Polykemi, a global leader in plastic compounding, expanded into the U.S. with a state-of-the-art facility focused on sustainable production. TSM’s cutting-edge solutions played a pivotal role in meeting Polykemi’s efficiency, quality, and sustainability goals by enhancing material blend accuracy.

Client Background

Founded in Sweden, Polykemi is renowned for its high-quality, eco-friendly plastic compounds, used across various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, and construction. Driven by a commitment to sustainability, Polykemi’s new facility in the U.S. integrates advanced technology and sustainable practices to meet growing market demands while reducing its environmental footprint.

Challenges

As Polykemi planned its expansion, the company faced several key challenges:

• Optimizing Production Efficiency: With a high-volume production target, the facility needed to minimize waste and ensure consistent quality.
• Ensuring Sustainable Material Use: Polykemi is committed to reducing raw material consumption while maintaining product standards.
• Minimizing Operational Downtime: The facility required highly reliable equipment to reduce unplanned downtime and maximize throughput.

Solution Provided by TSM Control Systems

To address these challenges, TSM designed and implemented a comprehensive solution tailored to Polykemi’s specific production needs:

• Opti-Mix Gravimetric Blender: The blending system with patented reverse flighted mixing auger ensures accurate and automatic mixing of raw materials, reducing material waste and enhancing consistency. The Opti-Mix Gravimetric Blender provided Polykemi with precision control over material ratios, critical for achieving consistent quality at high production volumes.
• Centralized Pneumatic Conveying System: TSM engineered a pneumatic conveying system tailored to Polykemi’s facility layout. The vacuum loading system was designed to convey the various bulk densities of Polykemi’s materials. The loading system is controlled by TSM’s VAC3000. Centralizing the loading enables Polykemi to eliminate manual handling of material.
• Spare Parts Package: To reduce unplanned downtime, a comprehensive spare parts package was supplied to Polykemi. Having spare parts on their shelf enables Polykemi to meet their production deadlines and commitments to their customers if any unforeseen problems occur.

Implementation Process

The implementation was carried out in a phased approach to minimize disruptions and ensure a smooth start up:

• Planning and Design: TSM collaborated with Polykemi’s engineering team to map out an efficient tubing layout and design that would seamlessly integrate with other third-party equipment.
• Installation and Calibration: TSM’s team oversaw the installation of the blending and conveying systems, followed by startup assistance in optimizing the blender to meet Polykemi’s production specifications.
• Training and Support: TSM provided on-site training to Polykemi’s operators, ensuring they were equipped to manage the new systems and make adjustments as needed.

Results and Benefits

With TSM’s advanced solutions in place, Polykemi increased efficiency, sustainability, and overall production performance:

• Minimized Material Waste: The precision blending system optimized the ratio of materials, helping Polykemi maintain high product standards while minimizing waste.
• Maximized Throughput: Enhanced material flow and reduced handling times led to faster production rates, meeting Polykemi’s increased demand without compromising quality.
• Enhanced Sustainability Metrics: By reducing waste and energy consumption, TSM’s solutions supported Polykemi’s commitment to sustainable production, aligning with their corporate social responsibility goals.

Client Testimonial

“Partnering with TSM has improved our production processes, allowing us to meet our high standards of quality and efficiency in our new U.S. facility. The accuracy in their equipment, and excellent support provided by TSM’s team, have been invaluable in helping us achieve our sustainability goals.” – Andreas Bergman, COO Polykemi North America

Conclusion

Through a strategic partnership, TSM enabled Polykemi to bring high-efficiency and eco-friendly production to the U.S. market. This collaboration highlights TSM’s commitment to delivering customized full turnkey solutions that meet the unique needs of global manufacturers like Polykemi.

Interested in Learning More?

If you’re ready to optimize your production facility, schedule a discovery call with TSM to learn how we can help streamline your processes for greater efficiency and sustainability.