When the going gets tough, our Concepts Team gets going
The A-team was without a doubt one of the most popular TV series ever. The combination of tough guys, determination and a high degree of resourcefulness appealed to the imagination of countless people worldwide. At Selmers we have our own ‘C-team’ that shows some resemblance with the TV heroes, in a different but equally exciting […]
Traceability at the touch of a button
The term traceability is commonly associated with the food industry. That only makes sense since the health of consumers is at stake. For food producers, traceability also serves as an internal tool to prevent huge costs and reputational damage due to a recall. Obviously, these worries cause sleepless nights in other industries as well. To […]
The technology train has arrived. Don’t miss it.
Technology is evolving at a dizzying pace across most, if not all industries. While many Plant Managers are still somewhat cautious, others have already embraced some of these technologies after successfully mobilizing internal support for the associated investment. Although Rome wasn’t built in one day either, taking the first steps towards Industry 4.0 soon is […]
Never stop asking ‘why’
‘Dad, why doesn’t anyone pass the ball to the man with the whistle?’ ‘Because he is the referee, son.’ ‘Mom, why do you never switch channels on TV?’ ‘Because I can also watch Netflix, dear.’ Just some ordinary questions children would ask their parents out of curiosity. Once we grow up, however, many of us have a hard […]
Losing control of your processes? Get a grip!
In controlling your processes, the use of KPIs and the subsequent reporting on them, are key. However, in the pipe blasting and coating business, the amount of data that can actually be used for analysis is generally limited. The same goes for functionalities of the average PLC. Hence, many production sites are suffering from control […]
How to make your mark in industry with robotic labeling
Unlike most consumer products, which usually leave the factory nicely branded and looking slick, the look & feel of many industrial products leaves a lot to be desired. In a way, that is a missed opportunity, as industrial customers too are not immune to a product’s appearance. Moreover, applying a label or other marking is […]
How to achieve operational excellence
During the last few decades, the number of production sites that rely on reactive maintenance, including in heavy industries has declined significantly. Clearly, both Plant and Operations Managers are increasingly aware of the importance of preventive maintenance in optimizing uptime. At Selmers we have a range of effective measures available to help you achieve operational […]
How SPMS can improve your processes and even business models
In previous blogs, we have outlined the key elements and benefits of our SPMS system in production environments. However, its versatility is not limited to converting production data and processes into smart data, but offers fresh insights into production-related processes such as logistics and even sales at the same time. In recent cases, SPMS has […]
From big data to smart data to smart industries
‘To measure is to know’ is a commonly used motto across all industries. Many companies, however still fail to really live up to it. Capturing production and other data is often limited to the use of PLCs, leaving oceans of potentially relevant data unused. Moreover, the available data lose their context as long as reviewing […]
