Smarter maintenance, resource-efficient operations with AI-based condition monitoring

9 February 2026 -- Kolding, Denmark -- Unplanned downtime costs manufacturers billions of euros in lost revenue each year. Idle process lines cause product loss, extra cleaning, production delays, wasted water and potential damage to machinery. The AI-based condition monitoring solution ClariotTM from Alfa Laval provides 24/7 surveillance and actionable insights that enhance uptime and optimize resource efficiency.

June 2025: “We developed our next generation condition monitoring solution ClariotTM based on our extensive experience from more than 3,000 condition monitoring units already operating worldwide”, says Torsten Pedersen, Commercial Head Condition Monitoring at Alfa Laval Fluid Handling. “With Clariot, we offer a complete digital handshake, tailored for use in even the most demanding hygienic processes in food and pharma.”

Every minute counts

In hygienic processing, unplanned downtime is not just costly, it is disruptive to quality, safety and compliance. Clariot provides 24/7 monitoring, alerts and diagnostics for pumps and other rotating equipment.

“Our customers are on the lookout for solutions that ensure high uptime and reduce resource waste. Online condition monitoring with Clariot has proven to make a difference, proactively detecting machine failures before they occur and allowing process lines to run at full capacity without unnecessary interruptions”, says Torsten Pedersen.

From insight to foresight

Online condition monitoring is an important next step in the accelerating digitalization of hygienic production environments and in implementing predictive maintenance.

“We firmly believe that predictive maintenance is the future, enabled by sensor data, AI-driven insights and digital connectivity. Time and again we have seen how our condition monitoring solutions have alerted operators to potential failures before they happen and formed the basis for effective predictive maintenance strategies”, says Torsten Pedersen and gives an example of the potential gains.

“In a setup with 50 pumps, just one unplanned stop per quarter can result in annual losses up to 80,000 euros. Clariot costs less than one tenth of that scenario and our experience shows that the solution is paid back very fast”, says Torsten Pedersen.
Clariot is a standalone system, enabling maximum cybersecurity by operating independently from internal business-critical systems. The user interface is intuitive, installation is simple, and Clariot is compatible with most equipment brands.

Comprehensive Buyers Guide available

To assist decision-makers and buyers, Alfa Laval has developed a Buyer’s Guide to condition monitoring in hygienic industries with detailed information about maintenance strategies, selection and implementation of the right solution and highlighting customer benefits. The guideline is available for download at www.alfalaval.com/clariot.

Facts about Clariot

• Clariot is an industry-intelligent, AI-based solution that detects and identifies root causes of machine failures related to process, installation and mechanical conditions
• Clariot consists of Clariot VX sensor, Clariot Connect gateway and analytics, seamlessly integrated into a complete digital handshake
• Clariot is designed for hygienic processes, for monitoring pumps and other rotating equipment, e.g. agitators. The Clariot VX sensor is the only sensor in the market designed specifically for wet production environments and for handling multiple changeovers on the process lines
• Clariot VX sensors are pre-mounted on a range of Alfa Laval pumps, and the use of Clariot potentially extends the warranty on equipment if monitored and serviced according to recommendations
• Clariot provides notifications that allow timely inspection and repair
• Clariot is a stand-alone application, a cybersecure solution that meets the requirements of IEC 62443-3-3 SL1
• Clariot is a scalable solution that allows seamless deployment across sites and benchmarking across factories
• Read more on www.alfalaval.com/clariot.

About Alfa Laval
The ability to make the most of what we have is more important than ever. Together with our customers, we’re innovating the industries that society depends on and creating lasting positive impact. We’re set on helping billions of people to get the energy, food, and clean water they need. And, at the same time, we’re decarbonizing the marine fleet that’s the backbone of global trade. We pioneer technologies and solutions that free our customers to unlock the true potential of resources. As our customers’ businesses grow stronger, the goal of a truly sustainable world edges closer. The company is committed to optimizing processes, creating responsible growth, and driving progress to support customers in achieving their business goals and sustainability targets. Together, we’re pioneering positive impact. Alfa Laval was founded 140 years ago, has customers in 100 countries, employs more than 22,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 66.9 billion (5.8 BEUR) in 2024. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Visit: www.alfalaval.com.