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Move through every stage of automation with one connected approach.

Engineering → Simulation → Virtual Commissioning → Ramp-up → Monitoring & Analysis → Training →
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Solutions by challenge

Start with a specific application.

Explore proven use cases for testing, validation and production optimization.

Interlock CheckVerify logic and dependencies → PLC Software TestingFind issues through virtual testing → Robot ProgrammingDevelop efficient logic and motion → Collision DetectionIdentify spatial conflicts early → Cycle Time AnalysisFind bottlenecks and improve throughput → Production OptimizationTurn data into better performance →
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Engineering Services

Engineering

From initial planning to production-ready systems and automated engineering workflows.

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Digital Innovation Services

Digital Innovation.

Build reliable virtual commissioning workflows, industrial software and reusable expertise.

Virtual Commissioning Consulting, pilot projects and project execution → Industrial Software Development Custom applications built on industrial expertise → Standards & Library Development Reusable models, standards and efficient workflows → Software Training Practical RF::SUITE training for industry standards →
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RF::SUITE software platform Tools for the Digital Factory RF::SUITE One connected platform for engineering, simulation, validation and production intelligence. Explore RF::SUITE →
Software platform

One platform.
Specialized tools.

Choose the tools your workflow needs and connect them within one consistent engineering environment.

RF::YAMS3D simulation and material flow → RF::ViPerVirtual periphery simulation → RF::RobSimRobot simulation → RF::SCOUTAnalysis and optimization → RF::CEREBData intelligence platform → RF::GUARDFixture simulation and validation → RF::FSBoxHardware for fieldbus simulation → RF::EdDiVirtual operator and PLC training → RF::VPM ToolProject and model preparation →
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Industrial Expertise

Industries built on
connected automation.

We combine simulation, virtual commissioning and industrial software expertise across demanding production environments.

AutomotiveProduction lines and automation systems. AerospaceComplex assembly and validation workflows. RoboticsRobot cells, paths and interactions. Machine BuildingReusable models and connected tools. ChemicalProcess simulation and transparency. PharmaValidated processes and training scenarios. IntralogisticsMaterial flow and throughput optimization. EnergyResilient and data-driven operation.
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Cross-industry Solutions

Automation expertise across key sectors

From individual machines to complex production lines: we connect engineering, simulation and operation throughout the entire lifecycle.

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Research & Innovation

Applied research for industrial innovation.

We participate in national and international research projects focused on digital engineering, automation, artificial intelligence and sustainable production systems.

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01 Research Project SARESA

Resilient, sustainable and adaptable industrial production systems.

→ 02 Research Project REDRIVES

Resilient drive technologies and robust industrial production processes.

→ 03 Research Project DIGIKLEB

Digital methods for connected adhesive processes and quality assurance.

→ 04 Research Project GENIUS

Intelligent engineering methods for data-driven manufacturing systems.

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Engineering expertise
with industrial focus

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RF::SCOUT RF::SUITE Product Module

Production Analysis & Optimization

RF::SCOUT
Turn production data into transparency.

Understand processes. Validate decisions. Optimize performance.

RF::SCOUT helps production and commissioning engineers analyze process behavior, identify bottlenecks, understand dependencies and validate improvement measures using operational production data.

Process Analysis Cycle Time Analysis Interlock Analysis Production Optimization
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RF::SCOUT production analysis interface

RF::SCOUT

What is
RF::SCOUT?

Most production systems generate huge amounts of data. The challenge is not collecting data ??? the challenge is understanding it.

RF::SCOUT is the production analysis and optimization module within RF::SUITE. It helps engineering teams analyze production processes, identify bottlenecks, understand dependencies and validate improvements using real operational insights.

Why Transparency Matters

From production behavior to engineering decisions.

RF::SCOUT creates transparency across production processes ??? so engineers can move from observation to validated optimization.

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Analysis creates transparency.

Detailed process analysis reveals what happened in production and how machines, stations and sequences interact.

