At Munters, we are seeking innovative solutions to enhance the connectivity and data collection capabilities of our manufacturing machines, many of which are custom-built and operate through non-standard processes. We want to explore new technologies that can facilitate a rapid and seamless digital transformation—connecting these machines, and collecting and storing data without requiring extensive installations.
Opportunity overview
Digital transformation in the manufacturing industry creates significant value when data availability enables problem prediction, reporting, and mitigation. To reach this level, we need to effectively connect, collect, and store data from our machinery. For companies like ours, with complex, custom-built machinery assembly lines, efficient data collection can be a game changer.
We aim to implement advanced technologies, such as wireless connectivity and IoT, to create a unified system for real-time data collection. This would significantly boost our productivity by providing data that can be turned into actionable insights from our machines. For example, our internal operational teams could benefit from having an overview of machine performance, including energy usage.
Opportunity with us
We are looking to partner with startups that offer novel technologies in these areas and that allow us to maintain ownership of our data. Startups collaborating with us will have the unique opportunity to test and validate their technologies in a real-world manufacturing environment. We provide a supportive environment for fine-tuning and scaling solutions, starting within our network and potentially expanding to become part of our product offerings to clients.
Examples we're looking for
Innovative data acquisition
Novel solutions for collecting data from machines without the need for physical sensors, e.g. leveraging electromagnetic fields, acoustic signals, or other non-invasive methods to gather crucial data, reducing the need for complex installations. The ideal solution is timeless and would not have to be replaced when machines are updated.
Plug and play IoT
Easy-to-install IoT devices that can be quickly integrated into existing machinery to facilitate data collection and connectivity. Solutions that are cheap and robust are preferred.
Edge computing
Solutions that bring computing power closer to the data source, allowing for immediate data processing and analysis directly at the machine level.
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