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StockSAVER
Software version 2.1
WERMA Signaltechnik GmbH + Co. KG
D-78604 Rietheim-Weilheim
Telephone: +49 (0)7424 / 9557-222
Fax: +49 (0)7424 / 9557-44
support@werma.com
www.werma.com
310.865.005 0317_AA

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  • Page 1 StockSAVER Software version 2.1 WERMA Signaltechnik GmbH + Co. KG D-78604 Rietheim-Weilheim Telephone: +49 (0)7424 / 9557-222 Fax: +49 (0)7424 / 9557-44 support@werma.com www.werma.com 310.865.005 0317_AA...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Commissioning the hardware ...................... 31 5.8.1 Wiring the racks .......................... 31 5.8.2 Connecting and configuring the Transceiver..............31 5.8.3 Connecting and configuring the SmartBox ................. 33 5.8.4 Connect the SmartBox and Transceiver to the rack ............36 StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 3 Administration console: Managing data ................... 75 7.4.1 Option: Manage data via the command line ..............76 Adjusting and synchronising the time ..................76 Alter the Server Service/database connection ................ 77 Firmware update ..........................77 Troubleshooting ..........................78 StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 4 8.7.1 Request log files from the software ..................83 8.7.2 Activating detailed logging ....................83 8.7.3 Log file parameters ........................83 Technical data ..........................84 General ............................. 84 Ratings ............................... 84 Wireless .............................. 85 StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction These instructions provide all the information required to operate the WERMA StockSAVER. The instructions must be read by all persons assigned to work on this system. 1.1 Target groups This manual is intended for: Production logisticians who will be working with the system.
  • Page 6: Safety Information

    The operator is solely responsible for adherence to local safety regulations, for monitoring − and control of the StockSAVER system and for the results achieved using the system. The purchaser must test the software thoroughly for applicability in their specific situation before beginning productive use.
  • Page 7: Product Description

    Product description Product description The StockSAVER system serves as a signal point in the logistics chain and monitors fill levels of commercially-available FIFO flow racks. Fill levels are communicated wirelessly and visualised in the StockSAVER software based on the intelligent interaction of the system components.
  • Page 8: Overview Of Hardware Components

    Up to 4 Transceivers may be connected to a database. Power is supplied via the included mains plug-top adapter. The Transceiver is connected to the network via Ethernet cable. Maximum wireless range: 300 m (line-of-sight) StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 9: Sensorbox

    Up to 4 sensors may be connected (see right) Function Bus LED flashes blue Power supply present; bus connection interrupted Bus LED off No power supply and no bus connection Bus LED steady blue Power supply and bus connection present StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 10: Overview: Smartbox

    SmartBox display messages Message Cause Ready... The system has a wireless connection, has been initialised and is ready for operation. Initialisation… SmartBox is being initialised. No connection… No wireless connection to the Transceiver is present. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 11: Smartbox Connections

    A product has been stored without first being scanned. 3.3.3 SmartBox connections Item Connector Device Comment Mini USB Only required for configuration and firmware updates Only for human interface devices Connection to first SensorBox StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 12: Overview: Transceiver

    On (green) when connected to the network Flashes during network activity Power supply/ commissioning hardware Wireless connection Red if no wireless connection is established with SmartBox Green if wireless connection is established with SmartBox StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 13: Barcode Scanner (Optional)

    English (or German as required). Details of scanner configuration can be found in the scanner instructions. The scanner is not included and cannot be purchased from WERMA Signaltechnik. We have tested the following barcode scanners for compatibility. Please contact us for the latest overview.
  • Page 14: Software Module Overview

    Product description 3.6 Software module overview The StockSAVER software is divided into modules. The modules are: Software modules Description Control Station Displays requirements and errors from the racks. Material Requirement Displays current requirements and data related the stored List materials.
  • Page 15: Getting Started: Overview Of Installation And Commissioning

