More growth and efficiency using modern process automation
Ten weeks from signing contract to switch-over - within this tight schedule, a team from Siemens AG replaced the whole automation equipment in a brewhouse at the largest Chinese brewing group. Production was resumed after only three days downtime, using Siemens Braumat.
Beer has been brewed successfully in Qingdao (Tsingtao) for over 100 years. This is evidenced not only by some medals won, the commercial success is also remarkable. Tsingtao Brewery Group was the first Chinese company to get a listing at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Currently, the Group is the largest brewer in China, with an annual output of 18.6 million hl (2000). The objectives are also pitched accordingly high: the Tsingtao Brewery Group has a long-term objective to be rated among the Top Ten worldwide. ...