Additional Functionality

In addition to the functional blocks shown in the figure, the system also supports the following features:

STwrench: A battery powered torque wrench that has a wireless connection to a controller. It can be configured from ToolsTalk 2. It can report results to ToolsTalk 2, ToolsNet or through a fieldbus connection.
Fieldbus connection: Industry standard communication from controllers to a factory management system (PLC). Is used for identification of work object and task to be performed. Is used to report tightening results. Can use the factory network or separate network connections.
Open protocol connection: Industry standard communication from controllers to a factory management system.