Can you minimize downtime for Indramat systems? Is it worth the time and effort? Manufacturers lose an average of $260,000 per hour because of unscheduled downtime. While your small business might not lose a quarter of a million dollar an hour, downtime is a huge financial drain regardless of how big or small your company… Read more »
No one likes seeing an Indramat error code, F248 or otherwise. Staring at an “E” or “F” followed by a string of numbers is like your nemesis (people have nemeses right?) showing up at your house and saying, “I have a surprise for you.” You’re not sure what it is, but you have the feeling… Read more »
Indramat components are so low maintenance that it’s easy to forget that you have to maintain them at all. When your machinery needs constant maintenance and repairs, checking to make sure your machinery works properly is always fresh in your mind. However, since Indramat servo drives, servo motors, and servo controls rarely fail, a decade… Read more »
In 2018, 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses were reported by private industry employers. This figure didn’t change from the previous year, which made it the first year since 2012 that injuries and illnesses did not decline. Here are some tips to keep your factory safe. Train employees thoroughly There are some occupations where you… Read more »
If you find your Indramat servo suddenly out of commission, check the H1 display on your controller to see what is wrong. An Indramat F226 error code indicates an Undervoltage Error. Indramat parts and components are known for durability and longevity. While Indramat hasn’t existed as a company for decades, there are many facilities still… Read more »
You can go for years without seeing an error code on your Indramat system. Then, all of a sudden, it’s like you won the lottery that nobody wants to win; your system comes to a screeching halt with several Indramat error codes popping up at once. Most people don’t have much experience clearing one Indramat… Read more »
Medical manufacturing in the United States today looks a lot like it did in the middle of the 20th century. Many of the practices that were in use over 50 years ago — stretched out shipping lines and international supply chains — are still in use today. This is not a good thing. According to… Read more »
Indramat DDS drive error codes look a little different than other EcoDrive faults and errors. Instead of a four-character alphanumeric code, you just get two numbers. If you see the number 28 on your controller’s H1 display, you’re dealing with an excessive deviation fault message. Fortunately, we’re here to help you with any Indramat fault… Read more »
Your Indramat power supply module has a very important job. It converts electricity into a usable form for the drive, and it cuts power to the drive if something goes wrong. If your power supply goes out, you need to fix it as soon as possible. Identifying the cause of the problem isn’t always easy,… Read more »
Kaizen is a philosophy first practiced by Japanese businesses after World War II. The Japanese word kaizen translates to “change for better”. In manufacturing and business terms, kaizen is defined as “continuous improvement”. Small changes contribute to a significant outcome. Although this philosophy may have its origins in business and manufacturing, the practice is applied… Read more »
