Support system for failure prognosis, warning and restoration operation of machine

Abstract

The invention provides a system attached to a laser beam machine for supporting failure prognosis, warning and restoration operation by monitoring the status of the machine. A laser beam machine 1 has a pallet 20 supported on a bed 10, and subjects a work W1 to laser processing. The management unit 100 attached to the machine 1 is connected via an internet connection to a server 2 at a service center, and also transmits the status of the machine to a cellular phone 3 or a personal computer 4 of an administrator. The management unit 100 has a large image display unit 200, through which the status of the machine is output via messages and audio so as to notify the operator of necessary restoration operations. The procedures of restoration operations are output via image and message, supporting the operation of the operator.

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