Automation
rethought

From PLC to AI: tailored automation
for maximum efficiency and safety.

Automation - an asset for the sawmill of the future

In today's wood industry automation is no longer “nice-to-have”, it is essential for competitiveness, efficiency and sustainability. HOLTEC stands for this: with targeted electrical system planning, intelligent PLC control and innovative solutions like Edge,AI, we implement complex automation projects that make operations safer, smarter and future-proof.

Our expertise covers everything from creating circuit diagrams to programming PLC controls and start-up of highly complex systems. We place particular emphasis on plant safety and digital transformation, guided by the principle: The control system is the central engine of a modern sawmill.

Why HOLTEC is the first choice for automation: 

  • Holistic engineering – from electrical planning to turnkey commissioning.
  • PLC experts with deep process understanding across all log handling operations.
  • Edge.AI – real-time data, AI-driven process optimisation and predictive control for the "sawmill of the future"
  • Plant safety in accordance with the latest standards – including emergency-stop concepts and safety areas
  • Adaptable and modular – flexible expandable, compatible with digital twin and IIoT structures.

Our services: 

  1. Electrical planning & PLC control
    • Design, creation and documentation of circuit diagrams
    • Selection and implementation of reliable control hardware
    • Training, documentation and operator support with know-how
  2. Plant safety & standards
    • Planning of safe movement zones, light barriers, emergency-stop systems
    • Integration of technical safety standards such as SIL/PL
  3. Edge.AI solutions
    • AI for process optimisation, quality control, early warning systems
    • Reduction of manual interventions and flexibility in assortment changes
  4. Digitalisation & Industry 4.0
    • IIoT integration, digital twins, virtual commissioning
    • Pre-testing and simulation to reduce commissioning time

A key advantage: HOLTEC operates its own extensive switch cabinet construction facility. This ensures short distances, quick coordination and flexible response times – a decisive added value, especially for complex projects.

The Sawmill of the future is digital, connected and intelligent. Discover how automation, data integration and smart control systems are revolutionising production processes - and how HOLTEC is actively shaping this transformation.

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Real-time precision: AI bring intelligence to system control.
Discover, how Edge.AI optimises production processes, ensures quality and makes the sawmill of the future even more efficient.

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