Tool Management Software to Track and Report Data

Another feature that sets RealVision’s tool management software, ToolManager 2020, apart from other tool and crib management systems is its ability to track and report data for standard reporting using predefined templates for critical information, including inventory value, cost per job, tool usage and history.  Users can export data from ToolManager’s database to external tools like MS Excel and Crystal Reports for custom reporting needs.

Location and life cycle for multiple tool cribs, project, stock levels and obtaining real time information on a company’s tooling cost are all components the ToolManager tool management system offer.  The system integrates easily with existing ERP or MRP software or can be used as a stand alone solution.

Originally created in 1994, ToolManager has been consistently upgraded to continue to solve issues encountered in manufacturing and machine shop floors.  This new release of tool management software has enhanced features that allow users even greater flexibility to customize a tooling system that works best to meet their needs.

A Closer Look at RealVision’s Manufacturing Software

Each software program is featured individually, with more in depth information about the program and screen shots to give a sneak peek of the programs.  Each product’s data sheet shows the features and benefits of the program to help customers better determine whether our systems will be the right fit for their manufacturing shop floor needs.  We will soon be adding video demos of our systems as well, to give new customers an opportunity to see our programs in action.  We continue to offer live remote demos and encourage those interested to call us, as it is the easiest way to see our program’s features and capabilities.

A Better Way to Update the Software

Our existing customers will notice the changes made to our updates page.  Depending on the version, Fox Pro, SQL or Oracle, customers can go into that tab and select the updates they would like to download.  Existing customers on the maintenance agreement can download these updates weekly, monthly, however often desired, by entering their username and password.  Customers are able to keep their version of the software completely up to date easily and quickly, making IT’s job simple.

So take a look around our site.  We would love to hear from you! Call now.

In the tool management software, ToolManager, users can assign serial numbers to the tools.  Below is a step by step process of how to add serial numbers to search for or assign tools.

This feature is located in the Tool, Fixture or Gage List within ToolManager -tool and crib management software program.

How it works:  When you create a tool, fixture or gage list in the tool management system -ToolManager, you assign the Tool ID to that list. When the list is issued out, the crib attendant needs to select the serial number of the tool you are actually issuing. If a tool has more than one serial number assigned to the crib, the attendant previously had to pick the serial number of each tool as the auto select feature would not work. ToolManager  has a new feature that allows you to assign the serial numbers issued the first time as recommended serial numbers to the list. The next time the list is issued out, the system will auto select the recommended serial numbers. This means unless one or more of the recommend serial numbers is out, needs calibration or is at rework,  the whole list will be auto selected and one click of the record button will issue all the tools. This will save the crib attendant a lot of time and improve communications with tool engineering by letting them assign the recommended serial number.

To begin, select the recommended serial number in Tool OPS and then click the “Modify” button.

Tool Operations Screen of Tool Management Software – ToolManager

Tool List Screen for ToolManager -Tool Management Software

To auto select the recommended serial numbers, check the “ Update Recommended Serial Numbers” box.  Pick the serial number you are issuing and click record.

Tool Issue List Screen for ToolManager -Tool Management Software

No Cost Risk to Preview Software Firsthand

Cloud based software for manufacturing

Allowing potential customers a chance to work with our programs for 30 days provides the opportunity to preview the software at a no cost risk. We are excited to show new customers our program’s abilities, features and benefits. The best way to see if our systems can do what you are looking for is to try them out firsthand. Our cloud application allows users to log into our Web-based service which hosts the program, making it hassle free and easy to begin. There is no set up and nothing to maintain.

In addition to this free trial period, RealVision will offer support throughout the 30 day trial free as well. We will offer demonstrations of the DNC software -WebDNC, tool management software – ToolManager, preventative maintenance system – RPM and/or document management system – DocManager  before the trial period begins and then continue to support customers with online training assistance once trial has started. Each software system will come with sample data as well to work with.  All of our software is the latest version available and is continually updated.

Great Opportunity for Existing Customers to Check Out Additional RealVision Software Systems

Already working with one of our systems? This is a great opportunity to take a look at another one of our programs to compliment or enhance what you currently have in place. Already using our DNC system – WebDNC and interested in tooling management or preventative maintenance? Try our ToolManager or RPM and see for yourself how easily our systems integrate with each other. Give us a call today for a remote demonstration and then try us out for FREE!

Read and print a copy of the upgrade instructions. Enter your username and password when asked.

Download the appropriate .ZIP file for the product you are upgrading. Enter your username and password when asked. Important! If you run more than one of our products, you need to upgrade all of them at the same time to avoid compatibility problems.

RealVision’s solutions are supported by our commitment to you, as your shop floor partner who backs you with quality services when needed. Our range of services support RealVision solutions, from your password-protected online access to Web self-serve support, to one-on-one technical support from our staff. We also specialize in software customization for specific customer needs and training to best meet your business demands.

RealVision’s online training services offer customers the flexibility to train in their own environment and on their own schedule through online training. Online training is offered via virtual connection to a user’s web browser for personalized one-on-one training, and we accommodate virtual real-time desktop sharing for multiple users. All RealVision software provides embedded multi-media training features, which simplify training and allows us to train your staff using actual customer data; minimizing our customers’ costs by reducing travel expenses.

