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Emerson Integrates Augmented Reality into Plantweb Optics Software, Enhancing Remote Collaboration, Workforce Effectiveness

– Emerson (NYSE:EMR) has recently introduced augmented reality (AR) technology to

its Plantweb™ Optics asset performance platform, delivering enhanced access to real-time

diagnostics and analytics, as well as live remote assistance, to industrial plant workers

responsible for maintaining and optimizing plant equipment. With AR technology

integrated into Plantweb Optics, companies can improve productivity, collaboration and

operational performance, without being limited by shortages of skilled workers or travel

restrictions.

“Successful digital transformation programs that lead to Top Quartile performance have

people and work practices as a key focus. Adopting innovative technology like augmented

reality and institutionalizing best practices enable workers to add more value than ever to

operational and business performance,” said Stuart Harris, group president for Emerson’s

digital transformation business. “With these new Plantweb Optics technologies, customers

can experience significant improvements in equipment reliability and the safety of their facilities.”

Plantweb Optics leverages artificial intelligence, machine learning analytics and data

contextualization to provide real-time visibility into plant reliability and operational

performance. Unlike standalone AR solutions that require custom engineering, AR is

integrated into Plantweb Optics, providing immediate access to a wealth of data and

translating into easier, less costly implementation and a faster return on investment. For

use by manufacturers in the life sciences, food and beverage, chemical, metals and mining,

power and water, pulp and paper and energy industries, Plantweb Optics is part of

Emerson’s award-winning Plantweb™ digital ecosystem of technologies, software and

services.

Augmented reality for Plantweb Optics transforms the way field technicians accomplish

complex tasks through enhanced situational awareness, live remote assistance and

analytics delivered in context of the plant. As a field technician walks an industrial plant

with a mobile device, Plantweb Optics uses spatial computing technology to map assets

and provide technicians with critical maintenance information relevant to their location.

Plantweb Optics overlays real-time analytics, equipment health status and technical

support documentation on their field of view, so technicians can safely resolve issues sooner. 

The augmented and virtual reality market is projected to grow annually at 40% from 2017

through 2025, according to multiple research reports. Much of this spending will come from

manufacturers around the globe using AR technology to help upskill their workforce for digitalized operations.

With live remote assistance, field technicians can be virtually shadowed by experts, either

on-site or off-site, from Emerson, their own company or another service provider. Experts

can talk, type or augment the technician’s mobile display with graphics to guide the next action. Live remote assistance enables technicians and experts to collaborate for safe troubleshooting and repairs, regardless of location and without travel costs. Live remote

assistance sessions, best practices and notes from experienced engineers and step-by-step

troubleshooting procedures can be logged into a knowledge library for use by all engineers

at a site. The knowledge library is a resource for companies to standardize procedures and

ensure engineers of all experience levels understand an asset’s history and are using best

practices for safe, efficient operations.

 

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