A small metals refinery in Southern Ontario processes cobalt, nickel, and precious metals from tailings supplied by their operations in a nearby city. To enhance the reliability of their critical assets and prevent unplanned shutdowns, the refinery sought the expertise of an automation solutions provider.
After several discussions and site visits, the automation provider recommended the ABB Ability Condition Monitoring for Rotating Equipment as a pilot project for 10 key assets:
This comprehensive system integrates sensors, gateways, and cloud-based web portal dashboards, providing real-time, intuitive insights into equipment health.
The initial order aims to validate the technology’s effectiveness at the Southern Ontario facility. If successful, the refinery plans to expand its use across their larger operations in other locations.
The automation provider’s team addressed this critical customer need with a high-potential solution, demonstrating the value of advanced condition monitoring in enhancing asset reliability and operational efficiency.