FMS is an intelligent processing system that integrates automated processing equipment, automated logistics processing and automatic information flow processing. FMS has the following advantages:
1. High equipment utilization. When a group of machines is integrated into the FMS, the output is increased several times compared to when the group of machines is dispersed and single-machine.
2. The production capacity is relatively stable. An FMS consists of one or more machines. When a machine fails, the material transfer system bypasses the faulty machine on its own.
3. High product quality. FMS allows parts to be loaded and unloaded at one time during the machining process, which improves the stability of the machining form and improves the machining accuracy.
4. Flexible operation. Inspection, loading and maintenance of the FMS can be carried out unsupervised. In an ideal FMS, its monitoring system can also deal with unforeseen problems during operation, such as tool wear and replacement, logistics jams and dredging, etc.
5. Strong product adaptability. FMS’s cutting tools, fixtures, and material handling units are all adjustable, making it easy to add or remove equipment and change processed products.
6. the economic benefits are significant. The use of FMS can arrange the processing of the required parts in time according to the supporting needs of the assembly operation, so as to achieve timely production, reduce the inventory of blanks and work-in-progress, reduce the occupation of working capital, and shorten the production cycle; Improve equipment utilization, reduce the number of equipment and plant area; Reduce direct labor, realize 24-hour continuous “unmanned production” day and night, and less people to supervise; Improve product quality consistency.