How Unverferth and Becker Engineered a Smarter Washer System Startup | Becker Engineered Systems

A Collaborative Startup for Smarter Chemical Monitoring and Process Performance

Client Engagement. Supplier Alignment. Seamless System Launch.

The Customer Challenge 

Unverferth, a nationally recognized agricultural equipment manufacturer, had just installed a brand-new washer system to support its newly approved chemical processes. While the washer hardware was in place, what the facility needed was a smart automation system to monitor chemical application, ensure safe dosing, and provide real-time performance visibility.

Rather than rushing implementation, Unverferth prioritized precision, alignment, and data from day one — engaging Becker and their chemical supplier early in the process.

Key goals included:

• Seamless coordination between washer, chemical supplier, and automation platform
  
  
• Automation system layout guided by Unverferth’s internal maintenance team
  
  
• Integrated real-time monitoring for pH, conductivity, and tank levels
  
  
• A professional-grade install that minimized long-term maintenance effort
  
  

“This wasn’t just a system drop-off. We designed it together — which makes all the difference,” noted a Unverferth plant engineer.

🛠️ The Becker Solution

Becker did not supply the washer itself, but instead engineered and installed the full automation package — providing the sensors, controllers, and real-time IoT interface needed to bring the new washer system online intelligently and efficiently.

This project mirrored the Arctic deployment in functionality, but was deployed on a newly installed washer system rather than an existing one.

Delivered Components:

• pH and Conductivity Sensors – factory-calibrated for precision dosing and quality control
  
  
• Radar Level Sensors – providing continuous visibility into tank volumes
  
  
• Walchem Intuition-9 Smart Controller – centralized command hub with cloud-based monitoring
  
  
• Collaborative On-Site Installation & Commissioning – by Becker and Unverferth’s own expert maintenance team
  
  

“This level of precision and collaboration made the install incredibly clean,” said Evan Humpert, Becker Project Lead.

✅ Results: Intelligent Startup with Long-Term ROI

The result was a flawless system startup, thanks to proactive collaboration and careful planning. Unverferth gained powerful automation and visibility tools — without production delay or post-install disruption.

Highlights:

• Automation system fully integrated with new washer hardware
  
  
• Sensors and controller delivered real-time monitoring from day one
  
  
• Improved accuracy of chemical dosing
  
  
• Immediate operational insights and reduced manual oversight
  
  
• Maintenance-friendly layout and clear documentation for sustained performance
  
  

“We’re already seeing how this system is going to help us make smarter decisions,” said Unverferth’s Ops Manager.

🔗 Related Products & Resources

• Walchem pH and Conductivity Sensors
  
  
• Radar Level Sensor Overview
  
  
• Walchem Intuition-9 Controller
  
  
• Becker Remote Monitoring Dashboards
  
  

🏁 Why Unverferth Chose Becker

✔ Trusted automation partner for new chemical processes
✔ Pre-calibrated sensors = faster startup, less rework
✔ Turnkey support from planning to installation
✔ Collaborative field team ensured a clean, low-maintenance setup
✔ Real-time data access improved chemical usage confidence

💬 Becker’s Take

“This project showcases what happens when engineering, operations, and suppliers all pull together,” said Bryan Jostworth, VP of Business Development.
“We didn’t install the washer — we installed the intelligence behind it. The result was a smarter, safer, data-driven process from day one.”

📞 Ready to Engineer Your Ideal Startup?

Launching a new washer system? Need smarter automation around an existing process?
Becker can help bring it to life — intelligently.

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