Anhui Conch places laboratory equipment order

China’s Anhui Conch has ordered four polab® laboratory automation systems from thyssenkrupp, including units for the world’s two largest cement plants in Wuhu and Tongling, eastern China.

"More and more cement manufacturers are showing interest in our smart factory and digitisation solutions. Our automation systems make cement plants fit for the future. This order with our long-lasting client is an outstanding reference in the industry underlying the global trend for efficiency improvements. Anhui Conch Cement operates more than 120 cement lines worldwide," said Pablo Hofelich, CEO of the Cement Technologies business unit.

The systems use industrial robots to ensure consistently high product quality at minimum production cost, enabling cement producers to respond to growing quality and environmental requirements, according to a press release.