MANUFACTURING SMARTER

The Smart Manufacturing Data Hub (SMDH) supports small and medium-sized manufacturers to become more competitive by harnessing the power of data.

Digital solutions, expert guidance and funding are available to companies through the hub, allowing them to explore and evaluate their processes, make operational savings, de-risk investments and become more digital savvy.

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POWERFUL INSIGHTS

Here’s what we offer

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Low Cost Solutions

We have a directory of low-cost data solutions that can be deployed across a range of manufacturing sectors to help you start your data journey.

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Virtual Hub

We offer secure data transfer, storage, analysis and dashboarding thorough our virtual hub. You always remain in control of your data without vendor lock-in.

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Professional Development

Access training on digitalisation, learning resources and like-minded communities to enhance your workforce skills.

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Funding

Companies who work with the Smart Manufacturing Data Hub, are eligible to apply for grant funding on a match fund basis, to allow for further development of digital technology in their factory.

TESTIMONIALS

What our customers say

“The Smart Manufacturing Data Hub supported us with a downtime capture solution that allows us to easily access, visualise and analyse our production process from outside the cleanroom, which is a huge benefit to management of the facility and the start of our journey with Industry 4.0.”

Managing Director, North West Medical Ciaran Doherty

“Exitex required a solution for monitoring manufacturing devices on the factory floor to provide insights into preventive maintenance, usage, and productivity of machines. The Smart Manufacturing Data Hub was able to help us to achieve our goals.”

Operations Manager, Exitex Ronan Treanor

“We had lots of ideas about how we could monitor and record data around our facilities to analyse costs and performance. The Smart Manufacturing Data Hub helped us identify areas of priority, and supported us to perfect the sensors and dashboard, providing an extremely user friendly solution.”

General Manager, Specdrum David Glasgow
SiloTank
SITUATION

Silotank wanted to monitor the environment within their manufacturing facility including air quality, power usage and fluid levels..

SOLUTION

Silotank accessed support to develop IoT in their factory. A local technology provider installed a total of 15 sensors in the factory.

IMPACT

Silotank can monitor their factory environment while also assisting in maintenance, for example through heating pressure monitoring. 

Need clarification?

What is the Smart Manufacturing Data Hub?

The Smart Manufacturing Data Hub (SMDH) is a project funded through Innovate UK to support small and medium-sized manufacturers to become more competitive by harnessing the power of data.

Digital solutions and expert guidance are available to companies through the hub, allowing them to explore and evaluate their processes, make operational savings, de-risk investments and become more digital savvy.

Why do I need data in my business?

Data are often referred to as the new oil, and just like oil, when data are raw and unrefined there is little value. We take data and turn it into timely, actionable insights: information that can guide you towards a decision that will improve your manufacturing business.

When do I need to start my digital journey?

Early adopters of data-driven technology have already started gaining a competitive advantage by substantially lowering operating costs, improving time-to-market, and optimising performance. These benefits will only grow over time. 

How can I start to use data?

One small step can start your data journey. For example, you can use temperature sensors measure the amount of heat energy or coldness that is generated by an object or system and alert the user to overheating or insufficient cooling. Through early detection of problems, the user can avoid unplanned downtime, and limit maintenance checks and repairs to when they are actually needed.

Is this suitable for small companies?

Yes. We have a suite of low cost solutions that can start you on your data journey. In addition, companies who work with the Smart Manufacturing Data Hub, are eligible to apply for up to £50,000 grant funding available on a match fund basis, to allow for further development of digital technology in their factory. Our team will work with you to develop a digital roadmap for long-term success and access funding to support this.