DIGITALISATION
A decentralised control system for actuators – such as the SIMA 2 Master Station by AUMA – facilitates access to important data and , at the same time , relieves the control system . Photo : AUMA
alterations in the average and peak temperature or vibration indicate a plant problem ,” explains Andreas Fuchs , Rotork Country Manager Germany . Data is analysed in asset management systems . These systems provide information at an early stage in order to ensure safe and reliable plant operation through measures and to prevent unforeseen costly and dangerous system failures .
Significant reduction of emissions
In addition to efficient processes , the digitisation of industry also offers great potential for reducing CO2 emissions . According to the
Bitkom study “ Climate Effects of Digitalisation ”, accelerating the use of digital technologies in Germany alone could be saved up to 64 million tons of CO2 in 2030 – that is 17 percent of the total planned CO2 savings as part of the 2030 climate target . Furthermore , the use of digital twins , i . e . the simulation and optimisation of physical products or processes , could save 33 million tons of CO2 . According to the Bitkom study , an additional 31 million tons could be avoided by increased automation in production , using digital technologies to reduce manual intervention and the use of materials as well as optimising processes .
Networks with added value
The concrete implementation of digitalisation on the ground has not yet been decided . For example , in pneumatic actuators . “ So far , it has been outsourced to add-on parts ,” explains Mark Schmidt , Managing Director of Air Torque . The advantage of this solution is its simple interchangeability . However , there are now also all-in-one products . “ It remains to be seen what the market decides on .” The digital possibilities appear complex for the market . Therefore , coordination – also in the form of corporate networks – offers added value . The open integration network
has developed from this idea . Cooperation partners test and document the interaction of their products and the ways to fully utilise digitalisation in typical automated process environments . “ Users benefit from this in two ways : they can combine the best products of the respective product segment in their operating environments and also commission them quickly and easily , “ explains Endress + Hauser . The company ' s partner programmes include Auma Riester , Bürkert , Flowserve , Pepperl + Fuchs and Rotork , among others .
AI as another pulse generator
The goal of implementing digital transformation has long been a priority for many companies . And that is why networks such as “ open integration ”, but also cooperations with universities , are up-to-date . Also against the background that Artificial Intelligence ( AI ) provides additional strong impetus to digitalisation not only by collecting and interpreting data : AI intervenes in the process without human decision – machines react to each other . A development which companies can use for themselves – but also for the climate . However , it will take years to implement this trend consistently . But the way to this objective will be worthwhile .
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