Hey all,
I’ve been exploring ways to integrate Ignition with machines used in custom plastic fabrication, specifically thermoforming and CNC routers. Has anyone here set up data acquisition or machine control for plastic forming equipment? I’m thinking of logging parameters like heater temps, vacuum pressure, or even tracking cycle times for forming sheets of acrylic or polycarbonate.
I’d love to hear if anyone has experience with this kind of setup—what OPC servers you used, any challenges connecting older machines, and if you were able to generate useful dashboards for operators.
Thanks in advance!