Metso Outtech Corporation, a global aggregate handling equipment manufacturer, has announced that its “Innovative Cloud-Based Metrics Monitoring System Portfolio” is now available with tools, sensors, and It states that it includes dashboard access.
The company released an upgraded version of Metrics for its aggregates customer Lokotrack mobile crushers and screens this April. The new remote monitoring system not only offers “significantly better connectivity and optimization benefits, but also CO2 tracking capabilities that aggregate the customer’s crushing process,” the company said.
Metso Outotec Metrics, which the company says is part of its Planet Positive portfolio, is currently available for cone crushers, screens, pressure filters, courier analyzers, primary rotary crushers and pulverizers.
With its 24/7 online monitoring capability, Metso Outtech says Metrics will provide increased safety, increased uptime and throughput, and reduced unscheduled maintenance. “This allows operators, controllers and service professionals to analyze vibrating screen performance and bearing conditions in real time,” the company said.
The company adds that Metrics is designed for “intuitive operation” and is associated with “easy-to-read on-screen dashboards with OEM insights.” [that] Potential problems can be detected quickly and corrective actions can be taken in time. ”
In June, Metso Outotec announced a global cooperation agreement with Brazil-based Dynamox, which provides a condition monitoring platform. Screen Metrics is an early product, using Dynamox instruments that can be combined with value-added services and remote monitoring capabilities, the companies said.
“The feedback we received from our customers helped us deliver solutions that are customer-centric and focused on sustainability,” says Jan Wirth, Technical Director of Metso Outotec’s Screening Solutions Business Unit. . “Screen metrics help customers optimize their processes because they can easily see how implemented changes impacted their screening operations. It helps avoid potential failures.”
“Running the screens in an optimal way also has a positive impact on sustainability as it increases uptime and reduces consumption of media, spare parts, oil and energy,” adds Wirth. . Deliver led value-added services immediately. ”
According to the company, Metrics combined with its service footprint will enable Metso Outotec and its distributor partners to “support customers in making data-driven decisions that impact their screening operations.” .