Rockwell Automation(US:ROK) Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-12-22 04:57Core Insights - The hydrogen energy industry is experiencing explosive growth, with significant emphasis on safety and quality control in hydrogen storage bottle production [1] - A partnership between Rockwell Automation and Beijing Max Times aims to enhance production management and compliance through a digital traceability system [2][3] Challenges - Quality traceability efficiency needs improvement, as manual checks are time-consuming, taking up to 4 hours per bottle [1][6] - Stringent control over production processes is required due to the complexity of manufacturing hydrogen storage bottles, which involves multiple critical steps [1] - Compliance requirements are increasing, necessitating adherence to standards such as GB/T 35544 and ISO 9001 [1] - The need for flexible production processes is highlighted as diverse hydrogen applications lead to a variety of bottle models and pressure levels [1] Solutions - The implementation of the ThingWorx industrial IoT platform allows for real-time monitoring and analysis of production processes, enhancing consistency and quality [2][3] - A unique identification system for each hydrogen storage bottle is established, utilizing QR codes or RFID for comprehensive traceability throughout the production lifecycle [2] - The deployment of an OPC Router central communication platform integrates data from various production systems, ensuring seamless data collection and aggregation [5] Results - The digital traceability system significantly reduces quality issue resolution time from 4 hours to just 3 minutes, enabling precise recall and minimizing quality losses [6] - The system ensures 100% compliance with GB/T 35544 requirements, covering all critical data points throughout the production lifecycle [6] - Real-time monitoring of production parameters has led to a 95% reduction in parameter violation rates, enhancing overall production stability [6]