In today’s digitised manufacturing landscape, static charge measurement has evolved from reactive spot checks to proactive, real-time monitoring with integrated analytics. Static electricity remains a critical factor in quality degradation, reduced productivity, and safety risks across industries like flexible packaging, plastic film processing, electronic assembly, automobile production, and pharmaceuticals. But preventing its harmful consequences has become a little easier…
Why static charge monitoring needs an upgrade?
Static charge generation is inherent in processes involving movement, friction, or material separation, especially with non-conductive substrates like plastic, paper, or fabric. Manual spot checks with handheld meters are temporary solutions, lacking continuity, traceability, and control.
Traditional approaches are limited by:
- Operator-dependent variations in readings
- Irregular inspection frequency
- Time-consuming manual inspections
- No integration into existing safety protocols or PLCs
iValstat’s vision: from measurement to intelligence
AxisValence developed the iValstat SM20– an IoT-enabled static charge monitoring system for automated, cloud-enabled, multi-point electrostatic monitoring. It offers continuous monitoring, alarm triggers, data logging, remote visibility, and process optimisation.
Typical installation schematic
Centralised touch screen monitor
iValstat SM20 Dashboard
IoT connectivity: monitoring beyond factory walls
With Industry 4.0 changing how we work, it’s important that static charge monitoring also moves beyond the shop floor. iValstat SM20 systems can be cloud-enabled, transforming them into remote-accessible data hubs.
Benefits of iValstat SM20 electrostatic monitoring system
- Access real-time data across multiple lines, plants, or geographies
- Monitor static charges on mobile devices or web dashboards without any operator involvement
- Set thresholds and receive SMS/email alerts or app notifications for potentially dangerous conditions
- Perform predictive maintenance using historical trend graphs
- Use data logs for ISO audits, client documentation, or compliance reporting
Applications
This monitoring system is critical for industries relying on lean manufacturing, zero-defect output, or cleanroom compliance, including:
- Pharmaceutical blister and strip packaging
- Food-grade packaging and flow-wrap stations
- Electronic component assembly
- Security printing and currency note production
- Hygienic medical packaging
- Automobile paint shops and components manufacturing
- Plastic moulding and rubber processing
Conclusion
AxisValence is committed to enhancing safety, health, and environment on the shop floor. Meshing with today’s landscape of cloud-driven automation, smart analytics, and global quality benchmarks, AxisValence’s static control products ensure safety while boosting productivity and quality.