--- title: "Machine Monitoring & OEE Software: mcframe SIGNAL CHAIN | BENG" description: Wireless machine monitoring with mcframe SIGNAL CHAIN is a manufacturing IoT software solution for utilization and OEE analysis using IoT enabled PATLITE WD signal towers. image: https://www.bengmcframe.com/hubfs/ogp.png --- [![BENG America_Logo 1](https://www.bengmcframe.com/hubfs/BENG%20America_Logo%201.svg) ](https://www.bengmcframe.com/?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://www.bengmcframe.com/?hsLang=en) - Solutions - [Machine Monitoring](https://www.bengmcframe.com/machine-monitoring-and-analysis?hsLang=en) - [Paperless Reporting](https://www.bengmcframe.com/paperless-reporting-and-analysis?hsLang=en) - [Virtual Reality Training](https://www.bengmcframe.com/vr-training?hsLang=en) - [Manufacturing ERP & Kaizen Cost Control](https://www.bengmcframe.com/manufacturing-ERP-cost-control-system?hsLang=en) - [Global ERP](https://www.bengmcframe.com/global-ERP-manufacturing-platform?hsLang=en) - Products - [mcframe SIGNAL CHAIN](https://www.bengmcframe.com/machine-monitoring-and-analysis?hsLang=en) - [mcframe MOTION VR-learning](https://www.bengmcframe.com/vr-training?hsLang=en) - [PATLITE WD](https://www.bengmcframe.com/machine-monitoring-patlite-wd?hsLang=en) - [PATLITE WIO](https://www.bengmcframe.com/patlite-wio?hsLang=en) - [i-Reporter](https://www.bengmcframe.com/paperless-reporting-cimtops-i-reporter?hsLang=en) - [Dr.SUM/MotionBoard](https://www.bengmcframe.com/wingarc-motionboard?hsLang=en) - [mcframe CS](https://www.bengmcframe.com/manufacturing-ERP-cost-control-system?hsLang=en) - [mcframe GA](https://www.bengmcframe.com/global-ERP-manufacturing-platform?hsLang=en) - [About Us](https://www.bengmcframe.com/about-beng-mcframe?hsLang=en) - [Newsroom](https://www.bengmcframe.com/machine-monitoring#) - [Blog/News](https://www.bengmcframe.com/blog?hsLang=en) - [Webinars](https://www.bengmcframe.com/webinars?hsLang=en) - [Contact Us](https://www.bengmcframe.com/contact?hsLang=en) # Machine Monitoring with Signal Towers Eliminate downtime with mcframe SIGNAL CHAIN, a remote monitoring system that collects machine operation status for real-time visualization and data-driven analysis. This is a quick and cost-effective solution bearing a highly efficient ROI. [![Contact Us](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4118292/4d13608e-1440-4cdc-8c95-03b53c87bde6.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4118292/4d13608e-1440-4cdc-8c95-03b53c87bde6) ## Download the Brochure! Learn more about mcframe SIGNAL CHAIN by downloading our detailed product brochure. 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This quick-start solution pairs powerful capabilities with an efficient ROI. - [Real-time Andon](https://www.bengmcframe.com/machine-monitoring#real-time-andon) - [Equipment Details](https://www.bengmcframe.com/machine-monitoring#equipment-details) - [KPI Details](https://www.bengmcframe.com/machine-monitoring#kpi-details) - [Downtime Cause Analysis](https://www.bengmcframe.com/machine-monitoring#downtime-cause-analysis) - [E-mail & Text Alerts](https://www.bengmcframe.com/machine-monitoring#e-mail-and-text-alerts) - [Failure Video Capture](https://www.bengmcframe.com/machine-monitoring#failure-video-capture) - [PLC Connectivity](https://www.bengmcframe.com/machine-monitoring#plc-connectivity) ## Real-time Andon Clear visualization of real-time machine status that can amount to a 20% increase in productivity. Andon views can be conveniently grouped between plants, departments, lines, etc. ![Real-time Andon](https://www.bengmcframe.com/hubfs/MSC_Andon_2.jpg) ## Equipment Details Daily, weekly, and monthly detailed records can be analyzed and evaluated to help identify operation trends and problems that were otherwise unnoticed. ![Equipment Details](https://www.bengmcframe.com/hubfs/MSC_Equipment_3.png) ## KPI Details View Key Performance Indicators to analyze important operation statistics using summary conditions between lines, departments and more. Critical equipment is ranked by utilization, run time, stop time/count etc. ![KPI Details](https://www.bengmcframe.com/hubfs/MSC_KPI_details_3.png) ## Downtime Cause Analysis Easily identify downtime trends and frequently occurring problems. Recorded downtime causes can be analyzed for continuous improvement measures. ![Downtime Cause Analysis](https://www.bengmcframe.com/hubfs/MSC%20Operational%20Status%20Type%20Analysis.jpg) ## Email & Text Alerts Set email or text alerts with detailed trigger conditions for quick reactions to stoppages and other time-sensitive occurrences. Send notifications to multiple personnel to guarantee transparency throughout the factory. ![E-mail/Text Alerts](https://www.bengmcframe.com/hubfs/BenG_Graphics2_final-01.jpg) ## Failure Video Capture Automatically trigger video capture to record and the problems as they occur and boost response improvement measures. ![Failure Video Capture](https://www.bengmcframe.com/hubfs/Failure%20Video%20Capture.png) ## PLC Connectivity Connect to various other data hubs separate from the signal lights (PLC, HMI, etc.) through Web API. Acquired data is integrated in SIGNAL CHAIN in real-time. ![PLC Connectivity](https://www.bengmcframe.com/hubfs/BenG_Graphics2-03-1.png) ## Watch: Video Demo Get an inside look at SIGNAL CHAINS's Operation Monitoring and Analysis features. ## How it Works: PATLITE WD Wireless Acquisition System Wireless Transmitters attached to PATLITE signal towers send real-time status to WD receivers connected to a server (or cloud), aggregating data to be viewed and analyzed in mcframe SIGNAL CHAIN. [Learn more about PATLITE](https://www.bengmcframe.com/machine-monitoring-patlite-wd?hsLang=en) ![BENG-mcframe-PATLITE-WD-Wireless-Transmission](https://www.bengmcframe.com/hubfs/BENG-mcframe-PATLITE-WD-Wireless-Transmission.png) ## Expansion Module: Digitally Transform Equipment Maintenance Operations A maintenance platform utilizing IoT to connect operations, workers, and equipment utilization data. Developed for global implementation, customization, and connectivity with the latest devices. [Learn more about SIGNAL CHAIN EM](https://www.bengmcframe.com/machine-monitoring-equipment-maintenance?hsLang=en) ![Equipment Maintenance Power Statement](https://www.bengmcframe.com/hubfs/Pages/Products/signal-chain-em-screen.png) ## Featured Resources #### Case Study ### [Increasing Machine Utilization through Visibility and Real-Time Analysis with an Easy-start Solution using Signal Towers](https://www.bengmcframe.com/blog/case-study/mid-states-aluminum?hsLang=en) Faced with issues such as limited visibility and delays in performance monitoring on the shop floor, Mid-States Aluminum, a leading aluminum manufacturer in Wisconsin, Illinois, overcame these challenges by implementing mcframe SIGNAL CHAIN. [Read More **](https://www.bengmcframe.com/blog/case-study/mid-states-aluminum?hsLang=en) ## Start Monitoring in No-time! It only takes a few days to get up-and-running. Request a quote today! 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