System for optimization of industrial machine operation through modification of standard process parameter input

A computer-controlled method for modifying process parameters based on optimum operation performance criteria for a metal working process, said method comprising the steps of:

• inputting desired process parameters for at least one product to be machined,
• generating resulting operational data based on the desired process parameters,
• selecting at least one optimization technique to define a function, said function comprising the desired process parameters,
• generating the function for optimization with respect to productivity by using the desired process parameters as a basis to define ranges for performance variables and/or ranges for process parameters,
• applying the at least one optimization technique to said function, whereby optimum operation performance criteria are determined for the function including process parameters and performance variables to obtain a set of optional attributes to be used for controlling the metal working process,
• comparing the generated operational data with the optimum operation performance criteria, and
• on condition that the comparing indicates a difference and that the optimum operation performance criteria indicate a potential performance advantage, presenting the optimum operation performance criteria to a decision-making entity and allowing it to modify the desired process parameters based on the presented optimum operation performance criteria for the metal working process.