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▶ The structured overview
enables intuitive operation and
clear visualisation of system
MEC Optimize – data

the digital efficiency ▶ Special indicators give a quick
overview of the boiler system
assistant condition

▶ The intelligent boiler logbook
evaluates entered data, Electronic boiler logbook
indicates any deviations
from the ideal condition
and gives individualised Clear visualisation of data
recommendations for action

Improved energy Durable boiler
efficiency – keep system – boiler
an eye on all energy operation in the
flows ideal state

MEC Optimize – the digital efficiency assistant The intelligent boiler logbook also checks all the en-
MEC Optimize is Bosch's intelligent system for moni- tered data, then compares this with the manufacturer's Increased system Improved
toring and optimising industrial boiler systems. specifications and gives action recommendations, in availability – ope rating safety –
MEC Optimize captures and analyses all data from case there are any discrepancies. maintenance only simplified
the boiler system and linked system components and as required system testing
stores these over many years. Using a clear and precise Visualisation and remote access
form, the efficiency assistant indicates any increased The MEC Optimize user interface can be visualised
in energy consumption and evaluates the boiler's oper- using any standard desktop PC or tablet. This means
ating mode. Forecasts of component wear are also that the persons in charge can keep tabs on energy
issued based on the individual operating mode, which consumption and system availability.
enables improved maintenance planning and in turn
increases system availability. As an option, MEC Optimize can also transfer the At a glance
current system status to MEC Remote as well as ▶ Improved energy efficiency – identification of increased energy losses through intelligent data analysis and by
Handling the system documentation is made simple: reporting important information via SMS or e-mail to rectifying these through the associated recommendations for action in the operating manuals
all the important documents for the boiler system, the operator. For deeper analysis of system data, the ▶ Durable boiler system – automatic monitoring of the operating behaviour supports the operator to achieve
such as operating manuals, are preloaded in digital operator interface can be easily visualised remotely particularly boiler-friendly operation
form on the MEC Optimize. via MEC Remote, accessed through multiple security ▶ Increased system availability – wear prognoses allow for optimum maintenance planning
levels. ▶ Higher operating safety – intelligent boiler logbook with automatic evaluation of the test data
In addition, it also includes a digital boiler logbook. ▶ Historical operating data – continuous data acquisition makes system optimisation and troubleshooting easier
Boiler attendants can enter the recorded measurement Minimise production downtime, maximise ▶ Digital document storage – all important system documents are saved locally and can be retrieved at any time
values at every test interval, and use the export func- efficiency: MEC Optimize application on p. 34 ▶ Optional remote connection via MEC Remote – sends current system status and reports important events via
tion to print these for signing or archiving, as required. SMS or e-mail to the operator
▶ Easy integration of the system into the automation system (BACnet IP, Modbus TCP, OPC UA) or
visualisation on a PC/tablet