    Getting started: Overview of installation and commissioning Getting started: Overview of installation and commissioning Before you can begin working with your StockSAVER, you must first install the devices and software and configure the system using wireless connections and USB. 1. Attaching the hardware to racks.
  • Page 16: Attaching The Hardware To Racks

    Ensure it is free of grease or dust. 5.1.1 Unpack devices and components 1. Unpack the products and check for damage. 2. If damaged items are found, please inform WERMA Signaltechnik or the forwarding agent. 3. Check the delivery against your order for: Delivered quantity −...
  • Page 17: Installing The Hardware

    5.2.1 Installing the sensors Tip: If a uniform bin size is used, we recommend pre-assembling the sensors (Installing the cable and plug) outside the rack before actual assembly. Required components Procedure StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 18: Installing A Sensorbox

    Clean sensors if they become heavily soiled during operation. 5.3 Installing a SensorBox Required components 5.3.1 Wiring a SensorBox Leave sufficient room (approx. 10 cm) between SensorBoxes and the rack crossbeam to allow space for the bus wiring. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 19: Wiring The Bus

    Attaching the hardware to racks 5.3.2 Wiring the bus StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 20: Installing The Smartbox

    Attaching the hardware to racks 5.4 Installing the SmartBox Required components StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 21: Installing A Transceiver

    Attaching the hardware to racks Procedure 5.5 Installing a Transceiver Required components StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 22: Functional Test

    Attaching the hardware to racks Procedure 5.6 Functional test StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 23: Installing The Software

    The following software components are installed on the server PC: WERMA StockSAVER Server Service − Microsoft SQL server 2014 Express local DB − WERMA StockSAVER client (user interface) − USB device driver for the hardware − WERMA StockSAVER administration console − StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 24 The Windows Remote Desktop Services server role is not supported on the server PC. − Only the Express, Workgroup, Standard, Enterprise and Datacenter Microsoft SQL server − editions and the included Microsoft SQL server 2014 Express LocalDB are supported. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 25: Network Stability And Security

    Attaching the hardware to racks 5.7.2 Network stability and security We advise you to only operate WERMA StockSAVER in a reliable LAN environment (TCP/IP network). An unstable or unsafe network can impair the function or performance of WERMA StockSAVER. 5.7.3...
  • Page 26 Not recommended during productive operation. Option B Install the Server Service and database on two different servers. A separate SQL Server, e.g. SQL Server Express, must be installed beforehand. Install the client application on a workstation PC. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 27: Installing Werma Stocksaver

    As standard, all required port approvals are configured in Windows firewall during the Installation of WERMA StockSAVER. If other or additional firewall or network products are being used, manual adjustment may be necessary. If doing so, please ensure that the...
  • Page 28 Installing the client on further PCs. − 5. If you wish to use an in-house Microsoft SQL Server or a different TCP/IP port for the Server Service, select Show advanced installation options. 6. Click Next. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 29: Advanced Server Installation

    The selected languages will be made available automatically after an update of the client installations has been carried out. The installation program downloads further languages from the Werma web server. These will be displayed as soon as they are available. It may be necessary to configure a proxy server in order to access the WERMA server.
  • Page 30: Installing A Client On Other Pcs

    Attaching the hardware to racks 5. To use an existing Microsoft SQL server with a pre-installed StockSAVER database, e.g. when installing a new instance of the Server Services, select Microsoft SQL Server database with WERMA StockSAVER data. 5.7.6 Installing a client on other PCs 1.
  • Page 31: Commissioning The Hardware

    Connecting and configuring the Transceiver 1. Connect the Transceiver to the PC using the USB cable supplied and wait for a few seconds 2. If the Transceiver driver is not detected, install the driver manually. See Transceiver problems StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 32 − The TCP/IP connection from the Server Service to the Transceiver will be established using a different TCP/IP port. TCP/IP port 80 is used as default. Your network administrator will provide the configuration data. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 33: Connecting And Configuring The Smartbox

