A new process control system ensures greater safety and transparency.
The Bechtel private dairy processes up to 1.5 million kg of milk daily from 1,700 producers across Germany. Since 1908, the family-owned business has been on a steady growth trajectory. This is due in part to a consistent modernization strategy and a strong commitment to quality throughout the entire milk processing chain.
However, the wide variety of control and automation systems presented the Company with increasingly significant challenges in terms of maintenance and upkeep. The solution: a new, standardized control system that builds on the existing plant and makes the process even more transparent.
”"Our process control system plays a key role in ensuring the quality and efficiency of the process."
Thomas BuxGeschäftsführer planemos GmbH
Systematic production optimization — The benefits of a standardized control system.
At the heart of the new process control system is an integrated SCADA solution based on SIMATIC WinCC V7. This enables us to ensure optimal integration of all relevant information.
Advantages
All data from the milk receiving area is seamlessly transmitted and exchanged from the process control level through the MES system to the ERP system.
Faster, mobile access
Information from production can be made available at any time, regardless of location, even on mobile devices. This supports decision-makers and enables a quick response to new requirements.
Greater transparency, greater availability
The uniform user interfaces significantly simplify production operations. As a result, uptime can be increased in compliance with strict hygiene requirements, and downtime can be reduced.
Simple extension
In the event of an expansion of the production facilities, the homogeneous system architecture can adapt flexibly and be expanded with minimal effort. As a result, the dairy is well-equipped for further scaling.
”"Since 2013, Bechtel Dairy has relied on our automation expertise. We are proud of this trust, and it is a great example of how trusting, long-term partnerships pay off."
Thomas Buxplanemos GmbH
