Empowering production with Industry 4.0 & IoT
From Static to Smart: A Shift in Expectations
Digitalization is reshaping production in the glass sector—from forming lines to supplier plants. Today, the expectation isn’t just quality—it’s traceable, measurable, and predictable quality. Suppliers who can’t monitor their own processes in real time risk falling behind.
What’s Changed at SIGMA
Over the past year, SIGMA has integrated digital control and monitoring into nearly every phase of its production process.
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Our new five-axis grinding machines can process parts up to 1 meter tall, while logging torque, temperature, and energy consumption in real time.
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The revamped dryers and Furnace 7 now run with PLC-based control logic and inverter-driven fans, giving us precise tuning by product type and automated fault detection.
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The upcoming automated lathe (live Nov 2024) features dual-head tooling and fully logged operational cycles—ideal for high-spec feeder expendables.
These aren’t upgrades for the sake of automation. They deliver measurable value: fewer defects, faster changeovers, and tighter process repeatability.
Why It Matters: Predictive Maintenance in Practice
The ability to detect a shift in motor load or temperature before a failure happens isn’t theoretical—it’s built in. By analyzing logged machine data, we can:
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Identify early-stage wear or instability
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Adjust process parameters mid-cycle
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Optimize energy usage across multiple shifts
This reduces unplanned downtime and helps ensure that every refractory piece meets spec—without waiting for a lab test to confirm it.
What It Means for You
For customers, the benefits are direct and tangible:
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Greater dimensional consistency, supported by logged process parameters
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Faster delivery times, with fewer delays from stoppages or reworks
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Documented traceability, from production to quality verification
When you choose SIGMA, you’re not just choosing a product—you’re choosing a process that’s under control.
Conclusion
Digital transformation at SIGMA isn’t about trend-following—it’s about performance. We’re building systems that improve what we deliver, how we deliver it, and how reliably it works in your furnace.
