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Henkel's Journey to Enhanced Energy Efficiency and Process Optimization
Applicable Industries
- Chemicals
- Consumer Goods
The Challenge
Henkel, a global leader in consumer goods and chemicals, was facing a significant challenge in optimizing its energy-intensive spray drying process in detergent production. The process was not only consuming a substantial amount of energy but also lacked the efficiency required for a streamlined production process. The company was in dire need of a solution that could modernize this process, conserve valuable resources, and contribute to its sustainability goals. The challenge was to find a system that could seamlessly integrate with their existing infrastructure and provide real-time insights for better decision-making.
About The Customer
Henkel is a renowned multinational company that operates worldwide with leading innovations, brands, and technologies in three business areas: Adhesive Technologies, Beauty Care, and Laundry & Home Care. Founded in 1876, Henkel holds globally leading market positions both in the consumer and industrial businesses with well-known brands such as Persil, Schwarzkopf, and Loctite. The company is committed to leadership in sustainability and aims to maintain high ethical standards. It seeks to optimize its processes wherever possible to conserve valuable resources and contribute to its sustainability goals.
The Solution
To address this challenge, Henkel implemented ProLeiT by Schneider Electric’s Plant iT control system and leading-edge industrial software from AVEVA. The Plant iT control system provided a robust and reliable solution for managing the complex spray drying process. It offered real-time monitoring and control capabilities, enabling Henkel to optimize its operations and reduce energy consumption. On the other hand, AVEVA's industrial software provided advanced analytics and reporting features. It allowed Henkel to gain valuable insights into its operations, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions. The combination of these two solutions empowered the operators and significantly improved the energy efficiency of the spray drying process.
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