Taiwan's Largest Hazardous Industrial Waste Recycling Facility - TSU Utilizes IoTSuite Data Platform to Foster High-Quality Operational Decisions
10/1/2024
Digital transformation and intelligentization have been key directions for upgrading the manufacturing industry in recent years. Taiwan Steel Union Co., Ltd., one of Asia's top three zinc resource recycling plants from electric arc furnace dust and Taiwan's largest hazardous industrial waste recycling facility, has been actively pursuing smart transformation. By implementing Advantech's WISE-IoT multi-software solutions, based on the IoTSuite data platform, the company integrates various internal operational and production data to establish a transparent and efficient management system. This initiative aims to achieve several goals, including cost reduction, quality improvement, and profit enhancement.
Implementing an Integrated Solution Based on the IoTSuite Platform
To address this, the company believes that smart technology can break down existing data silos, enabling data to flow freely create value. As a result, they decided to establish a data platform to collect information such as furnace PLC operational status and production parameters. The aim is to optimize production processes, increase zinc oxide purity, and boost profitability.
After deciding on its smart transformation strategy, the company evaluated several information technology (IT) providers and ultimately selected Advantech’s IoTSuite IoT data platform. They implemented DataInsight for heterogeneous data integration, VisualSuite for business intelligence (BI) and production performance dashboards, and Patrol Inspection for site inspections. IoTSuite serves as the foundational platform, primarily managing computing resources. DataInsight integrates IT and operational technology (OT) data to perform cross-process analysis and optimization, incorporating data from the company's ERP, PLC, lab reports, warehousing logistics, procurement, and attendance records. Through this unified data platform, they established a command center and production performance dashboard, allowing administrators to quickly detect abnormalities, notify relevant personnel to resolve issues, and help new employees understand data processing logic, preventing confusion during troubleshooting.VisualSuite offers various visualizations, including Dashboard flat charts, SaaS Composer graphics, 3D graphics, and BI analysis charts. These tools enable personnel to monitor on-site indicators in real time, effectively capture key information, and quickly generate reports. These reports are essential for high-level decision-makers, such as the chairman, general manager, or plant manager, as they enhance management efficiency and accelerate decision-making processes.Patrol Inspection is used to assign inspection tasks. Taiwan Steel Union Co., Ltd. has numerous pieces of equipment and facilities that require regular inspection. Previously, personnel would use paper forms to verify whether machines were operating normally. After implementing Advantech's system, all inventory and maintenance operations can now be tracked online. If any anomalies are detected, the system immediately notifies the maintenance division, ensuring quick response and strict monitoring of repair progress to prevent disruptions to production schedules.
Enhancing Management Efficiency and Quality, Reducing Downtime Probability
Given the significant benefits realized, TSU plans to further integrate additional systems and expand the application scope of the data platform, laying the foundation for future AI applications. They also intend to promote green transformation by establishing a carbon asset management system, continually enhancing their international competitiveness through the adoption of smart technology and a commitment to ESG-driven sustainability.
Company Profile
- Established: 1995
- Industry: Environmental pollution control services
- Headquarters: Taiwan
- Operations: Hazardous industrial waste treatment and resource recycling
- Company Size: Medium-sized enterprise
- Quickly identify on-site issues and improve operational management efficiency
- Track changes in production quality and make timely adjustments to ensure quality
- Regularly monitor and maintain equipment to reduce the likelihood of unexpected downtime
The WISE-IoT multi-software solution, based on the IoTSuite data platform, enables the integration and management of industrial equipment, effectively breaking down data silos. The platform also allows for data analysis, visualization applications, and report management. The software used in this case includes:
- DataInsight for heterogeneous data integration and big data analysis
- VisualSuite for BI and production performance dashboards
- Patrol Inspection for plant inspection systems
Know more about WISE-IoT
WISE-Marketplace
Discover edge-to-cloud AIoT solutions for your needs.
Join WISE-IoT group to stay updated with the latest news!
