Yokogawa, Shell partner on AI and robotics for maintenance
Yokogawa and Shell team up to bring AI and robotics to industrial maintenance, enhancing safety, uptime, and efficiency across global energy operations.
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Yokogawa Electric Corporation, a global leader in industrial automation, has announced a strategic partnership with Shell Global Solutions International B.V. to co-develop and deploy AI and robotics-based solutions for predictive maintenance in energy and process industries.
? Smarter Maintenance with AI & Robotics
The collaboration leverages Yokogawa’s control systems and digital platforms alongside Shell’s domain expertise in asset operations, aiming to:
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? Deploy AI to predict equipment failures and optimize maintenance schedules
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? Use autonomous inspection robots for remote, hazardous, or hard-to-reach locations
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? Integrate real-time operational data into digital twins for continuous optimization
⚙️ Enhancing Efficiency and Safety
The partnership targets key benefits for industrial sites:
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? Reduced downtime and maintenance costs
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? Improved worker safety through remote inspections
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? Lower environmental impact via optimized equipment performance
? Advancing Digital Transformation in Energy
This joint initiative is part of both companies' efforts to accelerate Industry 4.0 adoption and drive operational excellence in oil, gas, and chemical facilities globally.
? Executive Commentary
A Yokogawa spokesperson stated:
"Together with Shell, we’re building the future of smart maintenance—combining AI-driven foresight with robotics to transform how industries operate."
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