The Power is in the Apps
Software programs that work with data made accessible by the MTConnect communications protocol are coming on strong. See them at IMTS 2010.
“Growing demand for MTConnect-enabled apps will clinch lasting acceptance of the standard.”
MTConnect, which as introduced at IMTS 2008, is a communications protocol for CNC machine tools and other manufacturing equipment. At IMTS 2010, MTConnect will be making another splash. This time, it will be the applications (“apps”) that put to good use the data MTConnect makes accessible. For example, think about buying a laptop. The “Intel Inside” sticker means that the device has the processing power and speed for the media players, networking programs and other apps that you really want. So, too, an indication of “MTConnect Enabled” will be the assurance of compatibility you’ll want for productive connectivity on the shop floor. This means that promoting the apps, not the standard, is the new center of attention.
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