Metso Unveils Plant Predictive Maintenance Solution

Metso has expanded its digital Metso Metrics offering with the launch of a new predictive maintenance solution for mining equipment, aimed to help maximize the uptime and performance of comminution circuits. The service was introduced at the recent Automation Fair conference hosted by Rockwell Automation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
Metso said its Metrics solution is designed to provide global mining customers improved visibility and new insights into their equipment and processes with analytics, condition monitoring and predictive maintenance, backed by expert support from Metso. The company said the combination of advanced technology and expertise will bring Metso services closer to customers by improving collaboration, asset reliability and optimization.
“Optimization of existing assets and processes is now the key to drive productivity at mine sites. This is where digitalization coupled with expert support really comes into play — connecting the right data with the right people,” said Jani Puroranta, chief digital officer, Metso. “With innovative digital tools like Metso Metrics, minerals processing plants can shift from reactive-mode to being proactive and focused on continuous improvement.”
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solution is built on the Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Cloud platform, powered by Microsoft Azure. It securely collects data from hundreds of sensors within Metso equipment to assess process performance, as well as predict component wear and failure. Metso performance teams analyze the data with the support of advanced machine learning algorithms, to help customers optimize equipment operations and processes.
“Mining companies need more visibility to their processes, equipment performance, and supply chain to improve safety and efficiency, reduce energy usage, and, ultimately, inform better business decisions,” said Blake Moret, chairman and CEO, Rockwell Automation. “This connected mine solution allows mining companies to derive measurable business value from their operations, allowing for better collaboration and increased productivity.”
The new offering covers Metso’s primary gyratory crushers, cone crushers and vibrating screens. In the future, other types of minerals processing equipment, such as mills, will be addressed, according to the company. The fi rst generation of Metso Metrics tools, focused on helping aggregate and quarry producers, were introduced in 2017.

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