A secure energy supply is essential for industrial operations. If steam, heating or cooling fails, production can stop – and in the worst case, entire production runs can be spoiled. Nevel uses several different methods to ensure a secure energy supply for critical infrastructure.
Security of energy supply means that critical energy services operate reliably and predictably. Disruptions can lead to production delays, product spoilage and even recalls. These can cause companies significant costs and reputational damage.
“Heat, steam and cooling are vital for production lines in dairies, sawmills and food processing plants. When energy flows without interruption, companies can focus on their core business,” says Pekka Kettunen, Head of O&M at Nevel.
How Nevel ensures a secure energy supply
- Predictive maintenance. Regular servicing and inspections prevent failures.
- Remote operation and 24/7 monitoring. Major plants are monitored and controlled remotely in real time.
- Skilled personnel. Training and continuous learning ensure safe, reliable operations.
- Documentation and maintenance logs. Maintenance management systems help to prevent errors and anticipate maintenance needs.
- Spare parts management. Critical components are always in stock.
- Safety. Process and occupational safety, together with risk management, ensure safe operations.
- Backup capacity. An effective way to keep production running during interruptions.
Predictive maintenance prevents disruptions
Reliable supply security requires careful planning, foresight and continuous monitoring so that potential issues can be identified early. This requires both traditional security measures and new digital solutions – as well as continuous training.
“Continuous monitoring, regular inspections and preventive maintenance activities minimise risk,” explains Kettunen.
Backup capacity enables uninterrupted production
Backup capacity is essential for an uninterrupted energy supply. For example, having a backup boiler plant next to the main boiler plant that can be used when needed.
“Backup capacity usually matches the production volumes of the main production equipment, so customers don’t notice any disruption. We maintain backup systems with the same care and to the same standards as the primary plant,” shares Kettunen.
24/7 remote monitoring enables rapid response
When it comes to maintenance, you cannot rely solely on preventive actions and the observations of skilled technicians. That’s why Nevel has invested in advanced digital remote monitoring.
“Our remote operations centre monitors all our major production facilities 24/7. If a fault occurs, we can react immediately – for example, pressure or temperature alarms can be managed remotely,” points out Kettunen.
Safety is the foundation of reliability
Safe energy production is key to security of supply. At Nevel’s plants, stringent process and occupational safety practices help to ensure that our customers’ production can continue uninterrupted.
“Process safety goes hand in hand with personal safety. We assess and manage risks proactively, and train our personnel to think before they act,” shares Kettunen.
Partnership model helps respond to future needs
For Nevel, it is important to develop security of supply in cooperation with our customers. Our partnership model ensures that Nevel always has up-to-date information from customers about any changes in production plans that could affect energy consumption.
“Open cooperation is part of quality assurance. We have a responsibility to inform our customers about energy issues and to take care of them – and our customers have the right to trust that we do everything in a safe and responsible manner,” adds Kettunen.
Responsibility is at the heart of Nevel’s partnership model.
“Our solutions are based on renewable energy, excess heat recovery and material efficiency, all of which bring added value to customers without additional cost,” Kettunen concludes.