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Transparency enables reproducibility.

Objective insight into dependencies and disturbances supports stable, repeatable production behavior.

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Reproducibility enables sustainable optimization.

Validated improvement measures can be verified before implementation ??? reducing project risk.

Key Features

Production analysis capabilities for engineering teams.

RF::SCOUT supports cycle time analysis, interlock review, disturbance analysis and process visualization ??? for virtual commissioning validation and real production optimization.

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Cycle Time Analysis

Analyze production sequences and identify bottlenecks affecting throughput.

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Interlock Analysis

Detect hidden dependencies and critical interactions between machines, robots and stations.

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Disturbance Analysis

Understand recurring production interruptions and identify root causes.

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Process Visualization

Visualize production events and process behavior over time.

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Root Cause Analysis

Connect events, machine states and process behavior to reveal optimization potential.

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Virtual & Real System Analysis

Analyze both virtual commissioning projects and real production systems.

Engineering Questions

Typical questions RF::SCOUT answers.

RF::SCOUT helps engineers move from symptoms to root causes ??? with process data, timelines and dependency analysis.

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Why is the line not reaching target output?

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Which station creates the bottleneck?

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Which interlock causes delays?

04

Why do disturbances occur repeatedly?

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Which optimization measure delivers the highest impact?

Application Areas

Where RF::SCOUT is applied.

From robot cells to automated lines ??? RF::SCOUT supports analysis in real production systems and virtual commissioning validation projects.

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Body Shop

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Assembly

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Battery Production

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Material Flow Systems

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Robot Cells

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Automated Production Lines

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Virtual Commissioning Validation

Benefits

Measurable outcomes for production engineering.

More transparency

Gain a clear understanding of production behavior through detailed process analysis.

Higher throughput

Identify bottlenecks and opportunities for performance improvements.

Reduced downtime

Detect recurring disturbances and uncover their root causes.

Faster root-cause identification

Connect events, machine states and process behavior across the line.

Data-driven decisions

Base optimization measures on objective production data.

Sustainable process improvements

Validate improvements before implementation and reduce project risk.

RF::SCOUT inside RF::SUITE

The intelligence layer for production analysis and optimization.

RF::SCOUT transforms production behavior into actionable insights ??? connected with simulation, virtual periphery, robot validation and training across RF::SUITE.

Simulation

RF::YAMS

3D simulation and process visualization for production systems.

PLC Logic

RF::ViPer

Virtual periphery, signal behavior and PLC logic simulation.

Robot Validation

RF::RobSim

Robot program validation, motion simulation and cell layout review.

Analysis & Optimization

RF::SCOUT

Production analysis, cycle time review, interlock analysis and optimization support.

Training

RF::EdDi

Virtual training environments based on RF::SUITE workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about RF::SCOUT.

Learn more about production analysis, interlock review and optimization support with RF::SCOUT.

Can RF::SCOUT analyze real production systems?

Yes. RF::SCOUT is designed to analyze real production systems using operational process data ??? supporting transparency, disturbance analysis and optimization in running manufacturing environments.

Can RF::SCOUT be used during virtual commissioning?

Yes. RF::SCOUT supports analysis of both virtual commissioning projects and real production systems ??? enabling validation of process behavior before and after physical implementation.

How does interlock analysis work?

RF::SCOUT helps detect hidden dependencies and critical interactions between machines, robots and stations ??? supporting interlock analysis to understand delays and process constraints.

Can RF::SCOUT identify bottlenecks automatically?

RF::SCOUT supports cycle time analysis and process visualization to identify bottlenecks affecting throughput. Engineers can review production sequences and station behavior to locate constraints.

Which data sources can be analyzed?

RF::SCOUT works with production process data from automation systems ??? connecting events, machine states and process behavior for correlation and root cause analysis.

How does RF::SCOUT support optimization projects?

By creating transparency across production processes, RF::SCOUT helps teams validate improvement measures, understand dependencies and reduce project risk before changes are implemented on the real system.

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