To ensure efficient production operations across all product categories, configuring your machines correctly within Gelato Connect is essential. This guide walks you through managing your Machine Park, adding machines, and understanding the connection between machines and production workflows.
Managing Your Machine Park
The Machine Park is where you manage all your facility’s machines, both printing and finishing. It serves as a centralized dashboard to track and control each machine’s operational status.
Key features:
Machine status control: Easily set machines as Active or Inactive. When a machine goes offline or is undergoing maintenance, mark it as Inactive to prevent it from being used in production workflows.
Filtered view: Use checkboxes to filter and view machines by status (e.g., Active, Inactive, Printing, Finishing) directly in the Machine Park table.
Adding and Configuring Machines
Gelato Connect is product-agnostic, meaning you can configure any machine used in your production environment, even if it’s not listed by default.
How to add a new machine:
Click the Add Machine button.
Use the Choose Machine Group filter to browse machines by brand (e.g., Brother) and technology (e.g., Sublimation printers).
If your machine isn’t listed, scroll to the bottom and select Add Manually to input its details yourself.
💡 Tip: Pre-configured machines are organized by brand and production technology to help you quickly find the correct match.
If you still can’t find your machine, contact your Gelato onboarding manager for assistance in setting it up.
Production and Workflow Configuration Impact
Every machine is linked to your Production Configuration and Workflow Configuration. That means:
Marking a machine as Inactive may interrupt active workflows or job assignments.
Deleting a machine or changing its status will trigger a confirmation pop-up, warning you of any affected jobs or configurations.
⚠️ Be cautious when making changes; any update to machine status or removal can result in the loss of associated production flows and jobs.
FAQ
What happens when a machine is set to Inactive?
It is removed from active production workflows, ensuring no jobs are routed through it. However, this may impact ongoing jobs.
Can I reactivate an inactive machine?
Yes. You can change its status back to Active at any time from the Machine Park dashboard.
Is there a limit to how many machines I can add?
No, you can add as many machines as needed to reflect your full production capacity.
Why don’t I see my machine listed?
Some machines may not be pre-configured. In that case, use Add Manually or reach out to your onboarding manager.
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