Supervisory control for machines and lines
Orchestrate machines and components from different vendors as a single process. Connectivity happens through configuration instead of reprogramming every interface. One control station operates and monitors the entire line. Hardware-independent, on standard IT hardware.
Your benefit
Faster commissioning, because you configure interfaces instead of reprogramming them for every project
One operating and control station for the entire line instead of isolated solutions per machine
No vendor lock-in, because everything runs on standard IT hardware, independent of the PLC vendor
Your starting point
Integration check
In a workshop, we look at how you can orchestrate a specific line through a shared supervisory controller, including a fixed-price effort estimate.
Arrange an initial consultationChallenges
Systems don't speak the same language
Every component brings its own controller and interface. Making them work together along the line takes significant effort.
Every line programmed from scratch
PLC programs are built from the ground up for every project. That costs time during commissioning and with every change or extension to the plant.
Operation through isolated solutions
Every machine has its own panel. A continuous supervisory station for the entire line is missing.
Tied to one vendor
Control depends on one vendor's hardware. Every extension means renewed integration effort.
Classic solution vs. retavi
| Aspect | Classic solution | With retavi |
|---|---|---|
| Commissioning | Re-programmed for every project | Configured and reused |
| Operation | One panel per machine | One supervisory station for the entire line |
| Interfaces | Proprietary per device | Open and extensible through communication modules |
| Extension | New integration effort every time | Added via configuration, at any time |
| Hardware | Bound to the PLC vendor | Standard IT hardware, interoperable |
How retavi solves it
Three steps from a single machine to an orchestrated line.
Connect interfaces
You connect machines and components from different vendors through ready-made retavi modules.
Configure the sequence
The supervisory controller orchestrates the sequence across the entire line. You develop this logic.
Operate centrally
One control station bundles operation and monitoring for the entire line. Connection to higher-level systems such as MES or ERP is possible.
Systems & connectivity
Processing & controlDevices & systems
Examples
Orchestrate a battery module assembly line across vendors
Situation
An assembly line for battery modules (feeding, screwdriving, laser marking, test station, camera and packaging) consists of machines from different manufacturers with their own controllers and data models. Order, product ID, status and fault messages have to be processed consistently across all stations.
With retavi
retavi connects the existing machine controllers to a shared software layer via open interfaces. The retavi//Framework consolidates the process data, releases stations, tracks status and responds to faults. The local controllers remain responsible for their own tasks.
Benefit
Separate machines become one controllable overall process without rebuilding the PLC programs of every station. Process management, data integration and supervisory control come together centrally and also support connecting MES or ERP systems.
Talk to us about your automation challenges.