    8. If you do not use a barcode scanner, select Do not configure. 9. If you do use a barcode scanner, the other options can be used to configure how Part Numbers are analysed: StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 34 10. After you have configured the barcode, the posting confirmation of the SmartBox can be activated. This function is only relevant if a WERMA StockSAVER interface has been activated. This ensures that the material movements have been successfully posted and that the posting can therefore be made available to other applications via the interface.
  • Page 35 Action Activate If the posting confirmation function of the SmartBox has been activated, the material movement will be posted in StockSAVER after a Location has been correctly replenished. If this is completed successfully, a confirmation beep will be given by the SmartBox.
  • Page 36: Connect The Smartbox And Transceiver To The Rack

    Connect the SmartBox and Transceiver to the rack 1. Connect the SmartBox with the SensorBox bus cable. 2. Connect the SmartBox to the power supply. 3. Connect the Transceiver to the power supply. 4. Connect the Transceiver to the Ethernet connection. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 37: Configuring Racks

    Location names must be unique. It is recommended to begin the Location name with − general information and become progressively more specific. Example of Location name structure: Plant-Department-Aisle-Bay-Shelf-Location An automatically assigned Location name is generated as default: Consecutive rack − number-Bay (alphabetical)-Shelf-Location. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 38: Configuring The Bus Cabling

    2. Select the rack from the Add rack dialog. 3. Click the SmartBox icon to draw the bus wiring between the SensorBoxes. 4. Click Check to check the configuration for errors. Save the bus wiring, click OK and close the dialog. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 39: System Operation

    − Select a background image for the view. Recommended file format: .PNG − Scale background image. − Remove background image. − Select Full screen mode. − End Full screen mode using Open a new display window. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 40: Overview: Material Requirement List

    Shows the current filling level status of the Location Duration Shows how long the Location has had this status Location Shows the Location name Part Number Shows the Part Number assigned to that Location StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 41: Material Requirement List Columns: Displaying Total Material

    Shows the number of bins required to replenish all Locations to Nominal Stock level Maximum refill Shows the maximum number of bins that can be stored without the Locations moving into Excess Stock Pcs per bin Shows the number of pieces per bin StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 42: Overview: Material Master

    NOTE: The Part Number cannot be altered In editing mode: Cancel editing. In display mode: Delete currently displayed material. Import Material Master data via CSV file. See CSV import of Material Master data. Open another window StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 43: Analysis

    Location reconnects. The following can constitute a disconnection: Wireless disconnection, disconnection of sensor/bus wiring, disconnection of TCP/IP connection to the Transceiver, loss of power on the SmartBox/Transceiver, Server Service not started, database connection error. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 44 Location definition, this is evaluated as a withdrawal. This means that Locations can be listed with 0 withdrawn bins, but Withdrawals (units) > 0. Material movements Shows all deposits and (history) withdrawals recorded by the system. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 45 Only Locations that are currently still assigned to a rack are evaluated. Deleted Locations are not evaluated. Therefore, the values may deviate from the report Material availability (by Location). Deviations caused by different rounding may also occur. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 46 Part Number Placement whilst the SmartBox was not ready for operation. Placement could not be posted because a posting with a later timestamp had already been made. See Adjusting and synchronising the time. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 47: Analysis And Export Function

    Magnify or minimise page. Use text or image as a watermark. Export (PDF, Excel, HTML). For more information on Excel exports see Import/export interfaces. Send analysis as email. Open another window. Close print preview. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 48: Export To Excel

    System operation 6.4.2 Export to Excel Option Description Export data only Select this option to edit existing table entries. Formatted output Select this option to use the standard data. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 49: Configuring Racks

    6. As an alternative to manual input, rack Location assignments can be imported via CSV. Importing Location assignments from CSV. 7. Click Check to check the configuration for errors. 8. Save the rack configuration, click OK and close the dialog. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 50: Changing Settings

