SOBCO Algeria Cooling Tunnel Humidity Control
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The Challenge
SOBCO Algeria, a leading biscuit manufacturer, faced critical production challenges in their gaufrette (wafer) manufacturing process
Extreme Environmental Conditions
Factory ambient conditions of 35°C and high humidity levels created persistent challenges for quality control
Cooling Tunnel Inefficiency
Valuable cooling capacity was being wasted on fighting humidity rather than effective product cooling
Inconsistent Product Quality
Fluctuating moisture levels in cooling tunnels led to inconsistent texture and quality in finished gaufrettes
Energy Waste
The significant cooling capacity (36 kW per tunnel) was operating inefficiently due to uncontrolled environmental factors
Process Reliability Issues
Production consistency was compromised by unpredictable cooling tunnel conditions
Our Solution
Advanced Environmental Control
BIZEYES designed and implemented a proprietary environmental control solution specifically calibrated for the unique challenges of gaufrette production:
Specialized Humidity Management
Implemented an advanced system to maintain optimal moisture conditions throughout the cooling process
PStrategic Airflow Engineering
Created innovative airflow patterns to protect tunnel environments from external influence
Integrated System Approach
Ensured new components worked in harmony with existing cooling infrastructure
Precision Environment Control
I Maintained stable conditions at ideal temperature and dew point parameters
Transformative Results
The implementation delivered exceptional results across multiple operational areas:
Stabilized Cooling Environment
Successfully created consistent conditions within cooling tunnels regardless of external factors
42.5% Cooling Load Reduction
Achieved significant energy savings through more efficient environmental control
Consistent Product Quality
Ensured gaufrettes exited cooling tunnels with uniform moisture content
Process Optimization
Created conditions that supported both immediate cooling needs and downstream processing requirements
Business Impact
The solution delivered substantial business benefits:
Enhanced Product Consistency
Uniform product quality led to improved consumer satisfaction
Energy Cost Reduction
Significant cooling load reduction translated to lower operational costs
Increased Production Reliability
Stable environmental conditions minimized production disruptions
Extended Equipment Life
Reduced strain on cooling systems decreased maintenance requirements
Competitive Advantage
Achieved quality consistency that competitors with standard systems could not match
Why This Solution Mattered
This project demonstrates BIZEYES’ expertise in solving complex environmental challenges through innovative approaches. By understanding both the physics of cooling processes and the specific requirements of gaufrette production, we delivered a solution that transformed what had been a persistent quality challenge into a competitive advantage.
For SOBCO Algeria, this wasn’t simply about controlling humidity—it was about ensuring every gaufrette leaving their facility met the exacting standards their customers expect, while simultaneously optimizing energy usage and operational efficiency.