Alfa Laval’s ConditionAlert™ Prevents Major Breakdown at Sicit with Predictive Maintenance

Alfa Laval’s ConditionAlert™ Prevents Major Breakdown at Sicit with Predictive Maintenance

(IN BRIEF) Sicit, a company in Vicenza, Italy, specializing in converting leather tanning residues into protein hydrolysates, implemented Alfa Laval’s ConditionAlert™ solution to ensure optimal performance of their decanters. After installing the system in 2022, it proved invaluable in March 2023 when it detected a developing issue with a decanter’s main bearing. Prompt action, including replacing the faulty part with a spare, prevented a major breakdown. The system continued to monitor performance, guiding Sicit through further issues with a new rotating assembly. Thanks to ConditionAlert™, Sicit avoided costly downtime and environmental impacts, strengthening their confidence in predictive maintenance. Alfa Laval’s growing Connected Services network promises to deliver even more proactive support to customers like Sicit.

(PRESS RELEASE) LUND, 9-Jan-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Sicit, an innovative company based in Vicenza, Italy, is revolutionizing its leather tanning residue processing by converting it into protein hydrolysates. The company’s operations heavily rely on the optimal performance of their decanters. Aware of the risks associated with unplanned downtime and the growing need for more proactive maintenance, Sicit made the strategic decision to implement Alfa Laval’s ConditionAlert™ solution. This condition monitoring system helps them ensure their decanters perform at peak efficiency.

The integration of ConditionAlert™ in 2022 proved to be a game-changer for Sicit. However, it wasn’t until March 2023 that the solution truly showcased its value. ConditionAlert™, a pivotal part of Alfa Laval’s Connected Services offering, detected a developing issue with the main bearing of one of Sicit’s decanters. Almost instantly, an Alfa Laval technician from the Adriatic Service Centre was alerted and swiftly reached out to Sicit to assess the situation.

Thanks to the early warning provided by ConditionAlert™, Sicit acted quickly to replace the defective rotating assembly with a spare part from their own stock. The faulty part was then sent to the Service Centre for a thorough inspection. This rapid response, fueled by the real-time intelligence offered by ConditionAlert™, helped avert a potential catastrophic failure.

In the weeks that followed, ConditionAlert™ continued its vigilant monitoring, identifying anomalies in the newly installed rotating assembly’s bearing. Recognizing the risk of further damage, an Alfa Laval technician advised Sicit to perform lubrication as a temporary solution. However, as vibration levels increased, it became clear that even the new assembly had suffered bearing damage.

Faced with the escalating vibrations, Alfa Laval recommended swapping the new assembly for the repaired one. This proactive approach prevented a major breakdown, saving Sicit both time and money by avoiding costly repairs and minimizing the potential environmental impact of an extended disruption.

ConditionAlert™ has proven to be an invaluable tool for Sicit. It has enhanced their ability to detect and prevent failures before they escalate, securing the uninterrupted operation of their critical equipment. For a company like Sicit, where seamless production is a non-negotiable requirement, ConditionAlert™ provides the exact support needed to maintain reliability and operational efficiency.

The success of ConditionAlert™ at Sicit underscores the significant advantages of predictive maintenance and IoT-driven solutions. According to the Alfa Laval Adriatic team, the ability of ConditionAlert™ to identify potential failures and prevent costly breakdowns has had a profound impact on Sicit’s operations. “In multiple instances, the insights provided by ConditionAlert™ have saved the customer from an unexpected failure, which would have otherwise resulted in substantial costs,” noted the team.

Looking ahead, Alfa Laval is committed to expanding its Connected Services and advancing predictive maintenance technologies. By integrating their deep expertise in separation processes with cutting-edge IoT capabilities, Alfa Laval is setting a new standard for customer service. With a growing network of local experts and digital service centers, they continue to offer data-driven insights and proactive support.

Andrea Pelizzaro, Connected Services Manager at Alfa Laval, emphasizes the value of these advancements: “The power of data offers a new understanding of potential issues, allowing us to address them before they become serious problems. With the expanding use of Connected Services, we can deliver an even higher level of service and support to our customers.”

For Sicit, the collaboration with Alfa Laval and the predictive maintenance provided by ConditionAlert™ has become a cornerstone of their operational strategy. The ability to prevent major equipment failures, reduce downtime, and ensure reliable performance has strengthened their confidence in the partnership.

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