Cimcon Digital

  Ahmedabad,   India , October 10 th , 2023    CIMCON Digital, a prominent player in predictive and prescriptive maintenance technology, announced the launch of its  VIBit-BP , a battery-powered vibration sensor that eliminates the need for wired connections. As the first company to offer both battery-powered and wired vibration sensors, CIMCON Digital aims to provide flexibility to industries seeking practical predictive maintenance solutions. VIBit-BP responds to the global demand in markets where either the cost to install wires is prohibitive, power is not available or access to industrial assets being monitored is limited due to plant operating conditions.  It also leverages the advances in battery technology and low power wireless networks to provide almost 10 years of battery life.  With the addition of this product, customers can integrate all their assets, whether they require wired or battery-operated vibration sensors into one system. Additi...

  According to Deloitte, the strategic importance of smart factories is undeniable, as early adopters have reported operating more efficiently and driving more to the bottom line. In the United States alone, 86% of manufacturers believe that smart factories will be the main driver of competition by 2025. 83% believe that smart factories will transform the way products are made. The cement plant is one of the most important industries in the smart factory perspective and it is believed that the cement plant of the future will operate in a different way than today’s plants. The cement plant of the future will achieve lower operating costs and higher asset value through higher energy efficiency, yield, and throughput and more targeted effective maintenance will also lengthen the lifetime of the equipment. But before we dig into the future of the cement industry, what are some of the challenges that the cement industry usually faces? Challenges in Cement Industry Raw price increase Sev...

  Who should be involved in the OT cybersecurity program? This is the first question for a reason. In many information technology (IT) organizations, the answer is clear. Security requires networking, endpoint, cloud, regulatory, and other IT partners. In operational technology (OT) cybersecurity, however, getting the “who” right is critical and often more complex. Depending on the organization, the who may include the head of process control technology; the SVP/EVP/VP of operations, manufacturing or supply chain; influential plant managers; or quality or similar regulatory personnel. This is on top of the more typical groups involved in IT security. We have seen many organizations stall if key operations personnel are not included early in the process to identify bottlenecks or technical challenges. Successful chief information security officers (CISO) create a steering committee of IT and OT personnel in addition to the operations leaders who understand the technical challenges o...

  Security in layman’s terms Anant was browsing the internet when he came across an advertisement for an 80% off branded dress. Anant became enthralled and clicked on the link. He double-checked the dress and its size. He found it to be a good fit and added it to his cart. He then made the payment by entering his credit card information. He was excited because he had obtained a good dress at a significant discount, which he intended to purchase for his friend’s wedding. After a few minutes, he received an alert that a transaction from his card had been processed, which he had not done. He was taken a back and had no idea what was going on. When he checked the same website again, he found that it is an unsecured website. His card information was stolen, but he was able to block his card after being notified of the fraudulent transaction. Why Security is important for IoT products Anant realised that the same thing could happen at his plant, where multiple IoT devices spread across d...

  The global steel market reached a value of US$ 874.6 Billion in 2021. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach a value of US$ 1,052.25 Billion by 2027, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.02% during 2022-2027. Significant growth in the automotive industry across the globe and Increasing oil & gas production owing to the transportation industry’s demand is creating a positive outlook for the market. But with growth comes a lot of challenges in the steel manufacturing process. Companies in the industry face major challenges with rapid digitalisation and unlocking potential in data, shifts in consumer demands, and the attraction of top talents. To address these challenges and improve profitability, the largest integrated producer of engineering steels and specialized seamless tubes in the Asia Pacific region has the foresight to expand its market in the coming years. In recent years, the leadership team has placed a greater emphasis on better asset utilizat...

  Industry Growth and Technological Advancements : As highlighted in a McKinsey report, the cement industry is poised for significant growth, expected to reach 850 million tons per annum (t/a) by 2030 and 1350 million t/a by 2050. This expansion is supported by substantial progress in technological upgrades and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, setting the stage for transformative shifts in manufacturing practices. The cement industry is embracing the fourth industrial revolution—Cement 4.0—with significant strides in digitalization and automation to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve sustainability. As manufacturers look to maximize their Return on Investment (ROI), the implementation of digital tools and processes becomes crucial. Here’s how advanced technologies are reshaping the cement industry: Overcoming Operational Challenges with Digital Solutions Condition-Based Monitoring (CBM) and Online Implement Monitoring:  Traditionally, cement plants have re...