FABTECH 2018 - Donaldson Previews Connected Technology to Simplify the Management of Dust and Fume Collection
Web-connected solution prompts timely maintenance, helps manage filtration costs
Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), a leading worldwide manufacturer of filtration systems, is unveiling web-connected technology that monitors industrial dust, fume and mist collectors, and notifies owners to take early, cost-saving maintenance actions. Donaldson will offer the solution through an early-adopter program. The early adopter program will be introduced at FABTECH November 6-8. A formal launch is slated for 2019.
The smart technology uses sensors and a controller to gather real-time data from a collector, apply analytics in the cloud, and relay insights back to the operator through a web-based dashboard and email or text alerts. Proper maintenance such as timely filter changes or earlier hopper cleaning can help prevent larger problems, assist in optimizing performance, and aid in reducing total dust and fume management costs over time.
"Operators are looking for actionable data from their collectors. Now our technology not only alerts them when equipment needs attention, but also spells out what actions to take," says Wade Wessels, global director of IoT and Connected Solutions for Donaldson. "The technology can help control costs by providing advanced notification of potential maintenance issues."
The Donaldson solution can be installed on existing or new industrial dust and fume equipment. While benefits will vary, pilot tests have demonstrated significant savings in both time and costs. A frequent three-hour maintenance job in one facility was reduced to just 15 minutes, for example, and premature filter wear in another was quickly discovered so that it could be diagnosed and solved remotely using historic data patterns.
"I am thrilled that we have already demonstrated value for owners by supporting increases in uptime, cutting maintenance hours, resolving issues faster and reducing filter replacement costs," said Rick DeJong, senior director of product technologies for the Donaldson Torit® line of filtration equipment. "As we develop this technology even further, it will increasingly change dust equipment operation and maintenance from a reactive to a more proactive model."
For additional information about connected technology for dust and fume collectors, visit Donaldson.com/connectedsolutions or call 800-365-1331. Visit the FABTECH Expo, booth #B- 901, November 6-8, 2018, in Atlanta, GA.
About Donaldson Company
Founded in 1915, Donaldson Company is a global leader in the filtration industry with sales, manufacturing and distribution locations around the world. Donaldsons innovative technologies are designed to solve complex filtration challenges and enhance customers equipment performance. For more information, visit www.Donaldson.com.
About Donaldson® Torit® Products
The Donaldson Torit line of dust, fume and mist collectors, and replacement parts and filters is engineered to increase manufacturing efficiency, save energy and create cleaner environments for employees. For more information, visit DonaldsonTorit.com.
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