The buzzwords ‘Operational Excellence’
The buzzwords ‘Operational Excellence’ Operational excellence is a term widely used in various ways to the point where its original meaning has become diluted. Within the industrial landscape, it can mean almost anything. For Selmers, it entails a combination of actions that lead to measurable cost savings, safety, and increased uptime. From reactive to […]
When in Rome – do as the Romans do
When in Rome – do as the Romans do Selmers is a globally operating company with clients in every part of the world. On-site support and training are part of the job. But the typical Dutch directness can come across as blunt. Cultural differences can also lead to hilarious situations. Although humor is a […]
Robots are taking over the (pipe) world
Robots are taking over the (pipe) world When robots were first portrayed in movies such as War of the Worlds and Star Wars, they evoked a primal fear that someday machines and robots would take over the world. However, now that robots are actually here, it appears that we fear not being overpowered, but rather […]
Not sugar coating it; the best plant managers’ recipe
Not sugar coating it; the best plant managers’ recipe Deviating from a standard recipe; who doesn’t? You like to tweak the dish to your particular preferences. You probably do the same with your operations’ handling equipment. But as with the perfect frosting, it is with the perfect pipe coating… Experience, good ingredients and balance […]
Solving a bouncing problem with determination and grit
Solving a bouncing problem with determination and grit New paint requires a clean surface. The bigger the surface, the better the adhesion of the applied coating. For this purpose, blasting abrasion of pipes is done with grit. The grit is applied with force, and therefore naturally produces some excess grit. One of our clients […]
Longer lifespan, less downtime because of ‘magic touch’
‘Magic touch’ for longer lifespan and less downtime Decades of experience is not something that can be acquired by training, or that can be replaced by equipment. It’s like a person recognising a type of car just by hearing its engine. Or a baker no longer needing his recipes when adding ingredients. Our technical inspectors […]
Offshore ‘Predator’ has eyes on other industries
Offshore ‘Predator’ has eyes on other industries Ever seen a robot on a seagoing vessel? Robots are made of steel which is in essence not best friends with salt and water. Harsh conditions are one of the few certainties at sea. Therefore, most manufacturers of robots take a restraint approach to creating automated solutions for […]
Production plants and living plants can go hand in hand
Today, every company that respects the world and itself makes a contribution to sustainability. In all modesty, Selmers associates itself with this category. Our efforts range from recycling packaging cardboard to giving obsolete equipment a second life. And of course working and producing more efficiently and energy efficiently. Not only at our suppliers’ and our […]
Warmest Season’s Greetings!
In the Netherlands we have this immensely popular Television Show broadcasted every year on Christmas Eve: “All you need is love”. The show is all about persistence and faith, in which a hardworking team realizes the impossible. Despite specific challenges that left people with no hope to meet again for years, they accomplish to unite […]
Trick or treat? Unplanned downtime:
a real-life horror story
It is normal for kids to love a scary Halloween. They want to explore the boundaries of their own fears: a way to learn about them. We also like to push our process and equipment for the best results and learn from it. In Operations the focus is often on capacity(output). The adrenaline rushes through […]
