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1 Industrial Industrial Weighing & Product Inspection 18 News Sensors 4.0 A Process-Technology Revolution Real-time diagnostics, easy network integration and verifiable measurement results will become standard for sensors in automation. What requirements must intelligent sensors fulfill to become enablers of next-generation process technologies? Chemical industries are under increasing pressure to comply with regulations, improve production efficiency and react quickly to customer requirements. This places higher expectations on process technologies to provide solutions, and measurement sensors play a special role in this development. They are critical in the implementation of automated production processes according to Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things (IoT). A process revolution In traditional manual operation, a sensor captures data about a specific part of the process for example, a tank scale measures material inventory. An operator is present to document and evaluate the measurement and to respond appropriately if there is a problem. In an automated process, faulty measurements may easily go unnoticed and lead to product quality issues or even safety hazards. Modern, intelligent sensors with networking capabilities provide a wealth of additional information that helps improve the efficiency, quality and safety of automated production processes. For example, a ph sensor with integrated diagnostics can be replaced at just the right time before it fails during an expensive reaction process. A metal detector continuously monitors critical parameters to reduce testing frequency and alert 4.0

2 Real-Time Diagnostics ➊ Truck and Rail Scales ➋ Tanks on Weigh modules ➌ Bench and Floor Scales Capabilities for remote diagnostics via cloud-based systems allow for early recogoperators of potential production issues. Let s take a closer look at weighing sensors which are present in many automated processes throughout the chemical industry. For example, they are used to dose materials into reactors or verify final product weight. These applications usually have tight tolerances and require consistently accurate measurements. Because inaccurate measurements, especially if they go unnoticed, can have a significant impact on quality and cost, continuous monitoring of sensor performance is critical. An immediate alert to the control system or the mobile phone of the production manager ensures rapid troubleshooting. Integrated diagnostics State-of-the-art weighing technology for automation is based on intelligent load cells with integrated microprocessors for signal processing directly at the actual working point. This eliminates data transmission errors and improves the accuracy and consistency of measurement results. The intelligence in the load cell also allows continuous analysis of the weighing process. This means a failure or even gradual loss of performance can be identified and reported. In contrast, load cells with analog value transmission provide, at best, a general fault message. A gradual decline in performance of a single load cell is not recognizable. Publisher / Production Mettler-Toledo GmbH Industrial Division Heuwinkelstrasse CH-8606 Nänikon Switzerland Subject to technical changes 09/2017 Mettler-Toledo GmbH New Industrial Weighing Catalog Find Your Required Solution with Our Full Product Portfolio 2 METTLER TOLEDO Industrial News 18

3 Cloud-based diagnostics ➍ Process Sensors ➎ Filling Systems ➏ Metal Detectors ➐ Checkweighers ➑ Vision and X-ray Inspection nition of potential issues and enable immediate reaction by service providers to avoid costly downtime. Dynamic checkweighers can add further diagnostic capabilities by being able to monitor the weight of each package and instigate automatic adjustment of filling systems to ensure target weights are met and costly product give-away is minimized. product inspection equipment and make adjustments in order to optimize productivity. Continuous improvement The ability to collect such detailed measurement and diagnostics data enables a new and improved approach to process control and optimization which is a prerequisite for the Industry 4.0 age. Reduced downtime, faster trouble-shooting, less waste and scrap product: Intelligent sensors pave the way for these overall improvements in quality, compliance and productivity. Advanced data collection software is also able to harvest live production data from Ensure Uptime and Process Accuracy Weigh modules with diagnostic capabilities PowerMount weigh modules feature an integrated microprocessor which enables continuous process analysis. Such a weighing system can detect a gradual performance decline and initiate maintenance activities to avoid unplanned downtime and prevent inaccurate measurements. METTLER TOLEDO Industrial News 18 3

4 Quality Management Streamline Your Quality Workflow Compliant Efficient Scalable Improve the control of your production quality from statistical monitoring of fill quantities to the documentation of tablet-testing data. FreeWeigh.Net statistical quality and process control ensures legal requirements are met and profitability potentials are realized. 4 METTLER TOLEDO Industrial News 18

