Smart manufacturing data platform for industrial process control

Renishaw Central is a smart manufacturing data platform that collects, presents, and actions accurate process and metrology data. Discover how Renishaw Central can help you optimise your manufacturing processes.


Unlock the power of data-driven manufacturing

Today, factories are collecting and processing more data than ever before. But only those with access to the right data, at the right time, can take real advantages of the smart factory.

Renishaw Central is a manufacturing data platform that collects and presents process and metrology data from the shop floor. It connects to measurement devices across the manufacturing process and provides invaluable insights. Manufacturers can use these insights to analyse, identify, predict, and correct process errors before they occur.

The result is a highly efficient and productive factory, with optimised processes, reduced downtime and minimised waste, thereby reducing costs.

The benefits of a connected machine shop

On a connected shop floor, machines and systems communicate with each other by sharing data and trends. Real-time monitoring enables manufacturers to make informed decisions and have complete control of their end-to-end manufacturing.

Renishaw Central can connect to multiple devices (from Renishaw and other suppliers) across multiple factories, enabling you to:


How does it work?

Renishaw Central collects metrology, status, and alarm data from connected devices across the shop floor. Devices include additive manufacturing (AM) systems, on-machine measurements systems, shop floor gauging, and co-ordinate measuring machines (CMMs). With insight into the process performance of each workstation, manufacturers have a better understanding of where to take action.

In unattended processes, the status of devices can be monitored remotely. If any errors occur, they will be detected and displayed within the Renishaw Central platforms dashboards or other third party applications. As a result, an appropriate operator can be deployed to resolve the fault.

When coupled with Renishaws intelligent process control (IPC) module, Renishaw Central can process metrology data and automatically update machine tool variables. Enabling truly automated, closed-loop process control.

The platform operates on-premises, giving you fast and robust process control feedback. This allows your administrators to own your data collection and ensure your process control is not dependent on internet connections.

Live data can be displayed, sorted, filtered, and analysed within the easy-to-use dashboards.

For more information on Renishaw Central dashboards, download our comprehensive brochure at the bottom of the page.

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Renishaw Central gives you the confidence to implement automation, modernise your processes and take your decision making to the next level via actionable data.