Paper and Pulp Industry

Boost Productivity in Paper and Pulp with Advanced Predictive Analytics

A Case Study on Enhanced Predictive Maintenance in the Paper and Pulp Industry

In the critical world of paper and pulp manufacturing, where operational continuity is essential, a leading industry player partnered with a strategic technology provider to embark on a journey toward unparalleled operational efficiency. This partnership centered around the implementation of ADI OtoSense, utilizing Smart Motor Sensor (SMS) technology, setting a new benchmark in predictive maintenance and asset management.

A Set of Challenges

The paper and pulp giant faced daunting challenges due to its dependence on motor-driven rollers critical to its manufacturing processes. The traditional maintenance approaches, reliant on manual inspections and subjective assessments, were no longer sufficient. These methods led to variability in maintenance effectiveness, influenced by the diverse experience and expertise of the personnel, resulting in unexpected equipment stoppages and significant production downtime.

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The Solution

The deployment of the ADI OtoSense Smart Motor Sensor (SMS) brought about a revolutionary shift from reactive to predictive maintenance strategies. This AI-powered solution provided a real-time, continuous monitoring system, designed to analyze and interpret data from critical motors, delivering actionable insights and diagnostics for preemptive maintenance actions.

Predictive Maintenance

Utilizing cutting-edge AI algorithms to predict equipment failures allowed for timely maintenance, significantly reducing unplanned downtime.

Operational Efficiency

The solution provided real-time analytics and actionable insights, optimizing production processes and increasing overall output.

Quality Assurance

Continuous monitoring of equipment performance ensured compliance with the highest production standards, maintaining product quality.

Implementation

The deployment of ADI OtoSense involved several key phases:

Real-Time Alerts

Receive real-time alerts on potential equipment issues, allowing for immediate response.

Optimize Maintenance Schedules

Optimize maintenance schedules based on actual equipment condition rather than predetermined intervals.

Improve Allocation of Maintenance Resources

Improve the allocation and utilization of maintenance resources, ensuring that efforts were focused where and when needed most.
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Conclusion

The collaboration between the paper and pulp manufacturing giant and its strategic technology partner showcases the transformative impact of predictive maintenance powered by ADI OtoSense. This case study highlights how cutting-edge AI and sensor technology can revolutionize traditional industrial maintenance practices, setting a new standard for operational excellence in the paper and pulp industry.

Future Outlook

Buoyed by the success of this initiative, the company is poised to further leverage predictive analytics across its operations, aiming to sustain its leadership in operational efficiency and sustainability. The industry-wide implications of this successful partnership underscore the potential for predictive maintenance technologies to redefine manufacturing standards across the paper and pulp sector.

Success Stories

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Explore transformative success stories from across industries. Witness how businesses have leveraged ADI Otosense to achieve remarkable efficiency gains, reduce downtime, and enhance decision-making, inspiring you to explore the possibilities within your own operations.

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"Our collaboration with ADI Otosense on the Smart Factory NISSEI project is pivotal for our digital transformation, enhancing safety and efficiency."

Yoshihiro Murakami

Manager Presto Production Division

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"Although the site had detected signs of abnormality due to increased vibration, it was difficult to determine whether the operation should be stopped immediately or wait until the next maintenance, given that the cause of the abnormality was not yet clear. SMS gave us insights into deciding the next action to prevent unplanned downtime."

Shota Akatsuka

Advanced Info Tech Center

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"One of the major benefits of this sensor is that you don’t have to set alarm levels. This solution is self-learning. So, you don’t waste time on false positives, and you don’t have to deal with false negatives."

Joris Bracke

Directeur, Bracke EB Groep

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