AUSTRIA – ANDRITZ, a global leader in engineering and technology solutions, is set to transform the feed industry with its innovative portfolio of automation and digitalization solutions.
Introduced under the Metris digital platform, these cutting-edge technologies aim to revolutionize feed plant operations, with the ambitious goal of achieving full autonomy by 2027.
Sohail Nazari, Head of Automation and Digitalization at ANDRITZ Feed & Biofuel, emphasized the company’s commitment to driving forward the journey towards autonomous operations.
“The journey to autonomous operations is paved with bold steps of those who embrace every facet of automation and digitalization, turning challenges into opportunities for growth,” said Nazari.
By leveraging expertise and state-of-the-art digital technologies, ANDRITZ aims to empower businesses to thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape.
Nazari assured clients that ANDRITZ would accompany them every step of the way, ensuring continuous improvement and innovation in plant operations.
ANDRITZ’s comprehensive approach to feed processing encompasses digital technologies for process optimization, asset management, operator training, and knowledge management.
The utilization of the Metris digital platform has already demonstrated significant throughput increases ranging from 7% to 16% across various industries.
Cybersecurity remains a paramount concern in the digital age. To address this challenge, ANDRITZ has partnered with OTORIO, a leading provider of cybersecurity solutions, to safeguard feed operations against cyber risks.
By ensuring full visibility across all assets and operations and proactively mitigating digital risks to IEC 62443 standards, ANDRITZ is at the forefront of protecting critical infrastructure.
Simulation-based engineering has proven instrumental in reducing ramp-up times in greenfield projects by up to 20% across diverse industries, resulting in substantial cost savings and increased revenues.
Furthermore, the deployment of full-scale digital twin technology enables virtual commissioning, allowing for the resolution of up to 90% of potential issues before on-site commissioning.
ANDRITZ’s automation and digitalization solutions have also delivered remarkable reductions in specific energy consumption, ranging from 3% to 17% across various industries.
By proactively identifying malfunctions and ensuring asset integrity, these solutions minimize production disruptions and promote sustainable operations.
Ultimately, ANDRITZ’s automation and digitalization solutions provide tangible, measurable, and replicable value, serving as the foundation for data-driven decisions in the feed industry.
As the sector continues to evolve, ANDRITZ remains committed to driving innovation and excellence, empowering feed producers to achieve new levels of efficiency and competitiveness.
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