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Zontec Multi-Function Toolbox: a Quality Data Acquisition Module Anyone Can Use

Version 3.1 increases flexibility and ease of use with expanded data formatting features

Published: Tuesday, January 22, 2019 - 13:00

(Zontec: Cincinnati) -- Zontec Inc., a leader and innovator of statistical process control (SPC) software, has announced the roll out of the Multi-Function Toolbox version 3.1.

“Because we understand the importance of automation in the manufacturing process for increased productivity and efficiency, we develop powerful software tools to provide real-time SPC insights in this environment,” says Zontec president, Warren Ha.

Innovative SynergySPC, statistical process control software, makes it easy to capture and analyze quality data for real-time data insights that help you make repeatable, reliable, high-quality products. Companies looking for a greater competitive advantage through automation will realize added benefits when they use the Zontec Multi-Function Toolbox. This easy-to-use, data-transfer product seamlessly connects automated measurement devices to powerful SynergySPC real-time data analysis.

The Multi-Function Toolbox makes it possible to quickly and easily connect multivendor hardware, process control devices, manufacturing systems, and databases. The Toolbox excels in some of the most challenging data acquisition configurations imaginable including between CMMs, PLCs, SCADA, LIMs, CNC, CRM, supply chain applications, and OPC server connections. It is designed with the Zontec guiding principle of providing advanced technology with easy-to-use features. This makes it a powerful plug-and-play interface anyone can use. Manufacturing companies with complex automated systems will receive data insights faster, achieve a reduction in data-entry man-hours, and minimize input errors with the Multi-Function Toolbox.

The release of version 3.1 increases flexibility and ease of use with expanded data formatting features making it easier for customers to manage data import settings. This release of the Multi-Function Toolbox further simplifies the process of connecting external data sources. With just a few clicks, you can begin benefiting from the real-time, automatic transfer of quality data.  Following are some highlights included in version 3.1:
• One-time set up and easy-to-retrieve import settings to save time
• Unlimited number of custom import setting profiles for quick restart
• Flexible data delimiters adapt to your existing data setup
• Rapid transfer a high volume of data

Wherever you are in your quality process, Zontec can offer you the best-fit SPC solution to take your quality program to the next level.

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Exceeding expectations since 1983, Zontec is a leading provider of statistical process control (SPC) software to companies worldwide, spanning every industrial class. We are highly respected for our singular commitment to the innovation and aggressive product development of SynergySPC quality software with in-house creation, testing, documentation and technical support. Our suite of high-performance SynergySPC software products lets us pair customers with a best-fit solution. Our software helps manufacturers improve the stability and capability of their process using real-time data for early detection of special causes, continuous quality improvement and ongoing return on investment. Zontec offers a 100% Investment Retention Program.