Onsite training

RealVision training experts are available for personalized onsite training. Let our training experts set up the software to take advantage of your local IT and shop floor environment to simplify customer training.

Training at RealVision

Customers who consider training at our facility will have the technical understanding to train key users at your company, and we can provide training using actual customer data to accelerate the learning experience.

Data Migration Services

RealVision understands the importance of customer data and has extensive expertise in assisting customers migrate their legacy data to new RealVision applications. We provide data migration services for all of our applications to meet unique demands of our customers’ shop floor operations. Call us today to learn more and receive a customized quote.

RealVision Custom Software Services (RCSS)

RealVision is dedicated to the success of its customers. As such, we provide customization of our software to meet unique demands of our customers’ shop floor operations. Call us today to learn more and receive a quote for customized services.

The ProDocTivity Suite includes:

RealVision Integrator: A paperless manufacturing execution System (MES)

ToolManager: Tooling and crib management

DocManager: Documentation, change management and document distribution system

WebDNC: DNC communication and NC file management

In today’s economical environment where companies must produce more with less staff and resources, you need a RealVision shop floor solution that delivers more for less, makes staff more efficient and improves the bottom line.

The right tool management software is critical to creating and managing an efficient shop floor environment.  Managing the life cycle of hundreds or thousands of tools and multiple cribs is a complex task, and integrating these systems with IT can be even more challenging. Paper-based, labor-intensive tool management systems are not efficient enough for today’s sophisticated shop floor. The need to reduce scrap, streamline projects, and lower costs is paramount. RealVision’s tool management software,  ToolManager, is a comprehensive tool and crib management system that accurately and cost-effectively puts you in complete control of your shop floor—boosting your bottom line.

RV ToolManager — the most efficient tool management software available!

Easy to use and IT-friendly, ToolManager tool management software organizes the purchasing, calibration, tracking, location and life cycle for multiple tools and cribs, plus tracks project and task status, reporting, and much more. Authorized personnel can monitor the entire workflow, including tool inventory management, availability, tool issuing, and crib activities from any PC or wireless device on the network. ToolManager also protects you against theft by tracking the usage and location of each tool. Users check the tool out and it has a return date. So when a tool goes missing, you know who checked it out and where it was last used.

Our customers rely on the ToolManager system every day to track outstanding actions for any work order using the software’s To-Do List capacity. Combine ToolManager with our DNC software WebDNC and you have a deeper collaborative solution to monitor tool life and machine operations. ToolManager is also scalable to meet your output demand, from small business to enterprise, making it the right choice to meet your tool management requirements now and in the future.

ToolManager makes managing the details of your workflow easier, not harder. You can ensure you’re selecting the right tool for the right job, making it easier to manage complicated jobs with naming and numbering codes coming from multiple suppliers. All of the job’s details are recorded with ease and consistency.

ToolManager seamlessly integrates with RealVision’s  WebDNC and DocManager software available together in the ProDoctivity Suite.

We offer personalized online demos to learn about our systems and to see if they are the right fit for you. A free trial of ToolManager is also available through our secure cloud server. Call us today to learn more!

RealVision’s DNC software, WebDNC, is the most advanced and powerful DNC communication system available today. It includes all the features of a standard high-end DNC system plus NC program revision control, tool list management, part and job databases, integrated machine tool-life monitoring, NC programming, data collection, tool integration, and document/drawing linking. WebDNC integrates seamlessly with RealVision ToolSet presetting software.

RealVision’s DNC software, WebDNC offers much more than traditional DNC software systems. WebDNC is designed to work in conjunction with any of the leading CNC and DNC networking and data communication hardware and software, barcode scanners, RFID tags, and the monitoring screen dynamically displays activity for all machines.

Simplicity is key

You start by defining your NC tape in the header and save, copy, or drag and drop the file into your input folder and the system does the rest! Your information is extracted from the tape file then moved to the proper directory, available for viewing on a Web browser, such as Internet Explorer or Google Chrome. That means you can access all of your CNC files, set up instructions, tool lists and related documentation, schedule production on each machine, and even monitor the real-time activities of each machine in your shop—directly from any computer or mobile device.

RealVision WebDNC is comprised of four integrated modules:

• RV ProgrammerAssist  Provides tools to utilize the features WebDNC has to offer such as NC file management, tooling selection, and an NC program header build.
• RV RemoteDNC  Works in the background gathering information and feeding it to your choice of database – Oracle, MS SQL or X-Base.
• RV DNCView  Provides instant access to tape definition information such as program revision, part number, tool list, job info, and machine activity via a Web browser.
• RV DNCAssist  Simplifies the populating of databases with program part, operation and tooling information.

DNCView,  is also available as an independent program to assist existing DNC software that often comes included with the purchase of CNC machinery or legacy systems currently in place. Many of our customers have found the features of DNCView to greatly assist their workflow and capabilities.  DNCView allows your company to maintain revision control on the NC files as well as related documentation.  The program creates, manages, and links the following related document types to the NC file: set up sheets (creates or links outside), work instructions, SPC, NC files, tool lists, gage lists, fixture list, and tool offset tables.

WebDNC seamlessly integrates with RealVision’s  ToolManager and DocManager software available together in the ProDoctivity Suite.

We offer personalized online demos to learn about our systems and to see if they are the right fit for you. Call us today to learn more!