Machine Connect and Monitoring for Manufacturers

Machine connect and monitoring is the process of connecting production equipment to software that captures live operating data. Harmoni collects information such as machine status, cycle time, utilization, downtime, and production activity, then combines it with operator and ERP context. This gives manufacturing teams a current view of what is happening at each workcenter instead of relying on delayed manual reports.

Yes. Harmoni is designed to connect to existing CNC and manufacturing equipment without requiring machine replacement. It supports major control types and manufacturers, including Mazak, Haas, Fanuc, Heidenhain, Siemens, DMG MORI, Makino, and Fadal. Where MTConnect is available, Harmoni can use it; adapter layers can help connect older controls as well.

Harmoni can monitor live machine status, cycle times, utilization, downtime, and OEE-related performance information. The platform also helps classify downtime by operational reason, such as changeovers, breakdowns, micro-stops, material waits, operator waits, or quality holds. When paired with RFID, quality, and ERP data, teams gain clearer job and labor context around those machine events.

Machine monitoring supplies the timely data needed to measure the three OEE pillars: availability, performance, and quality. Harmoni helps teams move beyond a single OEE number by identifying the specific conditions contributing to lost production time. That allows continuous-improvement efforts to focus on recurring breakdowns, slow cycles, changeovers, quality holds, and other measurable sources of loss.

Harmoni offers native integrations with Epicor, Infor, Infor Visual, ECI JobBoss, JobBoss2, ABAS, and ODOO, plus custom integration options for legacy and on-premise ERP systems. It can automatically push labor records, machine production time, scrap, and quality data into the ERP. This reduces CSV imports, manual data entry, and reconciliation work while supporting job costing and capacity planning.

Harmoni is designed to deploy in weeks, not through a machine-replacement project. The deployment approach depends on the equipment controls, ERP environment, data requirements, and workcenter workflows involved. A focused implementation typically begins by connecting priority machines and operational data sources, then expands as teams validate dashboards, automation, and process-control requirements across the plant.

Yes. Harmoni provides a centralized command center at the workcenter for operators. Depending on the configured capabilities, operators can receive the appropriate job context, work instructions, setup sheets, and quality checksheets at the machine. RFID-based identification can also recognize nearby employees and jobs, reducing manual entry and helping ensure the right information is available for the work being performed.

Harmoni offers multi-factor authentication and machine-level access controls for sensitive jobs and restricted programs. It maintains audit logs showing who accessed a machine, program, and time of access. These capabilities can support DFARS-aligned cybersecurity practices and CMMC access-management requirements for defense contractors. A Government Cloud deployment option is also available for organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information.