5 Full Quality Process Control Define, monitor and evaluate production quality from your workstation. Define quality tests and distribute test plans to all stations. Access measurement results and statistical data at any moment. Create customized reports and share quality data easily. Quick Deviation Response Immediately react to any deviations and minimize downtime. Receive immediate notifications on the line, on master stations, or via /sms. Benefit from trending functionality to detect tolerance violations in advance and minimize process interruptions. Integrate and Expand Easily Expand your quality control set-up at any time with little effort. Easily integrate third party devices, PLC or software solutions. Scale-up from a compact single station to a fully networked system. Add additional workplaces and functionalities when required. Full Regulatory Compliance Meet required regulations and benefit from comprehensive validation support. Rely on functionality for full FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11 compliance, including user access management, electronic signatures and audit trail. Make use of comprehensive documentation and services for efficient software validation. Full Range of Quality Data Control a broad range of quality parameters for tablet and package testing. Tablet quality tests: including hardness, thickness, weight, friability, content uniformity, disintegration, color, odor and more. Package quality tests: including net-content, expiry date, label print quality, package insert included, batch ID and more. METTLER TOLEDO Industrial News 18 5

6 Sanitary Design Approved Sanitary Features Avoid Cross-Contamination Equipment that complies with hygienic design guidelines facilitates cleaning-in-place (CIP) procedures in the chemical, food and pharmaceutical industries. The new SWB805 weigh module and junction box comply with EHEDG and NFS guidelines to accelerate sanitation and lower the risk of cross-contamination. Cleaning in Place (CIP) is required for customized scales that are permanently installed in locations such as tanks, silos or conveyors in the food, chemical and pharmaceutical industries. As a result, integrated weigh modules or load cells have to be hygienically designed to enable efficient and proper cleaning. Compliance with EHEDG and NFS Our new SWB805 MultiMount weigh module and junction box, as well as our ICS4x9/ICS6x9 terminal families, comply with EHEDG (European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group) and NFS (National Sanitation Foundation) guidelines to facilitate hygienic cleaning. SWB805 MultiMount Weigh Modules Capacities: 110 up to 4,400 kilograms Compliance with NSF and EHEDG design guidelines 304 or 316 Stainless-steel IP68/IP69K protection OIML, NTEP, ATEX, FM approvals standard AJB941 Junction Boxes Provide the same features as the weigh module ICS Weighing Terminal Certified according to NSF and EHEDG Simple weighing for inventory control of tanks or vessels Over-/under weighing with color- Weight for fast classification The entire measuring chain from terminal via junction box to weigh module is available compliant to NSF and EHEDG design guidelines. 6 METTLER TOLEDO Industrial News 18

7 Hygienic Cable Gland Design IP69K protected No exposed threads that collect contaminants Sealed mechanical Interfaces No metal-to-metal contact to avoid microorganism contamination Food grade polymers(fda) Hygienic Load-cell Design Mirror polished surfaces (<Ra0.1µm) Curved design for self-drainability Laser etched label (<Ra0.4µm) Patented Gasket Design Joint areas are sealed FDA-compliant soft rubber Allow horizontal movement Hygienic Stabilizer Design Stabilizers to supress vibrations are integrated into the mounting plate Sealings Spherical head to prevent standing liquid Hygienic washer design to enable tight seals and secure connections See the Weigh Module in Action Spacer Plate with Sealing For instances where a load cell has to be replaced and tanks cannot be lifted because of piping connectionstion. Hygienic Fasteners and Washers Spherical head on spacer plate mounts prevents standing liquid. Washers have FDP-compliant seal to stop water from entering screw-hole A 2-minute video shows how new hygienic features function during wash-down. METTLER TOLEDO Industrial News 18 7

