Machine Utilisation Monitoring System for Manufacturing

Utilization Fairy

Keep your machines.
Utilisation calculates itself.

Retrofits onto punch presses, injection moulding machines, packaging machines and die-casting machines.
No line stoppage, no machine changes—every cycle uploads to the cloud automatically.

Utilization Fairy is a machine utilisation monitoring system developed in-house by YenProtek. It requires no machine modification and can be retrofitted to older machines, automatically counting cycles and uploading them to the cloud so you can track utilisation rates in real time.

YenProtek Utilization Fairy machine-side HMI unit
1control box
Mounts beside the machine
Works with new and old machines of any brand
0line stoppages or machine changes
No need to replace existing equipment
Recording starts as soon as it's installed
3device types
Computer, tablet, phone
Check utilisation anytime
100%Designed and made in Taiwan
Modular functions
Custom development available

Old Machines, New Intelligence

Quick Installation! Efficient Cloud Monitoring Even for Legacy Machines

Amid the digital transformation trend, many factories still rely on manually recording and entering production data for each machine, which is not only time-consuming and labour-intensive but also error-prone. YenProtek offers a simple, easy-to-install solution that brings all kinds of legacy machines (such as punch presses, injection moulding machines, and packaging machines) into the era of smart cloud monitoring quickly, even if they cannot connect to a network!

How It Works

Upgrade Without Replacing Machines! YenProtek's Smart Monitoring Solution Automates Utilisation Data Collection for Punch Press Manufacturers

YenProtek's machine utilisation monitoring system installs quickly, with no need to replace existing equipment or stop the production line. Simply add a control box next to the machine and it is ready to go. Whether punch presses, injection moulding machines, packaging machines, die-casting machines, or other industrial equipment, every operating cycle is recorded in real time through the control box and transmitted instantly to the cloud platform. The system automatically tallies output data, calculates utilisation rates, and integrates them into an RWD (responsive web design) monitoring platform with clear, visual reports and production analysis. Factory managers can remotely check machine utilisation anytime from a computer, tablet, or phone, saving time on manual record-keeping, reducing the risk of errors, and improving production line management efficiency across the board.

Data capture Control box
Data logging Cloud or on-premises server
Data integration & applications Smart Manufacturing Command Center
Data Capture
Data Logging
Data Integration & Applications
Machine Equipment
Control Box
Cloud Server
(or On-Premises Server)
Smart Manufacturing Command Center
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Plant-Wide Machine Utilisation

Digital transformation

Low-Barrier Digital Transformation Without Replacing Machines or Halting Production Lines

Mixing old and new machines from different brands on the same production line is the first hurdle in many factories' digitalisation. Improving internal production efficiency, strengthening real-time line management, and making data transparent are the key breakthroughs for manufacturing transformation.

YenProtek's Smart Machine Utilisation Monitoring System uses easy-to-install control boxes and wireless communication technology to quickly connect existing machinery (new or old, of any brand), collect operational data in real time, and automatically calculate utilisation rates, giving managers constant visibility into the performance of every production line.

Combining a visualisation platform, anomaly alerts, and cloud data integration, the system not only greatly reduces the risk of manual transcription and data-entry errors, but also pinpoints bottleneck workstations and optimises scheduling and staffing. Even small and medium-sized factories can quickly adopt core Smart Manufacturing capabilities, producing more with the same workforce, strengthening their business fundamentals, and meeting future challenges head-on.

YenProtek's Smart Machine Utilisation Monitoring System can quickly connect to existing machinery equipment (regardless of new or old, any brand) to collect real-time operational data to the Cloud and automatically calculate machine utilisation rates.

Key Product Features

Light to deploy.
Full visibility into every line.

Real-time Monitoring, Controlling Production Line Dynamics

Constantly grasp the operational status and production progress of each machine in the factory, elevating management efficiency.

Clear History Records, Complete Data Retention

Automatically gather work order records, yield, and utilisation data, maintaining a complete history of all production logs.

Easy to Get Started, Burden-free Transition

No need to replace machines or modify equipment; rapidly build the system and get started with ease.

Visualised Display, Clear Analysis

Analyse data in a graphical format to make it easy to understand, helping you grasp production line variations and supporting decision-making.