    Language selection − Automatic update search − WERMA logo in full screen view − Start options, e.g. which module and which view should be displayed at startup − Automatic start with Windows logon − StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 51: Views

    Control Station. Views for all modules can be edited or copied. − New views can be created. − View names can be edited. − The sequence of views can be altered. − StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 52: Devices

    The assignment of SmartBoxes to Transceivers will be displayed − 6.6.4 Location Default settings can be adjusted for the following statuses: Minimum stock level − Reorder level − Excess stock − Default settings simplify rack configuration. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 53: Reports

    6.6.6 Functions Access to Modules and certain functions can be enabled or disabled for each workstation and user. This setting can be protected by a password. The same password is used throughout the system. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 54: System Expansion

    Line-of-sight between the SmartBox and Transceiver. − Avoiding metal surfaces between the SmartBox and Transceiver. − Transceiver position. − If there is no connection, the device will be shown in the list of Disconnected devices. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 55 Maximum range with repeater function max. 900 m (line-of-sight). − The practically achievable maximum range of the wireless connection may be lower depending on the operational environment. If necessary, up to 4 Transceivers can be used to collect data via the network. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 56: Connections

    Corresponding entries are exported to the CSV export file. If the Bin Quantity (pcs per bin) of a Location is changed, an entry containing − DeltaBoxCount=0 and a corresponding value in DeltaAmount is exported. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 57 The detected/new quantity of bins at the time. PiecesPerBox [int] Bin quantity (pcs per bin). Amount [int] Stock in this Location in pieces Current BoxCount * PiecesPerBox (The definition may be changed in future updates, e.g. counted quantities) StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 58 Negative = withdrawal Positive = replenishment Configuration and Import process The CSV export is performed by the WERMA StockSAVER Server Service, i.e. the export file is created on the server. The following is recommended for optimum availability of the CSV interface: The export file must be saved on a local data carrier (not on a network drive).
  • Page 59: Importing Material Master Data From Csv

    A double quotation mark " is used as an escape character. A semicolon or double − quotation marks indicate an escape in a character string. Double quotation marks " are displayed twice in an escape sequence. − Example: Character string: Large T-shirt; long-sleeved and "colourful" StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 60 The specified data types correspond to the SQL server data types for the corresponding − columns. For optimum compatibility we recommend using data types with the same ranges in − interfaces. The number and definition of the fields may change in future updates of WERMA − StockSAVER. Field ID Data type Description...
  • Page 61: Importing Location Assignments From Csv

    The specified data types correspond to the SQL server data types for the corresponding − columns. For optimum compatibility we recommend using data types with the same ranges in − interfaces. The number and definition of the fields may change in future updates of WERMA − StockSAVER. Field ID Data type Description...
  • Page 62: Xml Interface

    The import and export of files takes place automatically via a Windows Service. 6.11.1 Configuring the Interface Service The Interface Service can be configured and activated or deactivated via a wizard within the WERMA StockSAVER Administration Console. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 63 System operation The Service is configured from the PC (server PC) on which the WERMA StockSAVER Server Service runs. 1. Activating or deactivating the Interface If the Interface Service is to be used, i.e. data is to be imported and exported, select the option "Activate WERMA StockSAVER Data Exchange Service".
  • Page 64 System operation If the option has been selected, further configuration options will be presented: StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 65 Specify how long the files should be kept in the archive. Options 2 to 4 are only available for input if the import feature is activated. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 66 Options 2 to 3 are only available for input if the export feature is activated. Notes on the interface service The import and export of data is carried out by the Interface Service that is installed on the WERMA StockSAVER Server Service. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 67: Xml Import Of Material Master Data Sets

    During the import process, the Part number is checked to determine whether it is already available in WERMA StockSAVER. If itl is already in the system, the existing master data set will be updated in accordance with the data provided. If the material is not in the system, then a new master data set will be created.
  • Page 68 Description of the material defaultpiecesperbox Attribute [int] Optional field: Bin quantity (pieces per bin) If the field is not specified in a newly created data set, then 100 pieces per container are used as a default setting. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 69 If it is made up solely of spaces, the data set will be considered to be invalid If it contains non-printable characters, then the data set will be considered to be invalid Spaces at the beginning and the end will be removed during import StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 70: Xml Export Of Material Movements

