At K 2025, EREMA unveils the new PredictOn:Plastification Unit, a cutting-edge tool designed to monitor and record changes in the plasticising unit with precision. This innovation allows for the early detection of potential issues, enabling timely corrective actions that prevent unscheduled downtime. Integrated into the machine display (HMI) and the BluPort® digital customer platform, this tool enhances the overall efficiency and productivity of recycling systems by ensuring optimal machine performance and reducing maintenance costs.
This is the first ever intelligent assistance system to continuously monitor the status of the plasticising unit. Ultrasonic sensors detect wear to the extruder screw and barrel in real time without direct contact with the melt. Dimensional changes are displayed on the machine HMI using a traffic light colour system, and detailed long-term data can be viewed online on the BluPort® platform. This means that critical states of the plasticising unit can be detected at an early stage to avoid unscheduled machine downtime. Individually defined wear limits for the extruder screw and barrel make it possible to get the maximum operating time out of component service life and see when it is best to replace the component. This significantly improves reliability in scheduling.
"BluPort® lets us offer a comprehensive digital ecosystem that supports customers in their daily work, puts them in touch with the right contacts, and keeps everyone involved on the same level of information."
Christoph Krump, Head of Business Unit Service at EREMA.
BluPort® digital services platform puts all the data in one place
The visualisation of this predictive maintenance tool is fully integrated into the BluPort® online platform. It accompanies customers through the entire product life cycle, from initial contact to maintenance and upgrades, and potentially to a subsequent repurchase of the equipment. All information on quality control, spare parts, contact persons and system data is displayed in one place, accessible at any time, barrier-free, and synchronised between desktop and mobile devices. Over 4,500 users worldwide benefit from the advantages offered by this platform. "BluPort® lets us offer a comprehensive digital ecosystem that supports customers in their daily work, puts them in touch with the right contacts, and keeps everyone involved on the same level of information," says Christoph Krump, Head of Business Unit Service at EREMA. "Together with our experts' know-how, we offer our customers a strong network of digital tools and technical expertise wherever they are."
Experience digitalisation live at K
Visitors to K can experience PredictOn live in action on an INTAREMA® TVEplus® DuaFil® Compact, processing different input materials. The machine is equipped with PredictOn:Drive and PredictOn:Plastification Unit. The BluPort® displays at the EREMA stand and at the Edvanced Recycling Centre in the outdoor area will let visitors see how the assistance systems work.
Find out more and visit EREMA at K 2025: Hall 9, Stand: C09
and at the Edvanced Recycling Centre: Outdoor area, CE03
