Water damage to the hotmelt equipment causing production downtime.
Context of the problem.
Friesland Campina experienced water damage to their Hotmelt equipment and turned to BIT Hotmelt Technology for assistance. As a major dairy cooperative, Friesland Campina produces a wide range of dairy products, including milk, cheese, and yogurt, supplying consumers worldwide.
Due to the daily intensive cleaning process in Friesland Campina’s Rotterdam production facility, water damage occurred in their Hotmelt installations, which are crucial to production. This resulted in production downtime and high costs, making an effective solution essential.
Case-Specific Challenges.
Water Damage to the Hotmelt Installation
During cleaning, water entered the installation, causing damage to critical components of the equipment.
Production Downtime
Due to the damage to the Hotmelt equipment, production of the products cannot continue.
High Costs Due to Repairs and Reduced Productivity
Due to the downtime, Friesland Campina faced not only high repair costs for the damaged equipment but also additional expenses resulting from lost productivity.
Solutions BIT Hotmelt Technology.
BIT Hotmelt Technology, in collaboration with Friesland Campina, developed a plan to resolve the water damage and restore production.
- New Meler Micron+ 5 with a waterproof enclosure
The enclosure provides optimal protection for the Hotmelt equipment against dust, dirt, and moisture. Thanks to its well-thought-out design, the Hotmelt unit remains easily accessible for maintenance, ensuring a perfect balance between protection and efficiency.
Our achievements.
- The Hotmelt unit remains protected from water during cleaning.
- No more production downtime due to water damage.
- Increased productivity.
- Reduced malfunctions caused by water exposure.
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