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Seco‘s FridgiWise Module
Seco has been providing service for plug-in cabinets for more than two decades. In recent years, the company has observed the increasing use of plug-in cabinets for cooling high-end products, such as sushi. To better coordinate the more than 2 million chests in service and the 200 service technicians in operation, Seco has taken on the challenge of developing a suitable solution.
Seco‘s research focused on understanding the causes of problems in plug-in cabinets. Through numerous field trials with different customer groups, Seco collected millions of data points to be centrally and automatically evaluated. Special attention was paid to the condenser, which plays a central role in malfunctions when dirty. Through comprehensive analysis of behavior and the development of measurement methods, Seco was able to identify anomalies to anticipate potential issues in advance. The result is the new FridgiWise module. The module measures power consumption and analyzes the switching behavior of each individual plug-in cabinets, transmitting the data to the corresponding software.
An intelligent algorithm assesses the degree of dirtiness and other anomalies based on operating time and power consumption, determining the optimal time for preventive cleaning. The status of each refrigerated display case can be viewed at any time via an app on a mobile device or through a browser on a computer. The intelligent algorithm not only detects dirtiness through increased power consumption but also provides insights into the quality of cleaning work performed. Through the app, users also have year-round access to energy consumption data and associated total costs.
For Seco as a service provider, this offers a significant advantage. Notifications for upcoming cleanings can be integrated into service planning. The service technician is on site to perform maintenance work in supermarkets exactly when needed, rather than during stressful peak seasons due to equipment failures.
Worth knowing: Targeted cleaning of condensers in plug-in cabinets prevents overloads, extends lifespan, increases efficiency, and reduces power consumption. This not only leads to cost savings but also minimizes product losses. Seco‘s FridgiWise module is thus a valuable tool for optimizing operations and cost efficiency. Through initial field trials with renowned international operators, TEKO can confirm its effectiveness.
In Germany and Austria, the module is sold by Seco under the name Eh-Da.
If interested, please contact Maurice Robinson (International Markets).
Maurice Robinson
Mobile: +49 151 126 96402
Telefon: +49 (0) 60 47 / 96 30-250
E-Mail: m.robinson@teko-gmbh.com
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