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Optimal Pump Monitoring with
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
ABEL has reached a new milestone in the world of pump technology.
The intelligent monitoring system “Smart Pump Assistant”, developed
in-house, now also enables predictive pump maintenance. With the introduction
of artificial intelligence (AI) in pump monitoring, ABEL has
reached the next level. The North German pump manufacturer is thus
setting new standards for the industry.
This pioneering technology is characterized by several key elements.
This innovative solution makes it possible to generate precise predictions
for maintenance requirements by integrating artificial intelligence.
ABEL is the first company on the market to offer predictive
maintenance for piston diaphragm pumps.
By using AI, we can realize proactive maintenance that minimizes
downtime and revolutionizes efficiency in pump maintenance. The application
of predictive maintenance offers numerous customer benefits,
including increased system availability, significant reduction in
maintenance costs and improved overall performance of piston diaphragm
pumps.
Fig. 2: Smart Messaging System
Fig. 3: Smart Pump Assistant optimizes the use of ABEL pumps
Fig. 1: Scheme: Predictive vs. Preventive Maintenance
Maximum reliability
Thanks to our AI-driven solution, potential problems with piston diaphragm
pumps can be detected early, long before they lead to costly
failures. This means maximum uptime and minimum downtime.
Cost savings
Predictive fault detection not only enables smooth operation, but also
leads to significant savings. Repairs can be planned and expensive
emergency measures avoided.
Efficiency improvements
Our AI technology continuously optimizes pump operation to maximize
energy efficiency and resource utilization. This means not only
cost savings, but also more environmentally friendly production.
Competitive advantage
Companies that use our AI-driven pump monitoring are one step
ahead of their competitors. They can prevent breakdowns, increase
productivity and strengthen their market position.
The fact that ABEL has received support from the German Federal
Ministry of Education and Research for this innovation shows the economic
importance and innovative spirit behind this technology. Our customers
benefit from a solution that is recognized at the highest level.
24/7 Error Detection with AI
The ABEL Smart Pump Assistant provides customers with important
insights into the pump’s performance, health status and pumping process.
With the help of the SPA, can optimize the operation of the pump.
In addition, the SPA regularly calculates the optimum next maintenance
time based on individual usage profile. With the help of artificial
intelligence, data is not only digitally illustrated, but also evaluated
and understood.
The SPA informs fully automatically when errors or malfunctions
occur on your pump. It shows on which component of the pump the
error occurs, how high the efficiency loss is and gives recommendations/instructions
on how the fault can be rectified. Alternatively, the
app can use to request help directly from ABEL.
Practical example: Use of the SPA monitor system optimizes
filter press feeding
The ABEL customer, the company SOLVALOR in Rouen (France), specializes
in recycling and recovery of soils – for the most part excavated
soils in civil engineering and mainly coming from Paris. Today, the company
is market leader in the recovery and recycling of soils.
In spring 2021, two ABEL hydraulic diaphragm pumps were put
into operation at the plant of this French customer. These diaphragm
pumps of the type HMD-G-80-1000 are used for filter press feeding at
a level of 80 m³/h and 12 bar.
Optimal support through the ABEL Smart Pump Assistant
The daily deployment and monitoring of the two ABEL HM pumps is
supported at the company SOLVALOR by the monitoring system Smart
Pump Assistant (SPA). With this SPA ABEL offers remote assistance.
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