengthy downtimes and the expenditure caused by the malfunction of tools.
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