AndonCloud

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

• What kind of data does the MQTT node support on the AndonCloud system?

  The MQTT node processes incoming data from machines, equipment and sensors, allowing it to be further used in the system for analysis and visualization.

• What types of messages can an MQTT node receive?

  It can receive a variety of text data in JSON format, numbers, logical values or statuses, which are further mapped to actions in the system.

• Does configuring an MQTT node require programming knowledge?

  No, the configuration has been simplified to the level of a graphical editor, so no programming knowledge is required.

• How fast does MQTT data appear in the AndonCloud system?

  The data is processed almost instantly, and visibility on dashboards is possible with a delay of several seconds or so.

• What MQTT broker is used in AndonCloud?

  The AndonCloud system uses the popular Mosquitto broker, ensuring stability and ease of integration with various data sources.

• What data can be collected from machines using AndonCloud?

  The system allows you to collect data on operating status, failures, operating time, number of units produced, downtime and other key parameters.

• What protocols are supported for machine data collection?

  The system supports many industry standards, including MQTT, OPC UA and other popular integration methods.

• Is real-time data collection possible?

  Yes, the data is received and processed practically in real time, allowing immediate response to changes.

• Can you collect data from multiple machines simultaneously?

  Yes, the system's architecture allows for parallel data collection from multiple sources, even in distributed locations.

• How is the data from the machines used in further modules of the system?

  Data from the machines is used in dashboards, reports, analysis, and to automatically trigger system logic (e.g., status changes).

• What types of sensors can be connected to the AndonCloud system?

  The system supports a wide range of sensors - digital, analog and wireless, such as those for temperature, pressure, vibration, presence or fill level.

• Are additional modules needed to connect the sensors?

  Nie zawsze – system współpracuje z czujnikami zgodnymi z otwartymi standardami (jak MQTT, IO-Link), co pozwala na bezpośrednią integrację lub prostą rozbudowę za pomocą gotowych komponentów.

• Does the system automatically detect measurement overruns?

  Yes - when certain thresholds are exceeded, the system generates alarms and changes statuses without operator involvement.

• What actions can be triggered by sensors?

  Sensors can initiate, for example, a production stop, sending an SMS alert, changing the status of a line or writing to the process history - all depending on the system logic set up.

• Is the sensor data visible in real time?

  Yes - all parameters are monitored and visualized on dashboards in real time, which supports preventive maintenance.

• What is data caching in the AndonCloud system?

  It's a mechanism for temporarily storing machine and sensor data when the connection to the cloud is lost to prevent data loss.

• In what situations is data cached?

  Caching starts automatically in the event of an Internet outage or temporary loss of connectivity to the data server.

• What happens to the data after the connection is restored?

  When the network connection is regained, the buffer automatically transfers the outstanding data to the corresponding objects in the system.

• Does the user have to manually rip the data from the buffer?

  No, the system works automatically - the user does not need to take any additional action.

• Does caching include all object data?

  Yes, the functionality includes all the data necessary to maintain continuous reporting and analytics in the system.