CASE STUDY
BRAUMAT and process automation
Siemens’ BRAUMAT system plays a central role in DrinkPAK’ s operations. Designed specifically for the brewing and beverage sector, it automates recipedriven production to ensure consistency and efficiency.
Key features include:
• Real-time monitoring and reporting
• Integration with PLCs and HMIs
• Scalable architecture for both small and large producers
• Secure and flexible system development
contract manufacturing facilities in the United States. With the addition of the company’ s third facility in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, set for early 2027, this coast-to-coast network provides DrinkPAK’ s customers with access to the largest, fastest and most flexible canned manufacturing assets in the world.
Smart energy infrastructure
At its Fort Worth facility, DrinkPAK benefits from Siemens’ integrated energy systems designed to optimise performance and efficiency.
Core components include:
• Advanced switchboards and metering systems
• Intelligent power monitoring capabilities
• Enhanced reliability for high-output manufacturing
• Improved energy efficiency and sustainability outcomes
DrinkPAK has a North American network of facilities where it batches, fills, tests, warehouses and distributes drinks for global beverage brands at speeds of up to 3,000 cans per minute. The company’ s two current facilities, in Santa Clarita, California and in Fort Worth, Texas are the largest canned
" Partnering with Siemens gave us the flexibility to scale rapidly while investing in energy-efficient automation," said Brian Aster, Chief Strategy Officer, DrinkPAK. " Their industry knowledge and tailored financing solutions have been critical to our growth and long-term success."
Siemens delivers a unique combination of financing, building infrastructure and digital automation solutions, including the integration of BRAUMAT, a scalable process control system designed for the brewing and beverage industry, positioning the company to support DrinkPAK in achieving optimal efficiency.
BRAUMAT automates recipe-based production to ensure consistent quality and efficient operations. It integrates advanced automation components like Programmable Logic Controllers( PLCs) and Human Machine Interfaces( HMIs), offering real-time monitoring and reporting, and supports secure, scalable development for both small and large producers.
In Fort Worth, Siemens provided a comprehensive suite of energy infrastructure and integrated automation solutions, including switchboards and metering, that both power the plant’ s critical operations and allow for intelligent www. intelligentcio. com
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