Skip to main content
Sister Publication Links
  • Middle East Foam & Polyurethane
  • UTECH Asia/PU China
  • UTECH Europe
  • UTECH Las Americas
Subscribe
  • My Account
  • Login
  • Subscribe
  • Ukraine
  • News
    • Asia
    • Americas
    • Europe
    • M & A
    • Financial results
    • Automotive
  • Data
  • Information
    • Country Overview
    • Market Sector overviews
    • Technical articles
    • Company profiles and strategies
  • Events
    • Exhibitions
    • Conferences
    • Webinars / Livestreams
    • Become a Speaker
    • UTECH Europe 2021
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
  • Issues
  • Subscribe
MENU
Breadcrumb
  1. Home
  2. News
June 04, 2019 12:00 AM

Baumer introduces Sophie, its AI production monitoring system

Simon Robinson
  • Tweet
  • Share
  • Share
  • Email
  • More
    Print

    Freudenberg, Germany – Albrecht Baumer has introduced Sophie, a new production planning, monitoring and coordination system that integrates with conventional and mobile platforms.

    The system uses artificial intelligence to gain a complete view of the manufacturing process from the tank, through the foaming machine, to block storage. It also monitors and controls cutting and glueing.

    The company said that this can help improve efficiency, and therefore can reduce raw material use and manufacturing costs. It can also maximise capacity use.

    In addition, the system offers feedback during the foaming stage. Baumer said: 'It is possible to analyse the surrounding conditions during processing. The experience gained under identical or similar conditions can help adjust machines to guarantee optimal product quality.'

    Block production is monitored with measurement bridges. These monitor the shape and size of the block, and can also monitor air pressure, humidity and temperature.

    By integrating data from the bridges with the other production steps, it is possible to trace relatively small volumes of foam through the process, the company added.

    Artificial intelligence lies at the heart of the system. This analyses data to help drive production towards the customer's goals. Baumer said Sophie can reduce waste, lead time, inventory, or unit cost. At the same time, it can ensure consistent product quality.

    The stock management module gives a real-time view of the state raw material levels, curing racks, crane storage, short block storage and glue drying racks.

    Recommended for You
    China moves to meet HCFC-141b phase out pledge
    China moves to meet HCFC-141b phase out pledge
    Record half at Kingspan, but orders start to dry up
    Record half at Kingspan, but orders start to dry up
    Tough polyol market takes shine of PCC Rokita in Q1
    Tough polyol market takes shine of PCC Rokita in Q1
    Latest Issue
    April/May 2022 issue
    Click HERE for Free Download
    View All Archives
    Get our newsletters

    Breaking news and in-depth coverage of essential topics delivered straight to your inbox.

    Subscribe today

    Register to access our archive of leading information on the polyurethanes industry.

    Subscribe now
    Connect with Us
    • Twitter
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • Youtube

    Follow us on social media for the latest polyurethanes industry news and event updates.

    Logo
    Contact Us

    Crain Communications
    11, Ironmonger Lane
    London
    EC2V 8EY
    United Kingdom

    Editorial
    Phone +44 (0) 20 3287 5935
    Email click to send

    Customer Service
    Phone +1 313 446 0450
    Email click to send

    Resources
    • Advertise with Us
    • Media Kit
    • Staff
    • Careers
    • Ad Choices Ad Choices
    • Sitemap
    Legal
    • Terms and Conditions
    • Privacy Policy
    • Privacy Request
    Copyright © 1996-2022. Crain Communications, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
    • Ukraine
    • News
      • Asia
      • Americas
      • Europe
      • M & A
      • Financial results
      • Automotive
    • Data
    • Information
      • Country Overview
      • Market Sector overviews
      • Technical articles
      • Company profiles and strategies
    • Events
      • Exhibitions
      • Conferences
      • Webinars / Livestreams
      • Become a Speaker
      • UTECH Europe 2021
    • Advertise
    • Contact Us
    • Issues
    • Subscribe