The JUMO solution is particularly user-friendly and versatile, which means it can contribute to cost efficiency in a wide range of industries. JUMO's process technology application plays a crucial role in the food industry, especially in the brewing process. From mashing, lautering, wort boiling, and cooling to fermentation and filtration − all processes can be efficiently controlled with the JUMO solution.
The linchpin of the solution is the JUMO variTRON automation system, which enables an end-to-end solution from the sensor to the cloud through various JUMO smartWARE applications. The focus is on three user groups: manufacturers of process technology plants, plant operators, and end users.
Manufacturers can use JUMO smartWARE Setup to define individual process steps and plant types. Plant operators benefit from the JUMO smartWARE Program application, which enables intuitive creation as well as editing of programs and recipes using a graphical editor. With a few simple clicks, predefined process steps can be selected, linked, and setpoint values adjusted.
Consistent operation and documentation
The end user can then visualize and manage the program sequence using a display on such devices as a web panel or a tablet. Here, the user interface as well as the graphical program editor can be customized to ensure consistent and intuitive operation. Other JUMO applications such as JUMO smartWARE SCADA and the JUMO Cloud can be used for monitoring, batch recording, and the creation of individual reports. JUMO smartWARE SCADA runs locally at the customer's site and provides detailed process control and monitoring. The JUMO Cloud, on the other hand, offers a comprehensive carefree package for customers and enables worldwide access to plant and batch data.
CIP (Cleaning in Place) is an essential part of the brewing process. CIP cleaning is a process for cleaning process plants in the food and pharmaceutical industry. The process consists of flushing the plants with cleaning agents without having to dismantle them. JUMO offers a wide range of EHEDG-certified sensors to match. These are sensors suitable for wet cleaning in closed plants without prior dismounting. This corresponds to EHEDG Type EL Class I.
The CIP controller runs on the JUMO variTRON system and is fully integrated into the brewing plant's automation system. It supports various CIP processes, such as single and dual-circuit processes, and also enables SIP (Sterilization in Place)processes to be carried out. The process sequence can be individually adapted to the requirements of the plant and the product.
Process control for efficient and safe cleaning
In most cases, the first step of CIP cleaning is to pre-clean the plants with the last rinse water from the previous cleaning. This assumes that a storage water tank is available. The next step consists of rinsing with hot water. It is usually followed by a cleaning step with caustic soda. After another rinse with water, cleaning is often performed with nitric acid or even phosphoric acid. If no further requirements need to be met, cleaning is complete after another rinse with water from the storage tank.
During cleaning the temperature, flow, concentration of the cleaning media, and the duration are the essential factors for success.
The higher the cleaning temperature, the higher the cleaning success. On the other hand, excessive temperatures can also cause damage to the plant.
An essential aspect of the CIP control system is the monitoring and regulation of cleaning parameters. For this purpose JUMO offers a wide range of sensors and controllers, which can be easily integrated into the system. The measurement data is acquired in real time and can be used for monitoring and optimizing the process.
Batch recording is essential for documenting CIP cleaning as well as meeting quality and hygiene standards. With JUMO smartWARE SCADA and the JUMO Cloud, this task can be completed quickly, easily, and efficiently, just as in the brewing process. Both systems enable detailed recording of process parameters and the creation of individual customer reports.
The CIP control system is operated via an intuitive browser-based operating concept that is tailored to the user. Here, the operator can visually follow the process sequence and intervene manually if necessary. The system offers a high degree of flexibility and enables even complex CIP processes to be controlled efficiently and safely.
Another advantage of the JUMO solution is its integration into existing plants and systems. Thanks to its open architecture and support for standard interfaces, the JUMO variTRON system can be easily integrated into existing infrastructures. This opens up a wide range of opportunities for plant modernization and process optimization.
In summary, with the variTRON 500 and the JUMO smartWARE Program JUMO has created a comprehensive and intuitive automation solution that can be used in many industrial sectors, especially in the brewing industry. The solution not only offers the possibility of efficiently and precisely controlling the various process steps in beer production, but also enables comprehensive monitoring, batch recording, and the creation of individual reports.
Seamless connection to the cloud
This task is perfectly fulfilled with JUMO smartWARE SCADA and JUMO Cloud. With these solutions JUMO has developed two outstanding products that are ideal not only for monitoring complex process technology processes, but also for controlling them. JUMO smartWARE SCADA offers the option of local monitoring and control of the processes, while JUMO Cloud acts as a comprehensive carefree package and enables seamless connection between the sensor and cloud worldwide without a VPN.
The CIP cleaning process is crucial to the brewing industry. JUMO supports this with EHEDG-certified sensors and intuitive, user-friendly control software. Quality and food safety are sustainably ensured by the CIP process. Parameterization of the cleaning media, the temperature, flow rates, and the cleaning duration are essential factors for the cleaning success and can be precisely controlled via the previously mentioned JUMO systems.
Solutions offered by JUMO provide maximum flexibility, a high degree of process reliability, and the ability to meet customer requirements thanks to modular hardware and PLC functions. The browser-based applications are intuitive to use and can be customized. In summary, JUMO offers a complete and adaptable approach for anyone looking for efficient, reliable, and user-friendly automation solutions.
Authors: Michael Wiener (Product Manager for Automation Systems, JUMO) and Nico Müller (Product Manager for Software, JUMO)