8 Risk-Based Thinking in Quality Control Think About Risk Adapt Your Quality Control System In parts and components manufacturing, production risks such as machine malfunction and process abnormalities can lead to non-standard products that fail in the field. Apply weighing the right way to better control these processes and be ISO 9001:2015 compliant. The new ISO 9001:2015 framework encourages companies to actively manage quality risks. Manufacturers may use the failure mode effects analysis (FMEA) method, where issue severity and a certain probability of occurrence make it necessary to use a sensor for detecting the Understand the Production Process risk. Weighing devices can act as this sensor. Weighing is a proven method to detect missing materials, assess uniformity problems, and identify incorrect counts or package weights. By following the steps of METTLER TOLEDO s Good Weighing Practice (GWP ) below, companies Select the Right Equipment can mitigate production risks and implement risk-based quality-control thinking that is compliant with ISO 9001: Install Equipment Professionally Evaluate Your Requirements Evaluate your quality control requirements. To detect parts or component completeness or integrity either by sampling or as a 100% check, weighing may be the right option. Meet Your Requirements Select the right equipment based on an analysis of weighing needs and production environment. A GWP Recommendation summarizes your requirements as a science-based equipment qualification. Weigh Right from the Start Professional weighing system installation and qualification, along with in-depth user training, ensure trouble-free weighing. Scale readiness helps to ensure fewer operator mistakes and lowers production risks. 8 METTLER TOLEDO Industrial News 18

9 Calibrate Comprehensively Perform Meaningful Tests Improve Traceability Reduce Weighing Risks Calibration will disclose problems and determine if any adjustments are necessary for optimal performance. Save with Risk-Based Testing A GWP Verification documents routine test methods, test frequencies, test weights, and pass/fail limits. Get the Right Production Data Weighing devices deliver accurate production data right into your production systems. Easy data management and retrieval via a variety of interfaces assures correct labeling and efficient traceability. METTLER TOLEDO Industrial News 18 9

10 High Precision in Hazardous Areas Accurate or Safe? Now You Can Have Both! High-precision weighing in a hazardous area used to be a challenge. Today, however, ICS4_6x scales offer you the highest weighing accuracy in Zone 1/21, Division 1. When tolerances are tight, these scales deliver the precision to ensure consistently accurate results without compromising safety. Simple Weighing and Filling Versatile Material Dispensing Fast, Easy Quality Control Compact, stand-alone solution ICS426x scales are developed for easy installation and maintenance in hazardous areas. Thanks to their compact design, these scales are easy to manage. An intuitive user interface ensures quick and secure handling of even complex weighing applications. Multi-scale installation When weighing tasks require more than one scale, ICS466x is up to the task. Improve dispensing efficiency by easily managing two weighing platforms with one terminal. Benefit from the highest measurement accuracy for grams or tons. Ergonomic and efficient ICS4_6x scales can be flexibly configured for ergonomic and efficient operation in hazardous areas. The colorweight functionality of the ICS466x improves speed and control of weighing tasks by immediately indicating if a result is within tolerance 10 METTLER TOLEDO Industrial News 18

11 Precise Automated Filling and Dosing ICS4_6x scales High Precision in Hazardous Areas Global and local approvals (including IECEx, ATEX, FM) Zone 1/21 and Division 1 Intrinsically safe product design Up to 750,000d resolution Certified by OIML and NTEP Configurable for improved ergonomics Easy and efficient handling Large display with colored backlight Accurate, fast and efficient PBK9 bench and PFK9 floor scales provide the precision and ultra-fast measurement update rates required for hazardous-area filling and dosing. Combine them with the IND570xx or IND560x weighing terminals to easily configure fully automated processes METTLER TOLEDO Industrial News 18 11

12 New Industrial log Weighing Cata No Surprises Real-time Equipment Monitoring /ind-catalog-in Don t wait for Industry 4.0 to happen. Start monitoring the performance of your weighing equipment today with InTouchSM Remote Services. Connected scales send proactive alerts that enable you to immediately respond to performance issues. Free Download Increase uptime and ensure consistent measurement quality. Alarm Alarm Pharma Workflow Event I'm OK I'm OK Alarm I'm OK I'm OK Event I'm OK I'm OK Efficient Equipment Management Real-time equipment status information Fact-based timing of preventive maintenance activities Improved Performance Control On-going monitoring of measuring performance Periodic asset status reports to optimize processes Security without Compromise ISO certification User authentication and access control No changes to existing IT or security infrastructure For more information about Real-time Equipment Monitoring visit: METTLER TOLEDO Group Industrial Division Local contact: Subject to technical changes 09/2017 METTLER TOLEDO. All rights reserved Document No MarCom Industrial For more information