A Nobian Case Study: Preventing Raw Material Losses with SIC

Nobian partnered with Cyzag to tackle rising raw material losses. By leveraging our digital platform, they identified unexpected consumption patterns and avoided losses worth €980k per year. The platform enabled operators to act immediately, transforming visibility into proactive decision-making.

The Challenge

Raw material efficiency is often tracked weekly or monthly, leaving manufacturers with little chance of preventing losses. Operators typically navigate multiple spreadsheets, DCS screens, and MES displays to correlate production, consumption, and process variables, a slow and error-prone approach. Real-time, contextual visibility was lacking, limiting operators’ ability to intervene effectively.

The Solution

Using Short Interval Control (SIC), Cyzag helped operators focus on three questions every one to two hours:

• What has happened?

• What is happening now, or will it happen soon?

• What information is required to make decisions?

The Cyzag platform consolidated all relevant data into a single, real-time interface. Operators could:

• Visualise process performance in one tool instead of multiple systems

• Track efficiency in real time rather than daily

• Overlay consumption with critical process variables

• Receive alerts when key parameters exceed limits

This allowed operators to react instantly, manage the process closely, and prevent losses proactively.

The Results

• €980,000 annual savings by preventing raw material overconsumption

• Real-time visibility empowered operators to proactively manage process variations

• Operators shifted from engagement to ownership, actively solving process issues

• SIC processes became more effective, fostering collaboration and process discipline

Read the full in-depth case study here.

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About Nobian

Nobian is a leading European producer of essential chemicals, specialising in chlorine, caustic soda, and salt products. The company focuses on sustainable chemical manufacturing, providing solutions for industries ranging from water treatment to consumer goods, while driving innovation and efficiency in its production processes.