The Context
In an industrial plant, a single constraint or a single failing machine can limit the output of an entire line. Analyzing production, energy and equipment data together shows where that limit is.
Typical Challenges
- Bottlenecks that are difficult to identify from within the plant
- Increasing energy consumption of cooling, compressed air and other utilities
- Unplanned stops caused by deteriorating equipment
- Redundant equipment that adds cost and failure points
What Can Be Done
Performance Evaluation
Production lines and utility systems are compared with their expected consumption and output.
Predictive Maintenance
Faults on critical equipment are detected early, and maintenance is planned around production.
Production Optimization
Bottlenecks and unnecessary equipment are identified, and alternative operating strategies are tested.
Experience
Previous projects include efficiency improvements of industrial cooling systems in Southeast Asia. The interactive demo shows a cooling system monitored against its expected consumption.