Industrial automation for DEQUACHIM

Context: tackling the challenges of industrial digitalization

Dequachim, a leading player in aluminum chemistry, embarked on a digital transformation across all areas of the company—administrative, commercial, and industrial. To address the specific challenges of stabilizing and optimizing their production processes, Dequachim enlisted AgiNtech to develop a tailored solution for their industrial needs.

CHALLENGES

• Ensuring the stability of production processes.
• Maintaining consistent quality in finished products.
• Optimizing production performance while reducing energy costs.

SOLUTIONS IMPLEMENTED BY AGINTECH

Following an in-depth analysis of Dequachim’s needs, AgiNtech implemented a bespoke solution comprising:

• A control system using Rockwell PLCs, soon in redundant configuration, ensuring precise and reliable process management.
• A GE-based supervision solution with two redundant servers, providing a scalable foundation for future integrations.
• A robust realtime database for collecting and analyzing production data.

TANGIBLE RESULTS

With AgiNtech’s expertise, Dequachim achieved remarkable improvements:

• Production time optimization: For instance, the startup time for production, previously 2 hours, now takes only 30 seconds.
• Enhanced performance: A deeper understanding of processes enabled the doubling of production capacity.
• Energy cost reduction: Energy consumption was cut by half.

Centralized, real-time monitoring

The supervision system designed by AgiNtech provides operators with real-time visibility into the various manufacturing processes. Trend curves allow monitoring of critical parameters such as temperature and pH, while real-time alerts notify operators of deviations and other anomalies. From a centralized control room, operators can:

• Monitor all processes remotely.
• Respond quickly to alarms and adjust parameters in real time.
• Ensure accurate and reliable tracking of product quality.

A fruitful and lasting Collaboration

The success of this project was made possible through close collaboration between AgiNtech’s automation and electrical experts and Dequachim’s technical and production teams. This partnership continues today, with a dedicated AgiNtech expert regularly on-site to provide ongoing support and technical assistance.

Conclusion

Through a meticulous approach and tailored technical solutions, AgiNtech enabled Dequachim to achieve its industrial digitalization goals while laying the groundwork for even more efficient and sustainable production in the future.