Instant Cloud Logging, Check Data Anytime

Every count is automatically uploaded to the Cloud, ensuring data is up-to-date and traceable.

Flexible Architecture, Supports Custom Development

100% designed and manufactured in Taiwan with modular functions, supporting diverse environments and customised needs.

Command Center Dashboard of the Machine Utilisation Monitoring System

Utilization Rate Monitoring System

Comprehensive Factory Machine Data Monitoring System

YenProtek offers a comprehensive machine utilisation monitoring system, covering real-time equipment status, machine utilisation rates, production progress, work order data, downtime cause analysis, production history, trend searching, and data filtering, giving factory owners complete control over production line operations. The system also integrates various management tools, including account and role permission settings, work order management, machine data configuration, and operation log control, making factory management more systematic and efficient. With this highly integrated data, enterprises not only grasp real-time production dynamics but can also genuinely perform efficiency analysis, bottleneck diagnosis, and adjust planning and manpower allocation based on long-term data, achieving data-driven smart production management.

Real-time Machine Production Data
Real-time Machine Production Data
Operation Ratio
Operation Ratio
Machine Raw Data
Machine Raw Data

Why choose us

Why Choose YenProtek's Machine Utilisation Monitoring System?

  • Works with all machine types; quick installation on any equipment
  • Data automatically uploaded and integrated in the Cloud for real-time utilisation monitoring
  • Paperless operation reduces the risk of human error
  • Instant anomaly notifications speed up problem resolution
  • RWD responsive interface for viewing anytime on any device
  • Designed and manufactured in Taiwan, with fast, reliable technical support
RWD Interface of YenProtek's Machine Utilisation Monitoring System

Responsive Web Design

Simple, User-Friendly Interface

The machine data monitoring system features a Responsive Web Design (RWD) interface. Whether in the office or on the production floor, users can conveniently view and manage all data via any device (desktop computer, tablet, or smartphone). Following the trend of Smart Industry, the RWD monitoring interface not only provides a better user experience but also makes the production process and decision-making more efficient, flexible, and up-to-date.

Case studies

From one punch press shop to an entire stamping line

RWD Web Interface of the Machine Data Monitoring System
XX Punch Press Processing Plant · 2023 Plant-Wide Machine Utilisation Monitoring for the Punch Press Industry

A punch press processing company in Taichung wanted to collect production line data (the production status and utilisation rate of each machine, etc.). However, most machines in the plant were legacy models unable to connect to a network for data collection, and the punch presses varied not only in age but also spanned multiple brands. The company therefore asked YenProtek to help plan a solution that would bring modern data collection and monitoring to its existing machines without modifying them and with fast installation.

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YenProtek Invited to Ying Yu Precision Open House to Demonstrate Utilization Fairy Live
Ying Yu Precision Open House · 2025 "Utilization Fairy" demonstrated live

Connected live to an EV 0.25mm stamping line with one feeder and one puller, it collected, analysed and visualised machine operating data in real time, helping line managers keep track of production efficiency and abnormal conditions as they happened.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can it work with older machines that can't connect to a network?

Yes. Simply install a device containing a counter and communication module next to the machine to record every cycle and upload it to the cloud. It works with both new and older machines.

Does installation require stopping the line or modifying machines?

No. There's no need to replace existing equipment or stop the production line. Recording starts as soon as it's installed.

Which machines does it work with?

Punch presses, injection moulding machines, packaging machines, die-casting machines, and more, regardless of machine age or brand.

Is data stored in the cloud or on-premises?

Either one. Data can be stored on a cloud server or on an on-premises server in your factory.

Can it calculate OEE?

Yes. In addition to utilisation rate and production counts, Utilization Fairy can also calculate Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

Can it integrate with MES and ERP?

Yes. Utilisation data can be integrated with MES, ERP, and other systems, and can also be shown on Command Center electronic display boards.

Can I use this in my country?

Connection frequency bands, local telecoms networks, and certification requirements vary by country. Please tell us the country and site where the product will be used, and we will confirm the suitable communication version and supply arrangements.

Make every legacy machine's utilisation visible

Extend the value of your legacy machines, bring new energy to your manufacturing, and let YenProtek accompany you towards a smarter manufacturing future!