Main benefits
  • Automated monitoring 24/7
  • Regular manual measurement or monitoring are not needed
  • Easy to install and use
  • Access to accurate data anytime anywhere
  • Helps optimizing preventive maintenance and minimizes risk for unplanned downtime
Main applications

Suitable for all pumps, agitators, mixers and motors regardless of the type or brand in all industries.

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Main design features
See-through picture of sulzer Sense
  • Measures temperature and vibration
  • Water and dust-proof
  • Wireless mesh
  • Sensors battery-operated, gateway connects to power supply
  • Cellular, WLAN and Ethernet network
  • Plug and play
  • Ambient temperature -40°C to +85°C / -40°F to +185°F
Sulzer Sense monitoring concept
Infographic of how Sulzer Sense works
Wireless sensors attached to the equipment measure temperature and vibration in three axis and send the data into the cloud service via gateway.
Routing sensor
  • Mesh network can be extended with routing sensors if the gateway or sensors are too far away from each other blocking the data transmission
  • Routing sensor routes measurement data from sensors to the gateway
  • Shares technology with measurement sensor
Mesh network can be extended with routing sensors if the gateway or sensors are too far away from each other blocking the data transmission
Gateway
  • Collects data from sensors and sends it to the cloud
  • Connected to power supply
  • Cellular, WLAN, Ethernet network
  • Standard indoor enclosure (IP20) as well as protected enclosure (IP67) available
  • Plug and play
Standard indooor enclosure
Standard indoor enclosure
Water and dust-proof enclosure gateway (IP 67)
Water and dust-proof enclosure
Deployment application
Sulzer Sense's installation window on mobilephone screen

User-friendly mobile application helps to setup and configure sensors and gateways

  • Supports both Sulzer and non-Sulzer equipment
  • Sulzer recommended or custom threshold levels
  • Currently available for Android mobile devices on Google Play store
  • Requires username and password
Sulzer's online service
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Sulzer's online service provides secure, easy access to equipment related information anytime, anywhere. You can track your product condition, view the equipment trend data, access latest technical product documentation and identify spare parts.

  • Browser-based (www.pumpsonline.sulzer.com
  • Access from computer or handheld devices
  • Currently available in nine languages
  • Does not require any installed application, however username and password are needed
Cloud interface

Sulzer Sense Cloud Interface (REST API) is a simple and secure way to request the data generated by Sulzer Sense and transfer it to your own system

  • System independent – obtain and store the data wherever you want
  • Data can be easily visualized and analyzed in your own environment
  • Combine Sense measurement data with data from other sources for advanced analytics
  • Monitor your equipment independently of Sulzer Sense cloud service dashboards.
Sulzer Sense Cloud Interface (REST API) is a simple and secure way to request the data generated by Sulzer Sense and transfer it to your own syste
Installation videos
Sulzer Sense - Sensor installation
Sulzer Sense - Gateway installation
Case Studies and articles
  • Digital enablers at Sulzer-smart and connected equipment
    Sulzer uses cloud platforms, digital connectivity and state-of-the-art mesh sensor technology to create added value to the customers. Read the whole article.

  • Sulzer Sense monitors the condition of pumps in pulp production
    Kotkamills is a forest products company based in Kotka, Finland. The company specializes in consumer boards, laminating paper, and sawn products – and is an innovative pioneer in introducing new technologies. The Sulzer Sense condition monitoring system has been employed at Kotkamills from July 2019, ever since the first steps of the system.

  • Pumps keep mines dry
    Pumps play a critical role in all mining operations and they are, therefore, among the most important equipment in a mine. In this article we explain why. Read the article.

  • IoT condition monitoring in the process industry
    Industrial customers require insights into the behavior of their assets to proactively plan maintenance across their production facilities. This is commonly referred to as ‘condition monitoring’ and achieved by measuring and trending operational parameters such as bearing unit temperature and vibration that give an indication of the asset’s condition. Read the whole article.

  • Finnish energy company employed Sulzer Sense
    Founded in 1909, Helen Ltd is one of Finland’s biggest energy companies. Helen provides district heating and cooling in the Helsinki region and supplies electricity to various parts of Finland. In addition to heat, cooling and electricity, Helen offers solutions for regional and renewable energy, smart buildings and electric transport. Helen is developing a smarter, carbon-neutral energy system that enables everyone to produce, use and save energy with respect for the environment. Helen aims to achieve 100% carbon neutrality in energy production by 2035.

  • Pioneer in process expertise
    Sulzer is at the forefront in the field of industrial pumping and mixing technology. As a matter of fact, the state-of-the-art industrial pumps and mixers have basically remained the same for decades, but the technology is constantly being improved and adapted to new market requirements. Read the whole article.

  • Energy efficiency of pumping systems
    Pumping systems account for more than 20% of the world’s electrical energy demand, and in certain industrial plant operations they can be responsible for between 25% and 90% of the energy usage. Improving the energy efficiency of the pumping system will reduce production costs and support green credentials. Read the whole article.

  • Case studies
    Wherever fluids are pumped, mixed, controlled or applied, we are there. See how our solutions create value for customers and learn how we can make your pumping and mixing processes more efficient and profitable, safeguarding your production and ensuring lasting reliability.
Industries
  • Pulp, paper and board
    Sulzer is the world leader in innovative, reliable, and proven pumping, agitation and mixing solutions for the pulp and paper industry. Our deep process and application knowledge is based on long-term close co-operation with the producers, machinery suppliers and engineering companies.

  • Water and wastewater
    Sulzer offers a broad range of pumps and related equipment for water production and transportation as well as wastewater collection and treatment for municipalities and industries. Our expertise also includes separation technologies, and services on rotating equipment.

  • Fertilizers
    Our pumps, mixers and agitators provide durability and reliability for fertilizers production as well as for corrosive and abrasive liquids and high gas content. Our specific industry experience also includes separation processes and servicing of pumps, compressors, turbines, and motors.

  • Mining and metals
    Long experience and detailed knowledge of metals and mining applications with different raw materials makes Sulzer a reliable pump supplier for these industries.

  • Biofuels
    Biofuels from renewable sources show great potential as sustainable transportation fuel. Based on our experience in demanding processes, we work with customers to develop advanced pumping, mixing, and distillation solutions for the production of biofuels, from pilot to commercial-scale installations.

  • Sugar, starch and sweeteners
    Efficient production of sugar, starch and sweeteners puts high demands on the processing equipment. Thanks to many years of experience and comprehensive process know-how, Sulzer offers a wide portfolio of innovative process pumps, special pumps, mixers, agitators, compressors and aerators for these industry sectors.

  • Chemical processing
    Our solutions for the chemical processing industry include pumping, separation and mixing, as well as services for rotating equipment and infrastructure. We offer experience in classical chemical, plastic, and pharmaceutical production as well as in processing renewable materials.

  • Oil gas and chemicals
    High-performance pumps from Sulzer provide cutting edge solutions for the production, processing and transportation of hydrocarbons and CO2. Our technologies enable efficient separation processes for liquids and gas. We provide reliable services for compressors, turbines, motors, and generators through our global aftermarket network.
Related information
  • Sulzer Sense online services
    Sulzer Sense online services allows you to access equipment-related information in an easy-to-use internet-based service anytime, anywhere.

  • Sulzer introduces wireless condition monitoring
    August 28, 2019
    Sulzer takes its expertise in pumping solutions to the next level by introducing the Sulzer Sense wireless IoT condition monitoring system. Sulzer’s long experience in demanding industrial processes ensures that the Sulzer Sense monitoring device is built for real-life needs and conditions, to the benefit of our customers.

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