Emersons PlantWeb Architecture Enables Akzo to Reduce Maintenance Costs and Unscheduled Shutdowns
Emersons PlantWeb Architecture Enables Akzo to Reduce Maintenance Costs and Unscheduled Shutdowns
2 PagesCHEMICAL For more information: www.assetweb.com Emerson ’ s PlantWeb ® Architecture Enables Akzo to Reduce Maintenance Costs and Unscheduled Shutdowns RESULTS • 10-20% reduction in maintenance costs • Unplanned shutdowns reduced by 10% • Quality improved – almost zero wastage APPLICATION The manufacturing plant uses gum rosins tapped from pine trees to make resins for printing inks and label coatings. The resins are also used in soaps, detergents and fragrances, and also for rubber production. Between 25,000 to 30,000 barrels of resin products are produced annually. CUSTOMER Akzo Nobel Ink and Adhesive Resins bv is an Akzo Nobel company division located in Maastricht, The Netherlands. The company has locations in Asia Pacific, North American and South America. CHALLENGE In a competit
