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IoT Implementation in Chemical Management: A Case Study of Wärtsilä and EcoOnline
Technology Category
- Sensors - Chemical Sensors
- Sensors - Liquid Detection Sensors
Applicable Industries
- Chemicals
- Equipment & Machinery
Use Cases
- Onsite Human Safety Management
- Remote Control
The Challenge
Wärtsilä, a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets, was facing a significant challenge in managing and tracking the chemicals used across its various locations. The company, with over 18,000 professionals spread across more than 200 locations in 68 countries, lacked a comprehensive system to maintain an overall view of the chemicals and their risk assessments. The absence of a robust system made it difficult for the company to keep track of the chemicals, their suppliers, and the latest safety data sheets. This situation posed a risk to the company's commitment to improving environmental and economic performance.
About The Customer
Wärtsilä is a global leader in the manufacturing and service industry, specializing in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Founded in 1834, the company is committed to innovation in sustainable technology and services, aiming to help its customers continuously improve their environmental and economic performance. Wärtsilä operates on a global scale, with a dedicated and passionate team of 18,000 professionals spread across more than 200 locations in 68 countries. The company's services and products include equipment for ships and drilling rigs, such as propellers, gears, remote control devices, drives, and spare parts, as well as ship repairing services.
The Solution
To address this challenge, Wärtsilä turned to EcoOnline, a software solution designed to provide a better overview of chemicals in each location. With EcoOnline, Wärtsilä was able to gain a comprehensive view of the substances present in different locations. The software enabled the company to find most of the suppliers in the database and ensured that they had the latest update of the safety data sheet at all times. Additionally, EcoOnline provided a clear risk assessment, which significantly aided Wärtsilä in its work on the substitution obligation. The implementation of EcoOnline's software solution effectively streamlined Wärtsilä's chemical management process, enhancing its environmental and economic performance.
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