Technology • 23.01.2025
5 reasons to use the PolarVisor web app for monitoring refrigeration systems
Matelex launches PolarVisor, its new web-based platform for monitoring refrigeration systems. Its promise: improved ergonomics and new functionalities to facilitate the management of a fleet of refrigeration installations. Co-constructed with refrigeration professionals, Matelex technology enables remote monitoring of plant operation from a simple web browser. As soon as a refrigerant leak, energy drift or risk of failure appears, operators are alerted.
Discover the 5 reasons why PolarVisor is a major ally in refrigeration plant management.
1 – Easily monitor refrigeration systems with the PolarVisor dashboard
The PolarVisor dashboard makes it easy to monitor the operation of refrigeration systems at a glance. In addition, a map and visual indicators make it easy to locate and qualify alerts.
In practice, alarms and alerts are displayed first in the event of :
- refrigerant leak (low level alarm and statistical alarm),
- energy drift,
- risk of compressor failure,
- sensor faulty, miscalibrated or incorrectly configured.
What’s more, the dashboard is enhanced by tips. PolarVisor provides a reminder of the regulatory checks to be carried out, as well as suggestions for improving system settings.
2 – View refrigerant levels precisely with the PolarVisor web application
Detecting anomalies, such as refrigerant leaks, is the first step. But that’s not enough. In fact, it’s important to investigate in order to gain a better understanding of the event, and to prepare for intervention. That’s why the PolarVisor web application displays detailed contours and trend curves according to the selected period.
How does it work?
Numerous filters provide detailed information to better analyze events and display additional details (pressures, temperatures, etc.).
As for events, one click is all it takes to display alarms and refills. This simplifies the monitoring of installations and provides a shared, real-time view between all players.
Global dashboards provide the following information:
- A map of the installations with the control units in alarm;
- trend curves and daily curves ;
- display of additional data via filters (pressures, temperatures, etc.);
- declaration of fluid refills ;
- visualization of recharges and alarms directly on the curves.
3 – Efficiently control the energy consumption of refrigeration systems
Refrigeration operators can use their PolarVisor web browser to retrieve all information relating to motor consumption: compressors, condenser fans and pumps for indirect circuits. In this way, refrigeration professionals can retrieve the actual coefficients of performance (COPs) of their installations. They are also alerted in the event of energy drift or risk of premature compressor wear.
What is the direct benefit of this system?
Users have access to precise data on a daily basis, enabling them to adjust refrigeration plant settings and improve performance.
In concrete terms, PolarVisor offers :
- tips for improving system settings ;
- fully autonomous configuration changes: LP and HP setpoints, receiver and condenser volumes, compressor type selection, LP and HP pressure range settings, temperature sensor calibration, etc. ;
- immediate and remote visualization of the impact of settings.
4 – Real-time information for optimized refrigeration plant performance
Against a backdrop of labor shortages and climate change urgency, PolarVisor provides new information to simplify refrigeration plant management.
All the functions of the new web application allow users to :
- continuous, real-time information, the equivalent of having a technician on site 24/7;
- prioritize interventions according to the state of the fleet and the criticality of alarms;
- avoid unnecessary travel, if a leak occurs, an alert will be sent,
- adjust plant settings to improve operation;
- a shared view between operators and plant owners;
- reduce the overall environmental impact of facilities by cutting direct (leaks) and indirect (energy) greenhouse gas emissions.
5 – Benefit from a tailor-made digital service to reduce CO2 emissions from refrigeration plants
The Matelex solution enables refrigeration professionals to switch to high-performance digital technology. This optimizes plant operation and simplifies management. It also provides access to a comprehensive range of services tailored to the real needs of refrigeration professionals.
Sentinelle, the previous platform, has already prevented the emission of thousands of tonnes of CO2 equivalent from over 2,000 refrigeration plants. PolarVisor has been designed to reduce direct greenhouse gas emissions and further promote energy savings. And all this, thanks to control as close as possible to actual operation. It’s all about measuring to better manage a fleet of installations.
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