Karl Mayer launched KM.ON – a new brand for delivering digital solutions and also showcased its own software start-up at ITMA ASIA. Representing digital driven innovation KM.ON brought together the digital solutions portfolio of the Karl Mayer Digital Factory, a new software start-up, and the entire Karl Mayer Group.
Eight solutions to exploit KM.ON easily and securely
KM.ON’s digital portfolio comprises eight solution categories k.ey – a conventional industry PC together with an appropriate software – provides access to the solutions. The platform of hardware and software can be installed easily and links the machines securely to the protected cloud. This is based on the expertise gained by participating in Adamos with regard to the use of an open IIoT environment which is specifically focused on the needs of machinery and plant construction. This enables the benefits of KM.ON to be exploited easily and securely.
These eight KM.ON solution categories, alongwith the first apps and solutions covering the three areas of management, maintenance and service, were presented At ITMA ASIA 2018.
Improving process transparency
The system, made up of k.management enabled the customers to look at the current production process,
regardless of location and in real time. The production data was displayed clearly on a dashboard. This simple way of delivering information improved process transparency and acted as a valid database for decision-making and planning.
Supporting customers in maintenance operations
The solutions in the k.maintenance category were designed to support customers in their own maintenance operations. In the first solution, Karl Mayer showcased the Check Parts app for testing the authenticity of the spare parts, with expanded functions. The scan-to-order feature of the app makes it even easier to order spare parts online. Automatic data transfer improves the customers’ day-to-day operations when ordering on site, as well as for warehousing.
Managing communication between company and customer
The product portfolio of k.service will, in the long term, include all the functions that manage the communication between the customer and Karl Mayer, should the client require assistance. The ability to make contact quickly, together with efficient communication procedures, guarantees a high level of machine availability. The company is showcased the latest developments in this system, based on the tried-and-tested CONNECT app, in Shanghai.
Driving digitisation forward
Karl Mayer is systematically driving the topic of digitisation forward in order to seize the opportunities offered by the upheavals of the time. The Karl Mayer Digital Factory is a pioneering company operating alongside this innovative market leader. It employs a team of software specialists and technology experts in a new, creative environment away from the main company headquarters.
Another integral part of Karl Mayer’s digitisation strategy is its participation in Adamos, a strategic alliance of German global market leaders in machine construction and the Software AG. On the basis of the Adamos technology, and as part of this network for developments, Karl Mayer is living up with the product portfolio of the new KM.ON brand to its claim of being a global market leader also in terms of digital Solutions.
