Alfa Laval has introduced Clariot, a next-generation condition monitoring system powered by artificial intelligence, engineered to elevate performance and reliability across hygienic process environments.
Designed to deliver precise analysis and actionable insights, the new system is positioned as a critical step forward in the digital evolution of industrial maintenance.
Clariot continuously tracks both equipment and processes, offering around-the-clock monitoring and early diagnostics aimed at enhancing operational uptime and optimizing resource use. With its capacity to detect failures before they happen, the system allows manufacturers to shift from reactive to predictive maintenance strategies, thereby reducing unplanned downtime and extending equipment life.
“We developed Clariot based on our extensive experience from more than 3,000 condition monitoring units already operating worldwide,” said Torsten Pedersen, Commercial Head Condition Monitoring at Alfa Laval Fluid Handling. “With new hardware and software, we can now offer a complete digital handshake, tailored for use in demanding hygienic processes.”
Unplanned production stoppages cost manufacturers billions of euros annually. Downtime not only halts output but also results in product losses, increased cleaning requirements, wasted resources, and the risk of mechanical damage. Clariot aims to mitigate these impacts by continuously monitoring critical rotating equipment such as pumps and agitators, providing real-time alerts and diagnostics to preempt disruptions.
“In a world where every drop and every man-hour count, our customers increasingly seek solutions that improve uptime and productivity, while reducing resource waste. This is where Clariot makes a difference, helping manufacturers in hygienic industries prevent failures and run at full capacity without unnecessary interruptions,” Pedersen added.
Alfa Laval describes Clariot as a cornerstone of its broader digitalization strategy, aligning resource efficiency with cutting-edge smart technologies. As an independent system, Clariot is built with cybersecurity in mind, operating separately from internal business networks. Its installation is straightforward, the interface user-friendly, and its compatibility spans most major pump brands. The company emphasizes the system’s affordability and rapid return on investment.
“In a setup with 50 pumps, just one unplanned stop per quarter can result in annual losses up to 80,000 euros, while the solution from Alfa Laval costs less than one tenth of that scenario, delivering a fast payback time,” Pedersen said.
At the heart of the system is the Clariot VX sensor, the only sensor on the market specifically engineered for wet production environments and frequent process line changeovers. It plays a pivotal role in identifying the root causes of mechanical issues, whether linked to the process itself, installation parameters, or physical wear and tear.
By leveraging sensor data, AI-driven analytics, and digital connectivity, Clariot offers manufacturers in hygienic industries a path to smarter, more resilient operations—where maintenance is predictive, downtime is minimized, and every component is continuously optimized.
Find out more at: https://www.alfalaval.com/