Construction Magazine June 2021 | Page 32

J-TEC MATERIAL HANDLING
systems we build . This can , in turn , lead to remote monitoring of certain metrics and KPIs , preventive maintenance and the further expansion of our internal know-how on how to design the best possible systems with optimal performance using realistic process simulations .
“ Furthermore , we have accelerated our remote assistance program , finding ways to support our global customers without needing to be physically present , for example using AR , which has become highly relevant due to the pandemic .”
Future technology trends “ For our industry specifically , we do believe and invest in big data and remote assistance and see this as a trend across several industries ,” said Nelissen Grade .
“ Also , hygienic design , contamination prevention … are big trends and we are continuously developing solutions for our clients in this regard , particularly in infant nutrition .
“ Lastly , automation is gaining momentum even in countries with a lower labour cost . Automation has many advantages such as a higher efficiency and accuracy , improved working conditions … but especially in these COVID times , it limits the required manpower needed in factories and prevents contamination to a large extent .”
Nelissen Grade helped spearhead the original business plan on the value of J-Tec moving into the Asia market . “ The ultimate goal was to set up an entity in Thailand that acts as a regional headquarters . We will take the lead from here for our further expansion in the region . In terms of growth we just got started , but we ' ve already exceeded most company targets and expectations that we set up three years ago .

HQ The company ' s headquaters are located in Antwerp , Belgium

8 Locations worldwide

2018

Year regional headquarters in Rayong , Thailand openned
32 June 2021