FLCos is a web-based application we developed for a manufacturing company to monitor and control their industrial processes in real time. The project was built using Node.js and Express for the backend, providing a lightweight and efficient server to handle real-time data processing. We chose MySQL as the database to store historical data, such as process logs and equipment status, ensuring reliable data persistence and retrieval.

A key component of FLCos is its integration with OPC (Open Platform Communications) protocols, which allow the application to communicate with industrial hardware, such as PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers). This integration enables real-time data collection from factory equipment, including temperature, pressure, and production rates. The data is then processed by the Node.js backend and sent to the frontend for visualization.

The frontend of FLCos features dynamic SVG-based visualizations, which we used to create interactive diagrams of the factory floor. Users can click on different equipment in the diagram to view real-time metrics, such as operational status and error alerts. The use of SVGs ensured that the visualizations are scalable and responsive, providing a clear view of the factory layout on both desktop and tablet devices used by factory managers.

We also implemented a reporting system that allows users to generate detailed reports on equipment performance and production output, with data exported as CSV files for further analysis. The system includes user authentication and role-based access control, ensuring that only authorized personnel can access sensitive data or control equipment. Since its deployment, FLCos has improved the company’s operational efficiency by 20%, reducing downtime through proactive monitoring and maintenance.