Eclipse Production Management System

The Eclipse Production Management System is the platform software that links the production scheduling office to the shop floor. Downloading orders, uploading production data and real time machine monitoring are automatically managed by Eclipse. Company-wide production information is gathered from the production line and assembled into detailed reports. These reports are information-based tools to make better-informed decisions about process improvements and buying decisions.

Download Orders
Eclipse downloads orders directly from production scheduling to the machines on the shop floor. This eliminates operator programming and avoids costly errors. With a reduction in errors, increased production capacity can be increased by as much as 40%.

Upload Production Data
Eclipse uploads information directly from the shop floor. Every inch of material run through each machine is recorded. This feature allows Eclipse to track run vs. idle time and reasons for every delay.

Real Time Status
Eclipse monitors every machine on the network. This allows you to track orders while in progress. This gives you the ability to see problems as they happen and allows you to make faster decisions with less downtime.

System Compatibility
Eclipse integrates easily into your system under Windows 9x, Windows NT, Windows 2000 or higher, and also links with your EPR/MRP system. Eclipse links your production scheduling office to 30 or more XL200 Series machine controllers.

Base Module
Included in the Eclipse base module is two-way communications package, between the shop floor and production scheduling office. The base module also includes order entry and downloading to each machine, as well as, real time status information.

Schedule Orders
Included in the Base Module of the Eclipse system is a Schedule Orders feature. This feature allows you to schedule orders on an automated basis, reducing any chance of order errors. Functions include:

· Assigning orders to machines based on product type
· Creating sequence for automatic download when machines run low on work
· Scheduling orders for download by a date and time
· Placing/recalling orders from machines immediately
· Printing order details
· Displaying orders for specific machines or all machines
· Selecting sets of orders using filter criteria

Reports
The Base Module creates several reports for better records and vital information. These reports include:

· Orders and Cut-list
- Order summary list
- Schedule details

· Order Sequence
- Orders summary
- Schedule details

· Communications Log

View sample reports (pdf)

Optional Modules
AMS offers several options for the Eclipse software to customize your system to better fit your production needs. These options include:

· Production Tracking
· Punch Programming
· Coil Inventory Management
· Multi-User
· Import/Export Data
· Custom Label Generator

What's New in Eclipse

Future Developments

Material Traceability using Eclipse

Product Brocure (pdf)

Product Manual (pdf)