Automation Control Systems For The Several Lines / Machines

GSK Production Line PLC & HMI Upgrades

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies, entrusted MISC with upgrading multiple production line machines at its facilities in Egypt. The objective was to replace obsolete control systems with modern automation platforms, ensuring reliability, compliance, and long-term maintainability.

Project Scope

•  Upgrade of various machines and production lines, including filling machines, Lytzen ovens, Bohle mixers, NERI labelling machine, and coating machines
• Replacement of Siemens S5 PLCs and old HMIs with modern Siemens S7-300 PLCs and Simatic HMI panels
•  Integration of new automation components directly into the existing panels after demolition of legacy systems

Key Benefits

• Extended life cycle of production assets by modernizing control systems without requiring full machine replacement
• Increased reliability and reduction of downtime thanks to standardized Siemens automation components
• Improved operator experience and process visibility with new HMI systems
• Cost-effective migration strategy, ensuring smooth transition with minimal disruption to production

Outcome

By successfully completing this modernization program, MISC enabled GSK Egypt to continue operating its high-value pharmaceutical packaging and processing equipment with enhanced efficiency, regulatory compliance, and future-ready automation systems.

Technology used:

• S7-300
• SIMATIC Panel