PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
New-generation extrusion system upgrades aquafeed production Garrick Yan, David Ma, Famsun
Figure 1. Control system user interface
With the advent of Industry 4.0 and the pervasive adoption of lean manufacturing practices across various industries, digitalization has emerged as a prominent trend in recent years. In keeping with the digital transformation, Famsun has developed a new generation of aquatic extrusion systems that are based on lean principles. These cutting-edge systems are designed to provide enhanced value to customers and exemplify Famsun's resolute commitment to actively respond to the demand for digital factories. In doing so, Famsun will become a veritable "engine" that drives the high-quality development of the global agriculture industry.
Visualized production data From a lean perspective, data-driven improvement is critical. However, numerous factories either do not
collect production data or still rely on paper-based records. The value of this data is restricted due to inaccessibility, inconsistent readings, and the inability to analyze and use the data in real time. To tackle this issue, Famsun upgraded its control system. At first glance, key monitoring data such as preconditioning temperature, pre-conditioning retention time, melt temperatures and melt pressures before the die plate, main motor load, and SME are prominently displayed on the control panel, making it easier for operators to determine if production and safety requirements are being met. The upgraded system surpasses mere data display and allows digital collection, standardization, and realtime analysis to identify improvement opportunities. Automated alarms notify operators of deviations from set points to minimize waste and downtime. In
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