Introduction
Allie is an AI-powered software solution designed to enhance manufacturing performance. It integrates directly with the factory floor, leveraging data from various sources to provide real-time insights, predictive analytics, and generative capabilities.
Key Features and Functionality
Data Acquisition and Integration
Allie connects directly to PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems via its Edge Gateway. This setup enables the collection of high-quality, real-time data, which can also be extracted from existing Historian systems.
Real-Time Factory Visualization
The platform offers a comprehensive real-time view of the manufacturing lines. Users can view the factory at a high level, drill down into specific lines and stations, and monitor process variables. It integrates with various operating systems, including ERP, MES, CMMS, and signal-enabled data sources to provide a unified view of the factory’s performance.
Generation and Prediction
Allie utilizes Machine Learning (ML) and Generative AI (GenAI) to analyze the collected data. This allows for real-time predictions of downtime and identification of the underlying root causes. Users can “talk to the factory” by asking questions about any metric at any point in time, significantly accelerating the time to insight without the need for manual data analysis.
Product Suite
- Allie Secure Edge Gateway: Ensures secure data collection and transmission.
- RealTime Factory: Provides real-time visualization of the factory floor.
- Machine Learning FactoryGPT: Leverages ML and GenAI for predictive and generative insights.
Deployment
The deployment process involves identifying critical stations on the manufacturing line, performing necessary installations and communication upgrades, and setting up the Allie Secure Edge Gateway to collect real-time data. This process is streamlined into three steps: machine instrumentation and data acquisition, real-time factory visualization, and generation and prediction.
In summary, Allie is a powerful AI-driven tool that enhances manufacturing performance by providing real-time data visualization, predictive analytics, and generative insights, all integrated seamlessly into the existing factory infrastructure.