Make systems your servants
You might have encountered situations where the best way to work, based on your long experience and know-how, is not aligned with the systems in use. Systems that are supposed…
An open mind takes you to the next level in process analytics
As a wise old man once said: You can prove anything with facts. Okay, it was Homer Simpson, but you have to admit, he has a point. You need data…
Process analysis turns vector data into a fountain of value
Most industrial data analysis is based on time series data. This type of data has one value / process parameter for each time stamp. For example, process automation produces this…
Comparing different operating periods with the help of Wedge
One of the most common use cases of Wedge is comparing a period of interest with another time period and figuring out what is done differently. This sort of study…
Four practical case examples of pattern recognition in Wedge
Wedge makes it possible to use advanced algorithms to recognize patterns in process and quality data. Below, we have introduced four practical applications of pattern recognition that help Wedge users…
Process knowledge and efficient data use are key to energy efficiency
Industry processes traditionally generate a lot of data, but from an energy-efficiency point of view, it may not be relevant data or the right kind of data. Energy use does…
The most common user scenarios for data analytics with Wedge
When we categorized the most common Wedge user scenarios, the following cases came up. Different user scenarios are usually linked together; for example, the situation awareness view also includes the…
Why process analytics with Wedge is so popular at mill sites
It is an outdated belief that data utilization is the job of only a group of dedicated people, like development engineers. With a well-designed diagnostics tool, process data analytics is…
Center Lining helps optimize plant operations and induces continuous improvement
Process stabilization is critical for all industrial processes to ensure uniform quality and low production costs. Center lining is a commonly used term for keeping key process variables at desired…
3 steps to efficient trial runs with external partners
During trial runs, it’s crucial to have clear roles and tools that support the work. Operators must be able to focus on the process and get clear instructions for the…