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Press release - Packwise Expands to North America: Smart Cap Solution for Explosive Areas Now Available in the U.S. and Canada

Written by Sarah Alexander | Aug 12, 2024 3:11:22 PM

Packwise, a German leader in intelligent tracking solutions for liquid containers, is thrilled to announce the North American launch of its cutting-edge Industrial IoT solution, marking a key milestone in its global growth strategy. 

Packwise introduces two hardware versions to the North American market: the Packwise Smart Cap and the Packwise Smart Cap Ex, the latter of which includes additional certification for use in explosive and hazardous environments. These devices transform millions of mobile and stationary liquid tanks, such as Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs), totes, and tank containers, into digital twins, offering real-time, high-precision sensor data on location, fill level, motion, and temperature. The Packwise Flow platform complements these hardware solutions by providing comprehensive data visualization and analysis, enabling real-time monitoring and optimization of supply chain processes.

Having equipped container fleets across Europe with the Packwise Smart Cap, the solution has proven its reliability and efficiency through millions of measurements. As Packwise enters the vast and high-potential market of mobile container tracking in North America, it brings a field-tested and industry-leading solution, specifically designed for the challenging conditions of the chemical industry. 

 

Meeting Critical Industry Needs

In North America, where safety and regulatory compliance are paramount, the Packwise Smart Cap Ex meets stringent explosion protection standards, ensuring reliable performance even in hazardous environments. This compliance has facilitated Packwise's seamless entry into the U.S. market, extending its leadership and opening new opportunities for customers.  

 

Trusted by Industry Leaders

In Europe, Packwise serves well-known industry leaders, including BASF, Merck, and Solvay, and is renowned for offering a highly attractive price/performance ratio. The company has participated in several industry events in the United States over the past 18 months, witnessing a surge in demand for its solution. European customers are eager to expand the use of Packwise’s solution to their U.S. operations, highlighting the solution’s effectiveness and reliability. 

 

About the Packwise Smart Cap Solution

The Packwise Smart Cap is a groundbreaking plug-and-play device that transforms liquid tanks into digital twins, offering unprecedented insights into the supply chain. This innovative technology not only enhances logistics and production planning but also significantly reduces the carbon footprint by optimizing container usage. The data collected is seamlessly integrated into the intelligent Packwise Flow platform, which continuously monitors key parameters, detects deviations, and initiates actions such as automatic replenishment and the retrieval of empty containers. The platform also visualizes and automates various supply chain processes, driving efficiency and transparency across operations. 

By adopting the Packwise Smart Cap, companies can streamline logistics and production planning while markedly lowering their environmental impact. This technology supports the cyclical use of containers, allowing for substantial reductions in container fleet sizes. 

Furthermore, the detailed insights into customer consumption patterns enable industrial companies to develop proactive business models, such as pay-per-use, creating new opportunities for growth and deeper customer engagement. 

 

Packwise Holds All Relevant Approvals 

Packwise holds all necessary certifications to operate its technology in North America. The Packwise Smart Cap is certified by the FCC (Federal Communications Commission), and it has also successfully obtained the OrdLoc (Ordinary Location) Certification. Furthermore, the Packwise Smart Cap Ex is certified for hazardous locations in accordance with the HazLoc (Hazardous Location) Certification.  

 

Availability 

The Packwise Smart Cap is now available across North America. For more information, visit www.packwise.io.