In a fast-changing, increasingly competitive market, you face growing challenges. Aging infrastructure hampers efforts to address critical issues—quality, cost, efficiency, safety, etc.—by compromising the quality and reliability of critical decision-making data. Integrating intelligent automation systems supported by advanced technologies such as AI, IoT and machine learning, is a cost-effective solution to overcome these challenges and improve your performance and agility.

Benefits of moving toward more autonomous, reliable and adaptable operations include:

• Upgraded infrastructure to maintain system reliability and guarantee accurate data for informed, strategic decision-making
• Improved system compatibility with advanced automation solutions to ensure sustainable technology and long-term return on investments
• Regulatory compliance and enhanced cybersecurity to mitigate risks and strengthen operational security
• Integration of automated systems to address labour shortages, boost operational efficiency and quickly resolve issues remotely
• Real-time access to reliable data to ensure fast, accurate decision-making that meets operational requirements

At BBA, we understand the unique challenges of each industry and design custom automation solutions that meet your specific needs. Our multidisciplinary teams leverage their expertise in instrumentation, control and monitoring to create robust, secure and scalable systems. Our focus on performance and sustainability will help you achieve your efficiency, compliance and safety objectives while integrating the latest technologies into your existing infrastructure.

Automating critical industrial processes

To meet energy and production requirements in complex environments, BBA offers customized solutions that maximize productivity and mitigate risk. Our approach to process automation optimizes production flows and minimizes downtime, while supporting sustainability objectives.

• Custom automation solutions for mining, energy and manufacturing environments
• Production flow optimization to ensure continuous, efficient production
• Real-time equipment monitoring to minimize unplanned downtime
• Reduced start-up times to maximize the use of production equipment
• Automated power management to streamline resource use
• Flexible integration to adapt to production variations and new technologies

Process design and optimization with control systems

BBA optimizes your industrial control systems for smooth, precise operations. By incorporating the latest technologies and selecting the most suitable SCADA, PLC and DCS systems, we develop solutions that perfectly match your needs. Our mission is to help you achieve key goals such as operational optimization, energy efficiency, increased production and improved quality. With centralized and remote-control systems (IROC), we enable rapid intervention, better team cohesion and real-time monitoring for continuous management of operational performance.

• Development of control strategies to create an optimal system right from the start
• Integration of multisite systems for seamless, consistent coordination across facilities
• Comprehensive factory testing to guarantee robust, error-free deployment
• Optimization of existing processes to reduce inefficiencies
• Preventive and corrective maintenance solutions to minimize downtime and increase equipment longevity
• Laying the digital foundations for scalable tools designed to maximize efficiency and optimize operations

Control system conversion

At BBA, we manage every stage of the control system conversion, from detailed planning to onsite implementation. Using our advanced automated tools and proven methods, we handle critical phases with precision to reduce risk and ensure efficient deployment for a smooth, successful transition.

• Rigorous factory testing (FAT) and real-world site validations (SAT) to minimize disruptions and guarantee reliable commissioning
• Seamless integration with your existing infrastructure to ensure operational continuity
• Shadow-mode control logic analysis to validate process reliability before production launch
• Performance optimization at initial deployment while respecting your timelines and strategic priorities

Instrumentation review and customized action plan

At BBA, the instrumentation audit is a key step that goes beyond evaluating existing systems to determine the health of your automation system’s instrumentation. More than a simple check, the audit identifies areas for improvement and opportunities for development. Our experts analyze your facilities, working conditions and procedures, assess risks and verify compliance. The goal is to design a robust, scalable system, based on reliable data, that can adapt to your future needs.

• Comprehensive or targeted audit to identify opportunities for overall optimization or address specific objectives (e.g., critical needs, short-term results, etc.).
• Real-time data collection and analysis using advanced analysis systems
• Continuous compliance monitoring to anticipate risks and ensure safety
• Automated and customizable reports aligned with regulatory requirements
• Seamless integration with your existing systems for fast and effective adoption of the latest technologies

Autonomous systems and advanced automation

BBA optimizes your industrial operations with autonomous systems that leverage advanced technologies. Our proven expertise will help you gain efficiency, enhance process reliability, reduce human intervention and improve safety.

• Risk analysis to identify vulnerabilities and ensure safe integration of autonomous systems
• Real-time analytics to optimize processes, anticipate anomalies and reduce operating costs
• Industrial OT networks for robust telecommunication systems
• Predictive models to manage maintenance, improve equipment availability and reduce unplanned downtime

Operational and machine safety

Operational and personnel safety are a priority in automation. BBA designs systems that comply with health, safety and environmental (HSE) standards and minimize onsite risks. Our solutions monitor real-time working conditions and trigger emergency procedures, when necessary, ensuring strict compliance with stringent standards.

• Automated monitoring systems to prevent health, safety and environmental incidents
• Real-time risk monitoring to identify threats before they escalate
• Automated emergency sequences for safe, controlled shutdowns in hazardous situations
• Compliance with health, safety, environment (HSE) standards to ensure operations align with requirements and regulations

Automation for sustainability

Automation plays a key role in achieving sustainability and decarbonization objectives in industry. By optimizing processes and operations, it helps increase energy efficiency, reduce consumption of essential resources, such as water, and maximizes effective use of raw materials and industrial inputs. The result is less waste, fewer pollutants and more responsible management of fossil fuels. Our systems are designed to adapt to existing infrastructures and enhance overall equipment performance while supporting a more sustainable future.

• Industrial process optimization to improve energy efficiency, reduce resource consumption, such as water and raw materials, and lower operating costs
• Emissions monitoring and predictive analytics to reduce greenhouse gases, anticipate inefficiencies and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Integration of renewable energy into industrial processes to leverage their use, stabilize energy flows and reduce reliance on fossil fuels
• Sustainable management of critical resources (water, raw materials, inputs) to minimize waste, optimize supply and promote responsible use
• Predictive infrastructure maintenance to extend equipment life, prevent costly breakdowns and boost operational efficiency