Trellis can connect to a wide range of equipment across the shop floor. This includes CNC machines, presses, test stands, assembly stations, packaging lines, and other production equipment. Because Trellis supports multiple data collection methods, it can work with both modern PLC-controlled machines and older equipment that may not have digital interfaces.

VoxSomnia’s engineering team will guide you through the requirements to connect your specific equipment, and if required, set up sensors and data collection hardware specifically catered to fit your needs.

Trellis captures real-time production data including but not limited to:

• Part Counts
• Cycle times
• Machine run/idle status
• Downtime events
• Production trends
• Specific job or part number performance

This data is displayed in our standard OEE or custom dashboard with your required calculations and visualizations. The data can also be filtered and exported.

In many cases, yes. The exact hardware depends on the type of machine and what data you want to collect. Our controls and data acquisition experts will determine the best hardware setup for your equipment. If additional sensing is required, we will ensure that they are calibrated and tuned to accurately record the data points required.

Trellis collects data using several methods depending on the machine and the available signals. Common methods include:

• Reading signals directly from PLCs or controllers
• Using sensors to detect machine cycles or part counts
• Monitoring electrical or machine status signals
• Allowing operators to input information through simple interfaces

This flexible approach allows Trellis to work with both modern connected equipment and older machines.

You own your data. All production data collected through Trellis belongs to your organization. Trellis securely stores and processes the data so it can be visualized in dashboards and reports, but customers always maintain ownership and control of their data.

Trellis can still capture data from manual processes or machines without controllers. This is typically done using sensors, simple input devices, or operator interfaces that allow teams to record production events such as part counts, job changes, or downtime reasons. This makes it possible to track performance throughout the entire operation, not just automated equipment.

The upfront price to implement Trellis depends on the scope of the project. The initial quotation will consider number of machines, number of data points, level of customization needed in the dashboard (programming time), and if hardware implementation is required. Contact us for a free discovery call to explore your options and get a sense of upfront investment.