FANUC FIELD System Description
FIELD (FANUC Intelligent Edge Link & Driver) is a FANUC-developed Industrial IoT (Internet of Things). It allows users to connect production equipment from different generations and all manufacturers - including FANUC equipment – in a system. This allows for comprehensive data collection and analysis throughout the entire process chain. It reduces equipment downtime and improves operational efficiency and product quality. FIELD is an open platform that allows manufacturers to connect devices from different manufacturers (robots and PLCs) and create and implement FIELD Apps that meet their specific needs. FIELD Apps can be purchased by device manufacturers (robots and machines, PLCs and sensors). To provide advanced functionality for their equipment, users can also purchase FIELD Apps created by third-party software developers with the contextual experience and resources necessary to deliver game-changing innovative solutions.