LINK Systems LinkNet II - Manual (Page 52)

4.13 Job Configuration
Jobs are the central unifying element in LinkNet data collection. In LinkNet, as shown in Figure 3.2,
jobs bring together machines, tools, and material to make a part. The job number on LinkNet for a given
machine corresponds directly to the job number of the stored job on that machine. On the machine, the
job encompasses all the machine settings for tonnage monitor, programmable limit switch, press control,
die protection, and any other settings that are controlled by Link equipment.
NOTE: Jobs that have the same number but are on different machines are separate and
different jobs! Each of these jobs has a separate set of settings and parameters. For
instance, the same tool used on two different presses may not be able to run as fast on one
press due to feed limitations. Thus, the job standard average and job standard production
SPM settings can differ from machine to machine. In addition, the local machine settings
such as shut height and tonnage settings will almost invariably be different even if the
machines are the same model and from the same manufacturer.
Figure 4.33: Job Listing
To configure jobs, select
“Configure” and then “Jobs”
from the LinkNet menu. A
job listing similar to Figure
4.33 will appear. The listing
shows the machine number,
job number, and job
description of all currently
configured jobs.
Buttons at the bottom of
the list box are also provided
to add, edit, or delete jobs.
The job listing can be
sorted by machine number or
job number. Click the
heading that says “Mach.
Num.” to sort by machine
number or click the heading
that says “Job Num.” to sort
by job number.
Note that when LinkNet “sees” a certain job running on a press, a default job with no details (i.e. no
standard setup times, standard production rates, etc) will be created on LinkNet and will appear in this
listing. This default job may be edited later to provide the necessary standards.
NOTE: Jobs literally do not exist apart from a machine. This is in direct contrast to
tooling or parts, which can be used or made in many machines. A particular tool could
be used in several jobs on one or more machines. Likewise, a given part could be made
by more than one tool. A job, however, specifies how tooling is used on a particular
machine to make a part.
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