Industrial Automation Magazine India

JUMO products align with the exacting standards of process industries

Published on : Tuesday 04-07-2023

Rupesh Desale, Director, JUMO India Pvt Ltd.

JUMO is well known for its sensors, probes and software products. What are the main product lines?
JUMO is a leading and recognised global supplier for an extensive range of sensors, control and automation products. The company specialises in various product lines to cater to diverse industrial applications. Their product lines include measurement and control solutions for temperature, pressure, flow and such physical parameters. JUMO also offers an array of liquid analysis sensors and transmitters for measuring parameters like pH, conductivity, and dissolved oxygen in liquids. Additionally, the portfolio comprises advanced process controllers, SCADA systems and Cloud based solutions. These products are complemented by JUMO's software offerings, which include monitoring and analysis software for efficient data management and process optimisation.
 
What are the market segments that the JUMO product range caters to?
The JUMO product range caters to a wide range of market segments across various industries. Some of the key market segments that JUMO serves include Pharmaceutical Industry where JUMO sensors provide accurate, reliable, and hygienic measurement solutions ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance. Similarly in the railway Industry, JUMO sensors play a critical role in ensuring safety, efficiency and passenger comfort in the railway industry. Renewable Energy sector uses JUMO sensors for their high accuracy, reliability, customisation options, and compatibility with harsh environments. In the water and wastewater industry JUMO's sensors and probes are utilised for wastewater management systems, and environmental monitoring applications where they offer reliable measurement solutions for parameters like pH, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, and turbidity. Industrial Automation, Process Industry, HVAC and Building Technology, Energy and Power Generation, food & beverages are just a few examples of the market segments that JUMO caters to, highlighting their broad product portfolio and industry reach.
 
Process industries today are high on automation and safety. How do JUMO products fit in the exacting standards these industries operate in?
JUMO products align with the exacting standards of process industries through their high accuracy, regulatory compliance, robust construction, automation capabilities, safety features, diagnostic functions, and customisation options. They contribute to the automation, safety, and efficiency of industrial processes, ensuring reliable and optimised operations in these demanding industries. JUMO products adhere to industry-specific regulations and standards, such as IECEx and ATEX requirements. Moreover, JUMO products incorporate safety features and comply with functional safety standards, including SIL (Safety Integrity Level) requirements. They are equipped with various safety mechanisms and redundant designs to ensure safe operation, prevent accidents, and protect personnel and equipment.
 
Energy conservation and sustainability are major issues today. How do new ranges of smart sensors help meet such demands today?

The new range of smart JUMO sensors plays a crucial role in addressing energy conservation and sustainability demands, offering multiple key benefits. JUMO provides a variety of solutions for renewable energy applications, catering to different measurement technology requirements. Whether involved in wind, solar, or biogas plants' development, construction, or maintenance, JUMO offers tailored solutions to meet specific needs. In the wind energy sector, JUMO supplies equipment for offshore and onshore wind power plants, ensuring smooth operations and addressing diverse measurement tasks. JUMO's comprehensive product portfolio is further enhanced by their expertise and experience in sensor technology for wind power plants. For solar thermal energy, JUMO offers high-quality sensors and systems that enable precise control, regulation, and monitoring of heat transfer, enhancing system efficiency, flexibility, and reducing maintenance costs. By utilising smart sensors, industries, commercial buildings, and residential spaces can optimise energy usage, minimize waste, and seamlessly integrate renewable energy sources, contributing to energy conservation and sustainability. JUMO's solutions empower businesses and individuals to make significant strides in achieving their energy-related goals, reducing environmental impact, and supporting the transition towards a more sustainable future.
 
How does the JUMO cloud platform and associated services help clients in their plant performance?
JUMO cloud platform and associated services empower clients with remote monitoring, data analytics, predictive maintenance, energy optimisation, performance benchmarking, and scalability. By leveraging these capabilities, clients can enhance their plant performance, optimise operations, reduce downtime, improve energy efficiency, and make informed decisions for maximising productivity and profitability. The IoT platform for process visualisation, data acquisition, evaluation, and archiving enables worldwide access to measurement data via common web browsers. The JUMO Cloud is characterised by high security as well as valuable visualisation, alarm, and planning functions.
 
This system enables customers to have easy client management through Individual dashboards via common browsers eliminating the need of installing special software, browser plugins, or add-ons. Data is secured through end-to-end encryption (HTTPS, MQTTS/TLS), and redundant infrastructure certified by ISO/IEC 27.001. Alarms are configurable with on-call schedule, SMS, email, voice call, and push messages. Most importantly JUMO variTRON automation systems can be used as a gateway to connect further devices and they are charged a flat rate or pay-per-use.
 
JUMO established a direct presence in India in the year 2008. How has the company scaled up during this period?
JUMO has significantly strengthened its market presence in India through direct sales and service operations, resulting in stronger customer and partner relationships. This has led to an expanded customer base and increased market share in the industrial automation and process control sector. To cater to the diverse needs of different industries, JUMO has widened its product portfolio in India, offering a comprehensive range of sensors, probes, controllers, and software solutions. Additionally, JUMO has embraced technological advancements, integrating digitalisation, IoT, and Industry 4.0 concepts into their products, including smart sensors, cloud-based solutions, and data analytics capabilities. This commitment to innovation has positioned JUMO as a provider of cutting-edge solutions, empowering customers to enhance operational efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. Since its establishment in 2008, JUMO's presence in India has witnessed substantial growth and success in meeting the evolving demands of the market.
 
India is at an important juncture, scaling up manufacturing as well as a big infra push. How is JUMO capitalizing on these trends?
JUMO offers industry-specific solutions for the manufacturing and infrastructure sectors, including Food and beverages, water and wastewater, Railway, Pharmaceutical, Renewable energy, HVAC, and Industrial furnaces. These tailored products, such as sensors, controllers, and automation systems, address the unique challenges and requirements of each industry, improving efficiency, safety, and sustainability. JUMO embraces IoT and digitalisation, providing smart sensors and solutions for real-time data monitoring, remote access, and predictive maintenance. These capabilities optimise production processes and resource utilisation, aligning with India's focus on digital transformation. JUMO also prioritises energy efficiency and sustainability, offering energy management systems, monitoring devices, and renewable energy integration solutions. By capitalising on India's manufacturing scale-up and infrastructure development, JUMO supports sustainability goals and contributes to the success of projects in the country. With their industry expertise, innovative products, and customer support, JUMO effectively meets the evolving needs of India's manufacturing and infrastructure sectors.
 
Rupesh Desale has over 20 years experience in the field of Instrumentation Engineering and Sales. His speciality is to find good opportunities in new markets, identify gaps, analyse data and make solutions with effective business and technical strategy. Rupesh is very much interested in taking up new opportunities and working out more efficient ways for achieving it by leveraging my skills at a better level, both on a professional and personal level.