FATool 2D/3D Operational Resource Management

In addition to tools, organize all operational and production resources in a single central database. FATool quickly provides all of the up-to-date information required by the different sources of demand on all corporate levels. Various analyses and visualizations of the current events are available at any time. NC programming, work order preparation, production control, team supervisors and workers use FATool as a targeted means to do their work effectively.

The basis for the organization of all data in FATool is the class list of characteristics system defined in DIN 4000 and the use of a central, relational database (MS SQL Server/ORACLE).

The fundamentals defined therein have been expanded with all required functions that make the convenient administration of operational resources possible. For instance, an integrated parts list processor enables users to link the different types of data (e.g. NC programs and tool assemblies) with each other. FATool supports the administration of all kinds of documents and graphics, depicts DXF, STL, JPG etc. directly and integrates viewers or other applications if necessary. 

FATool provides comprehensive support for the client-related organization of all master data. Tool assemblies, tool components and the required small parts are administrated in the same manner as fixtures/clamping devices and their components, testing and measuring resources as well as all other operational or production resources.

Moreover, FATool is a highly flexible solution that can be randomly configured by the user. The initial configuration and the required changes to or expansions of the configuration are conducted while the operation is running – with the assistance of the FAConfig configuration module. As a result, the consistent, problem free growth of the overall system is ensured.