Save Time and Money with Virtual Commissioning

In today’s fast-paced industrial world, businesses need efficient, reliable, and costeffective ways to build and operate their systems. Virtual commissioning has emerged as a powerful tool that allows users to test and validate complex machinery and automation processes before putting them into real-world use. By embracing this digital approach, companies can avoid common delays, reduce costs, and confidently launch their systems on time.
NOVIMEQ Automation, a part of EPIQ Machinery, is a leader in providing these advanced virtual commissioning services. With expertise in industrial automation, digitalization, and 3D emulation, NOVIMEQ is helping OEMs in different industry sectors like Automobile, heavy industries and material handling systems to achieve higher efficiency and precision.
What Is Virtual Commissioning?
Virtual commissioning is the process of creating a “Digital Twin” – a virtual replica of a physical system that enables engineers to simulate how it will work in real life. This digital twin allows teams to test and refine systems in a safe virtual environment before any
physical equipment is involved. Traditionally, testing is done on-site after equipment is built, but virtual commissioning allows these checks to happen much earlier, saving both time and resources. With virtual commissioning, potential issues can be identified and solved digitally, which minimizes the risk of costly errors during actual deployment. This reduces the chances of downtime and keeps projects on schedule, making the process not only faster but also more economical.
NOVIMEQ’s Virtual Commissioning Capabilities
NOVIMEQ uses industry-leading software like Rockwell Automation’s Emulate3D to support its virtual commissioning services. Emulate3D enables NOVIMEQ to create accurate digital models of automation systems, allowing clients to test their systems under real-world conditions. Some of the key benefits of include:
• Reduced Project Risks: Engineers can detect and resolve potential issues before physical deployment, helping to avoid problems that could cause delays or require costly fixes on-site.
• Real-Time Testing: It provides real-time data and visuals, letting teams see exactly how systems will perform. This feedback helps them make better decisions and optimize system performance.
• Less On-Site Testing: Since much of the testing can be completed digitally, there is less need for repeated on-site troubleshooting, which can significantly reduce labor and travel costs.
Why Virtual Commissioning Is a Game-Changer
Virtual commissioning offers a way to test, validate, and optimize industrial systems without the high costs and risks associated with traditional methods. Here’s how it stands out:
1. Saves Time and Reduces Downtime: By testing in a virtual environment, potential issues can be addressed early, ensuring systems run smoothly when they go live. This helps prevent unexpected breakdowns and shortens the overall commissioning time.
2. Increases Safety: Virtual environments allow for safe testing without the risk of equipment damage or injury. Teams can experiment with different setups and identify any safety concerns before working with the actual equipment.
3. Lowers Costs: With virtual commissioning, companies can avoid repeated onsite testing, which lowers labor, material, and travel expenses. It also reduces the need for rework, which can be expensive and time-consuming.
4. Improves Efficiency: By visualizing processes in a 3D model, teams can pinpoint bottlenecks and make refinements early on. This ultimately leads to more efficient systems that deliver better performance from day one.
NOVIMEQ’s Key Services for Virtual Commissioning
NOVIMEQ offers a range of virtual commissioning services, each tailored to meet specific industrial needs. Here’s a look at some of the core services:
• 3D Emulation and Testing
NOVIMEQ creates realistic virtual models of clients’ equipment and processes, allowing for detailed testing in different scenarios before anything is built or installed. With a strong track record, NOVIMEQ has successfully completed projects like anode slot cutting machines, billet handling, and robotic bale dewiring, with more automotive industry projects underway. By testing these systems digitally, NOVIMEQ helps clients improve design, enhance safety, and boost efficiency. For manufacturers wanting to cut costs and save time, NOVIMEQ’s virtual commissioning makes it easier to deliver successful projects with fewer risks and smoother setups.
• Virtual Commissioning
By using Emulate3D, NOVIMEQ tests control systems before they’re installed onsite. The digital twin enables teams to simulate real-world conditions and ensure that all components work seamlessly together. This reduces the time needed for on-site setup and helps avoid any unexpected issues.
• Design and Consultancy
NOVIMEQ’s consultancy services help clients design systems that are ready for 3D emulation. By understanding clients’ goals, NOVIMEQ tailors’ solutions for optimal efficiency and reliability. This includes feasibility studies and design consulting for OEM’s.
• Training and Competency Development
In addition to project services, NOVIMEQ provides training for clients, helping them build skills in simulation, control systems, and automation. These programs empower clients to operate and maintain their systems confidently and effectively.
Real-World Applications and Benefits
NOVIMEQ’s virtual commissioning services apply to a wide range of industries, from material handling to automotive and OEM sectors. Here are some examples of how NOVIMEQ’s approach saves time and money for clients:
• Billet Handling: NOVIMEQ uses 3D emulation to streamline the loading and unloading processes in billet handling. This reduces handling time, improves material flow, and minimizes downtime, helping clients achieve higher productivity.
• Aluminium Log Handling: Virtual commissioning allows NOVIMEQ to test and refine control systems for aluminium log handling, which reduces equipment wear and ensures smoother operations.
• Robotic Bale De-wiring & Roll Handling in Pulp & Paper Industry: By simulating robotic and manual bale de-wiring systems and Paper Roll Handling Systems, NOVIMEQ helps clients improve safety and efficiency, reducing the need for physical intervention and minimizing human error.
A Future-Ready Approach to Automation
As technology advances, NOVIMEQ is committed to helping industries prepare for a digital future. Through virtual commissioning and Emulate3D’s powerful capabilities, NOVIMEQ enables clients to improve productivity, enhance safety, and meet the evolving demands of their industries. The company’s expertise in 3D emulation ensures that clients can handle new projects with confidence, knowing that systems have been rigorously tested for success.
Conclusion
In the world of industrial automation, efficiency and precision are essential for staying competitive. NOVIMEQ Automation’s simulation and virtual commissioning services allow clients to optimize their systems in a cost-effective and time-saving manner. By working with NOVIMEQ, businesses can reduce downtime, increase safety, and achieve greater operational efficiency – all while staying ahead in a rapidly changing market.
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