- Main
- Blog
Blog
30 June 2026
What time-series data is, why machine monitoring data is inherently time-series, how it's structured and queried, and what to consider for retention and downsampling
29 June 2026
How raw machine signals actually become dashboard metrics: state detection, aggregation, and calculation logic, with a worked example and common pitfalls
26 June 2026
How sampling rate and data granularity affect machine monitoring: the trade-offs between polling frequency, storage, and what you can actually detect, with practical guidance for choosing rates
25 June 2026
Comparing the three main ways to collect machine data: direct CNC/protocol connections, operator terminals, and external sensors, with a framework for choosing between them
24 June 2026
Which raw machine signals actually feed an OEE calculation: the data behind Availability, Performance, and Quality, where each signal comes from, and common gaps.
23 June 2026
The basic architecture behind CNC data acquisition: where data originates, how it moves from machine to storage, and the components involved at each stage.
15 May 2026
Compare Kepware, MachineMetrics, FORCAM, Predator and MDCplus for CNC data collection. Honest 2026 buyer's guide for system integrators
14 May 2026
Should integrators use open-source MTConnect agents and OPC UA stacks, or commercial software? Cost, risk, and time compared
13 May 2026
A 30-point checklist for integrators evaluating CNC connectivity software — OEM coverage, licensing, dashboards, integrator margin, support
12 May 2026
Step-by-step guide for system integrators migrating an existing Kepware deployment to MDCplus. Tag mapping, downtime, parallel run
