VALVES
SYSTEM INTEGRATORS
BURKERT
WHAT HAS THE MANUFACTURER DONE FOR US?
Supporting process system integrators is
a priority for at least one fluid power and
process valve component manufacturer…
Process control systems frequently
require updates to account for changes
in the manufacturing process, new lines,
improvements in efficiency and system
upgrades. Whatever the situation, system
integrators will very often play an important
role in defining system structures and
specifying new components; then carrying-
out the installation and commissioning work.
This task can often be expedited far more
effectively with cooperative support from
experienced equipment manufacturers
that offer both flexibly stocked and tailored
solutions. At least that is the firm belief
of Bürkert UK & Ireland, according to the
General Manager, Neil Saunders:
From highly specialised pharmaceutical
manufacturing to more widespread chemical
engineering and food manufacturing
processes, modern process control systems
cover a huge range of applications and
environments. Each component must be
designed to exacting standards and offer
reliability and efficiency in what can be very
demanding circumstances. A pro-active
manufacturer that also designs systems
can share a wealth of knowledge with its
customers that can add value and efficiency
to almost any project.
TAKING UP THE CHALLENGE
System integrators are frequently faced
with the challenge of matching the most
appropriate products with the customers
existing infrastructure and making it all work
together within a defined budget. This is
no small task and very often the window of
opportunity to install and commission the
new equipment can be quite limited.
It is therefore fair to assume that system
integrators welcome support from original
equipment manufacturers (OEMs), especially
when it comes with industry expertise as well
as a flexible approach to system design. Many
manufacturers will claim to offer this, but
how far does that promise hold-good?
There will often be a number of possible
solutions to a problem, but finding the one
that meets the customer’s objectives as well
as a timely installation can be slightly more
difficult. It is at this point that manufacturers,
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