    If a Location is deleted or the bus allocation is cancelled, an entry is exported with the quantity 0 and without stock limits. WERMA StockSAVER cannot carry out postings for Locations to which no material is assigned. This means that no data can be exported for these Locations. The same applies to Locations for which the bus cabling is not defined.
  • Page 71 (and time zone) on the server. The timestamp is formatted in accordance with ISO 8601. appversion Attribute [nvarchar] (20) Indicates the program version number with which the export file was created StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 72 Negative = withdrawal Positive = replenishment deltaamount Attribute [int] Quantity difference to the previous log entry for this Location/material. Negative = withdrawal Positive = replenishment value Attribute [int] The detected/new quantity of Bins at the time. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 73 3. The renamed file can be edited, deleted or archived as required. If the file is archived, it must be saved to another directory or a subdirectory to prevent the number of files in the export directory from increasing excessively. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 74: Journal

    Material movements log Shows all Material movement exports, including the exported data sets Material movements error log Shows only the Material movement exports which encountered an error StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 75: Software Administration

    Click Update software to find the current software version. TIP: The availability of updates − will be automatically displayed if Search for product updates when starting WERMA StockSAVER was selected in the settings. First update the server, then the clients.
  • Page 76: Option: Manage Data Via The Command Line

    − Select Export to manually export the current data set for every Location. 7.4.1 Option: Manage data via the command line Data can optionally be managed via the command line programme AdminCLI.exe. Command line parameters for WERMA StockSAVER Admin CLI Command Description /help Displays help for parameters.
  • Page 77: Alter The Server Service/Database Connection

    Firmware updates are only performed if new hardware is configured in the system and the update is necessary. When updating, ensure that the power supply is stable and that no other programs are active. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 78: Troubleshooting

    Check the Windows Event Log Viewer Check network settings: Static IP Firewall Proxy Antivirus system Dynamic IP UPD broadcast permitted in network? Master, DB & client present in the same subnetwork? See network settings StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 79: Smartbox Problems

    Blue LED does not light up Bus wiring: Plugs incorrectly Check the plug wiring and assembled rewire if necessary Blue LED does not light up SensorBox failure Check function and replace if necessary Display in software StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 80: Sensor Problems

    SmartBox and is other SmartBox and cancel software displayed greyed out to the existing assignment of the indicate it is occupied SensorBox to the Location. The Location can then be wired to another SmartBox/SensorBox. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 81 Connection in the routing Two Server Services are Remove Server Services not module: Transceiver installed for one Transceiver in use and repeat Transceiver repeatedly loses connection (e.g. due to prior test commissioning to the Service installation) StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 82 The language files are not First, install an update on the selected in the software. installed. server, taking care to install the required language files. Then carry out an update on the client PC. StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 83: Information On Log Files

    8.7 Information on log files 8.7.1 Request log files from the software WERMA StockSAVER stores log files in following folders. To access these, admin rights are required and hidden files must be shown. The log files from the Server Service can be found at: −...
  • Page 84: Technical Data

    Power supply unit Power supply output voltage: unit output 5 V DC voltage: 24 V Voltage range 10…30V ±10% 12…24V ±10% 115…230V ±10% 115…230V ±10% Startup/operating 600/15 mA 250/15 mA <20A/70 mA <800/160mA current StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...
  • Page 85: Wireless

    Max. 300 m (line- of-sight) of-sight) Only authorised Only authorised for EU countries. for EU countries. Other countries Other countries on request on request HF transfer rate 38.4 kBit/s 38.4 kBit/s 76.8 kBit/s 76.8 kBit/s StockSAVER manual - Software version 2.1...

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