Digital offerings: Complete control of instruments and inventory
Why is digitalisation of the field level so important in the chemical industry?
VEGA supports this transformation not only through the use of digital communication like Ethernet APL, but also with innovative digital services such as the myVEGA customer portal, the digital twin and VEGA Inventory System. These solutions enable end-to-end data flow and provide tools for efficient system monitoring, maintenance and material management – from the date of installation right up to the end of a transmitter's life cycle.
How does Ethernet APL help with the digitalisation of the field level?
By utilising Ethernet APL, VEGA opens up new possibilities for Industry 4.0 applications and predictive maintenance for its customers.
What is the digital twin and how does it improve process reliability?
To fully describe the properties of physical devices, there is no alternative to a digital twin. However, digital twins are far more than just digital images: They combine real objects with virtual models, creating a comprehensive database that is updated in real time. This has a whole host of advantages that VEGA also uses for its instruments: All relevant information is stored and made available throughout the entire lifecycle of an instrument. The digital twin offers enormous advantages for the chemical industry:
- All data in one place: Calibrations, certificates, maintenance histories and diagnostic information are available at all times.
- Simple operation: The digital twin can be accessed on-site using QR codes, RFID tags, or the serial number.
- Backup and restore: Transmitter settings can be backed up and restored as needed, making maintenance tasks easier, reducing errors and downtime.
The digital twin enables more efficient planning of maintenance work and ensures that technicians have all the necessary information quickly at hand. The VEGA Digital Twin can be integrated into platforms like the myVEGA customer portal, where multiple instruments in a plant can be centrally managed. This saves time, simplifies documentation and ensures seamless tracking of all processes.
What are the benefits of the myVEGA customer portal?
The myVEGA customer portal is a central platform for managing all the VEGA instruments deployed in a plant. It facilitates the organisation and documentation of transmitter-related data and makes it accessible at all times. The most important functions include:
- Central data overview: Instrument configurations, certificates, and maintenance histories are available in a structured, accesible format.
- Direct access to the digital twin: All of a transmitter’s data can be accessed with just a few clicks.
- Efficient management: Requests for service can be submitted and tracked directly through the portal.
With myVEGA, operators save time and reduce sources of error, as all transmitter-related data is clearly structured and managed centrally.
How does VEGA Inventory System optimise material management?
In the chemical industry, precise inventory monitoring is extremely important because it makes it possible to reorder materials in good time and avoid bottlenecks. VEGA Inventory System offers a cloud-based solution for monitoring and managing stocks in silos, tanks and containers. It helps to avoid bottlenecks and plan replenishment efficiently.
The benefits include:
- Real-time level data: Transparency across locations ensures better decision-making.
- Automated reordering: When a vessel reaches a minimum level, an order is triggered.
- Optimised logistics: Production and supply chain processes can be seamlessly coordinated.
For the chemical industry, VEGA Inventory System means fewer administrative tasks, improves material availability and reduces production downtime.
How does the VEGA Tools app make field transmitter operation more efficient?
In the chemical industry, they are often located in places that are difficult to access or dangerous. With the VEGA Tools app, users can parameterise and monitor their transmitters remotely – safely and easily.
The app offers:
- Bluetooth connectivity: Transmitters can be configured in the field via smartphone or tablet, without direct contact.
- Real-time diagnostics: Technicians can quickly check measured values and errors and make adjustments.
- Security concept: The app meets the highest cybersecurity standards and protects against unauthorised access.
The VEGA Tools app saves time, increases safety and supports mobile workflows in the chemical industry.
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