ペンギンソリューションズ (日本ストラタステクノロジー) List of Products and Services

At Strata Motor (a fictitious name), a manufacturer of mechanical parts, they were operating an MES (Manufacturing Execution System) on a PC server. However, due to the absence of a dedicated IT personnel on-site, the production department staff faced a burden in operational maintenance, such as switching to backup machines during server equipment failures and performing maintenance tasks. Therefore, with the expiration of server support, they are considering cloud migration to streamline hardware operations and costs. However, there seem to be various challenges, such as the difficulty of maintenance, higher-than-expected costs, and whether the necessary availability can be achieved. Is it really safe to transition a critical manufacturing system from on-premises to the cloud? Is there a good solution available? This document explains the story of how the introduction of the fault-tolerant server Stratus ftServer resolved system issues in an easy-to-understand comic format. [Contents] - Continuous availability prevents losses due to system failures in advance. - The configuration is simple, providing not only ease of operation but also significant cost benefits. - Comprehensive support services that further enhance the availability of ftServer. *For more details, please refer to the document. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

The business systems that are essential for daily operations have become very important regardless of the size of the company. At Strata Business Services (pseudonym), we operated an authentication server and an order management system on a PC server. However, frequent issues arose with the PC server, ultimately leading to a critical situation where the system came to a halt. This caused significant chaos within the company and also affected our business partners, creating a crisis... Therefore, we decided to consider the introduction of a new server with high availability. This document explains in an easy-to-understand comic format the story of how we implemented the "Non-Stop Edge Server: Stratus ztC Edge" into our corporate system, allowing us to continue business without stopping the system while keeping operational costs down. It provides insights into the benefits of adopting the "ztC Edge." [Contents] ■ Achieved reliable system operation that is "non-stop" 24/7, 365 days a year ■ Simple fault replacement, with the ability to check operational status anytime and anywhere via the web ■ Excellent overall cost performance due to a simple configuration *For more details, please refer to the document. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

The quality inspection system, which can be considered the backbone of the manufacturing line, is crucial. If a failure occurs there, it can significantly impact shipping operations. When Strata Machinery (a fictitious name), a transportation equipment manufacturer, sought to innovate this quality inspection system, the primary requirement they emphasized was high availability. Furthermore, after implementation, they needed to quickly establish a log collection system due to changes in regulations. So, how did they solve these two challenges? 【Content】 ■ Achieved stable operation without downtime even in emergencies. Two redundant nodes automatically take over processing to a safe node in the event of hardware trouble, allowing operations to continue without interruption. ■ Easy & speedy installation, configuration, and management. With user-friendly setup and management tools, advanced virtualization environments can be easily and quickly installed, configured, and managed. ■ Peace of mind with a 10-year long-term maintenance plan and excellent return on investment! It is also possible to reduce running costs such as maintenance. ■ Compact and robust chassis design that withstands the harsh conditions of the manufacturing environment. Resistant to dust and vibration, with an operating temperature range of -40 to +60°C. Stable operation even in extreme environments. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

It is common to operate manufacturing systems with a configuration of a PC server and a backup machine. However, the impact of even a half-day system downtime on manufacturing line processes, quality control, and shipping management is enormous. Are you not concerned about the availability of high-performance systems that directly affect your business? Additionally, are you not spending a lot of time and costs on operations and maintenance? 【Content】 ■ We support manufacturing lines that "never stop" 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. In the event of a failure, the system automatically switches to a safe node, allowing operations to continue without interruption and without human intervention. ■ Replacing failed nodes can also be easily handled on-site. No need for skilled engineers. The system can be monitored remotely, enabling proactive maintenance. ■ Utilizing non-stop servers in the right places, we support manufacturing lines that never stop, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We achieve optimization of manufacturing line management with high-performance servers necessary for real-time processing and compact, robust edge servers that are ideal for on-site operations. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Manufacturing equipment manufacturers face numerous challenges, one of which is likely the reduction of management and maintenance burdens. The demands for adopting new technologies and improving operational rates from customers only increase the workload of management and maintenance... However, what if it were possible to enhance the productivity of the equipment while solving that problem and maintaining a competitive advantage? We will introduce the key to bringing new value to business through the visualization of operational status while contributing to the improvement of customer operational efficiency. 【Contents】 ■ Consolidating multiple applications into a virtualized environment. Enhancing the value of manufacturing and processing equipment through efficient centralized management. ■ Realizing “non-stop” manufacturing equipment with highly automated redundant configurations. Improving customer productivity with high operational rates even without super engineers. ■ Enabling proactive services through the visualization of operational status. Bringing new value as a “game changer.” *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Recently, with the advancement of IoT, more companies are introducing anomaly detection systems in their manufacturing lines. However, despite having implemented the latest systems, the site is in complete chaos for some reason. Improvements in operational efficiency and quality enhancement are hard to achieve. Is there a smart solution to resolve these issues without much hassle? [For those facing such challenges] - A system was introduced to notify the occurrence of anomalies by lighting up a warning lamp. However, the on-site workers are too busy to notice the anomalies, leading to a surge in defective products... - A system was established to collect data from manufacturing equipment and monitor it in the office. However, without appropriate data and with difficult analysis, fundamental issues remain unresolved, causing problems to recur... - When the threshold was tightened to improve detection accuracy, anomalies occurred frequently, resulting in an alert hell! If the threshold is loosened within the standard range, anomalies are missed... - The on-site environment is hot and humid, causing frequent server failures. Maintenance takes time, during which the system is down for long periods, halting both data collection and monitoring... *For more details, please refer to the materials. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

With the promotion of digitalization, the number of systems and devices operating in manufacturing sites is increasing. The management of these systems is becoming increasingly complex, and the workload for the personnel is only growing. Monitors and operation panels scattered across lines, equipment, and operations, along with app screens and camera images, as well as disparate PCs and servers... Is there a solution that can integrate the management of these and resolve the mounting challenges? [For those facing such challenges] - Various monitors and operation panels located in different areas of the manufacturing site. They can only be operated or viewed on-site. What if a problem occurs!? - Many sensors are installed to monitor lines and equipment. However, the models and methods are varied, making operation and management difficult. We want to display everything comprehensively on a single monitor... - Numerous PCs and servers are dispersed throughout the manufacturing site. Management is challenging due to the variety of models and operating systems. Moreover, the environment on-site is prone to high temperatures, dust, and vibrations, which can lead to malfunctions... *For more details, please refer to the materials. Feel free to contact us as well.