Henkel shows smart factory skills

Henkel's booth highlighted the smart factory technologies and systems of our industrial adhesives plant in Pasuruan. An example is the forklift caller app, an automated forklift hauling system. Notably, the digitalization of manufacturing processes and the ability to tap on artificial intelligence have led to many benefits for Henkel and our customers. These include improved efficiencies and quality, shorter process time and better customer service.

The event, which was themed 'Making Indonesia 4.0', detailed the government's vision to boost the competitiveness of the manufacturing industry through digitalization.

Connected data streams are changing the world in which we live – from the way we communicate or search for information to our purchasing habits. For manufacturing companies, they represent a revolution: It’s what we call industry 4.0. Henkel is making use of these new possibilities to become faster, better and more sustainable.

After the steam engine and the assembly line, the computer brought about the third industrial revolution. Digitalization is now transforming the industrial process once more: Large quantities of data make it possible to generate precise predictions, performance can be mapped in real time, artificial intelligence replaces vast computing resources and modern robotics make people’s jobs easier. Work steps and components are digitally connected throughout the entire value creation chain – the “smart factory” is becoming a reality. Constant exchanges of data allow optimal resource planning and allocation. The work culture is changing too, as agility, flexibility and a “test-and-learn” philosophy replace rigid structures. New professions are emerging, and additional skills are brought to bear.

At Henkel, industry 4.0 is already in full swing. And the company will leverage projects and activities in this area further going forward – from planning, sourcing and production to the delivery of its products and solutions.

Company Profile

Henkel operates globally with a well-balanced and diversified portfolio. The company holds leading positions with its three business units in both industrial and consumer businesses thanks to strong brands, innovations and technologies. Founded in 1876, Henkel looks back on more than 140 years of success. Henkel’s preferred shares are listed in the German stock index DAX. The DAX-30 company has its headquarters in Düsseldorf, Germany. Henkel employs more than 53,000 people worldwide, almost 85 percent of whom work outside of Germany. As a recognized leader in sustainability, Henkel holds top positions in many international ratings and rankings.