KASTOlink

The intelligent interface for your KASTO solutions

KASTOlink seamlessly connects your KASTO sawing machine, storage solution or handling system with other processing machines, storage solutions or warehouse management and ERP systems - such as SAP - and thus ensures a continuous, digital process chain from order to production.

The versatile interface solution not only enables integration into KASTO systems, but also flexible connection to machines from other manufacturers. This allows you to network your KASTO products efficiently and transparently with the entire IT and machine environment.

OPC UA server - standardised interface for networked processes

As a uniform industrial communication standard, OPC UA offers a reliable and future-proof option for integrating KASTO saws into digital production processes. OPC UA is the universal solution for process monitoring and intelligent networking with other components such as storage systems, robots, machining centres or handling portals.

For over 20 years, we have been providing central machine parameters such as operating status, order data, material dimensions, cutting speed and feed rate as standard. Further data is available on request.

MQTT interface - smart solution for continuous process monitoring

MQTT is a lightweight network protocol for efficient data exchange - ideal for process monitoring and data acquisition. KASTO enables the provision of machine data, order data and process data via an MQTT broker.

REST-API - Flexible interface for modern system connections

The use of standardised REST APIs enables KASTO to integrate its solutions easily and future-proof into higher-level systems such as ERP, MES or cloud platforms. Machine data, order information and process values can be exchanged in a targeted manner and seamlessly integrated into existing IT infrastructures. Furthermore, the REST architecture also allows for the integration of a wide range of manufacturing machines – such as sheet metal lasers, saws or automated processing stations – creating a consistently networked production environment with maximum transparency and efficiency.

DSTV+ interface - CAD data directly to the KASTO saw

The XML-based interface of the German Steel Construction Association enables the standardised transfer of order data. It connects CAD and graphics systems directly with the KASTO sawing machine for consistent digital processes.

CSV interface - Simple order import via text file

The CSV interface enables the quick import of order data via text-based files, using a USB stick or network. Individual values such as cut-off length or number of pieces are separated according to KASTO specifications - easily created with standard tools such as Excel or Notepad.

KASTO's own HOST link - reliable ERP connection

Our tried and tested HOST link enables direct integration into your ERP systems - via telegram-based communication via FTP or TCP/IP. The firmly defined telegram structure guarantees a smooth connection to SAP, AS400 and other systems.

Customised interfaces - tailored to your needs

On request, we can also implement customised interface solutions - for example with MTConnect or the integration of PROFINET networks using PN/PN Couplers.

Talk to us - we will be happy to check how we can optimally implement your requirements.