HOUSTON, Aug. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Honeywell
(NYSE: HON) today announced that Braskem Idesa has adopted a
hands-free, wearable connected technology solution at its plant in
Veracruz, Mexico. Honeywell's
Intelligent Wearables will allow Braskem Idesa to improve
productivity and compliance with process procedures, capture the
expertise of experienced workers and provide critical insights and
information effectively to trainees and support workers in the
field.
Honeywell is delivering a complete outcome-based solution that
tracks specific key performance indicators and integrates hardware,
software and services, and a full Wi-Fi infrastructure to support
use of the solution across the plant. The wearable technology will
also accelerate training and ensure safety for field operators at
the Braskem Idesa facility.
"With this solution, Braskem Idesa is embracing the digital
transformation that will enable us to retain our leadership in the
petrochemicals industry," said Roberto Velasco Gutiérrez,
industrial director, Braskem Idesa. "Capturing all the relevant
expertise and data within the organization and getting it to
workers wherever and whenever needed, will help get trainees safely
into the field faster and ensure that every worker operates to
Braskem Idesa's best standards."
A comprehensive range of applications from
Honeywell will boost the speed, safety and reliability of
field workers thanks to the following services:
- Expert on Call: Provides field workers with live,
real-time access to experts in the central control room or
elsewhere for troubleshooting, support and advice
- Video support: Enables users to view videos
demonstrating key tasks
- Paperless rounds: Provides step-by-step
instructions for common and complex tasks
"Braskem Idesa has not only taken an important step toward
Industry 4.0 but has now also replaced paper-based and manual
operations with a sophisticated solution that's both digital and
wireless," said Vincent Higgins,
director of technology and innovation, Honeywell Connected
Enterprise, Industrial. "Wearable, voice-controlled computer
headsets and software eliminate the need for clipboards, pens, and
flashlights. Our offering will help Braskem Idesa capture
expertise and document critical tasks to ensure operational
compliance."
Honeywell's solution for field worker competency and
productivity enables Braskem Idesa to tie its plant performance
directly to the performance of its workers, critical to the success
of any industrial enterprise. By connecting field workers with
remote advice, Honeywell Intelligent Wearables also reduce the need
for site visits from experts, empower workers to continue learning,
become their best and effectively share their knowledge with
peers.
The Braskem Idesa petrochemical complex has a production
capacity of 1.05 million tons of ethylene and polyethylene. It is
one of the largest petrochemical production sites in the
Americas.
To learn more, please visit Honeywell's smart solutions for
field worker competency and productivity.
Honeywell (www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 technology
company that delivers industry specific solutions that include
aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings
and industry; and performance materials globally. Our technologies
help everything from aircraft, buildings, manufacturing plants,
supply chains, and workers become more connected to make our world
smarter, safer, and more sustainable. For more news and
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