In the chemical industry, maintenance is a prerequisite for authorized operation. Three problems make it riskier than necessary.
Chemical industry
Safe and digital control of maintenance in the chemical industry
Pressure systems, hazardous areas, and facilities that pose a risk of water contamination each have their own deadlines. SIMPL keeps track of them all and documents every action taken.
Safety-relevant, but organizationally overloaded
Each type of facility has its own deadlines; pressure, explosion protection, and the Water Resources Act (WHG) are handled separately
After a repair, it is unclear whether another inspection is required
The supporting documents are in paper form, even though the agency may require them
Safety and availability in the same system
A digital foundation for every piece of equipment in the plant. Deadlines are approaching, and actions are documented.
Inspection schedules are defined for each type of facility, including the party responsible for the inspection
Repairs are documentedso that changes requiring inspection are not overlooked
Records stored electronically throughout the asset’s entire useful life
What SIMPL can specifically do in the chemical industry
From the installation file to the record you can present to the authorities.
Asset file
Every asset with a history covering its entire useful life
A QR code on the equipment. Your maintenance technician scans it and sees the equipment type, the last inspection, and any pending tasks.
Installation type, zone and safety classification per equipment
Inspection certificates, maintenance history and documents on the installation
Traceable who carried out which measure and when
„Jetzt erfassen wir Kundenanfragen und Aufträge, inklusive aller relevanten Serviceberichte und Wartungsprotokolle, zentral in einer einzigen Lösung.“
Inspection deadlines & maintenance plans
Pressure, Explosion Protection, and the Water Resources Act at a Glance
Each type of system has its own deadlines and its own inspection responsibilities. SIMPL records both for each system.
Own deadlines per installation, from the pressure vessel to the gas warning device
Stored whether a ZÜS or a qualified person must carry out the inspection
Overdue inspections visible early
Repair & change requiring inspection
Don’t just start driving again after the repair
A repair can affect safety and thus trigger an inspection itself. SIMPL considers this to be transparent.
Capture fault reports and repairs centrally
Measure documented, so that the assessment remains traceable
Create and track the follow-up inspection as a separate task
Mobile Feedback
Documentation at the facility, including in the hazardous area
Work through the checklist, record measurements and photos, and document approval. Even offline on the plant floor.
Checklist per installation type instead of a general paper form
Only schedule employees with the appropriate qualification, proof is in their app
Offline-capable, even in installation areas without reception
Records & authorities
Documents you can provide upon request
Work that has been performed must be documented and presented to the authorities upon request. It can be found immediately in SIMPL.
Inspection and maintenance records stored electronically per installation
Traceable throughout the entire service life of the installation
Export reports for internal audits and records for authorities
Why SIMPL in Chemistry
A structure that is compatible with safety-critical systems
Your facilities operate under regulatory requirements. SIMPL is quick to implement and keeps track of every measure.
Personal support that understands safety-relevant production
Role-based permissions and traceable changes
Made and hosted in Germany, designed to meet strict compliance requirements
Combine Security and Availability
Try SIMPL and consolidate inspection deadlines, repairs, and documentation into a single system.
A no-obligation consultation with our experts
Specifically, using your equipment and inspection intervals as an example
Personal Contact
No preparation needed—just bring your questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Maintenance Software in the Chemical Industry
What does maintenance software bring in the chemical industry?
SIMPL consolidates inspection deadlines, maintenance history, repairs, and documentation for each piece of equipment in one place. Overdue inspections are flagged early, feedback is generated directly at the equipment, and the documentation is easily accessible when auditors or regulatory authorities request it.
How do I manage inspection deadlines for pressure equipment, explosion-hazard areas and WHG installations?
Each system is assigned its own deadline, based on the type of system. Because pressure systems, systems in potentially explosive atmospheres, and systems that pose a water hazard differ in terms of deadlines and responsibilities, you enter both for each system and can view all due dates in a single overview.
What happens if a repair triggers a re-inspection?
According to the Industrial Safety Regulation, even a repair can constitute a modification requiring inspection if it affects safety. In SIMPL, the measure taken is documented, and the resulting inspection can be created as a separate task to ensure it is not overlooked before the equipment is put back into service. The technical assessment remains your responsibility.
May we keep inspection records purely electronically?
Yes. The Industrial Safety Regulation expressly permits the documentation of inspections to be kept in electronic form, and it must be retained for the duration of the facility’s service life. That is exactly what the facility file is designed for—so that documentation remains with the facility over the years rather than being stored in various folders.
Can we record who is authorized to inspect which installation type?
Yes. Qualifications, training, and certifications can be recorded for each employee, and the employee can display them in their app. This is helpful because the requirements for qualified personnel vary depending on the type of equipment—for example, between explosion-proof devices and pressure systems.
How do we connect SIMPL to SAP or another ERP?
Your ERP system will continue to lead the way for master data and procurement, while SIMPL will handle the operational maintenance level and can be integrated. If you’d like to start with a pilot project for a specific asset area, you can also begin by importing data from Excel without an integration.
Intuitive operation that works right away
SIMPL is designed so that technicians, service managers, and workshop teams can start working with it right away—without lengthy training and without feeling overwhelmed.
Offline Capability for Your Technicians
Technicians can enter jobs, forms, and photos entirely offline—everything syncs automatically as soon as a network connection is available again.
Made & Hosted in Germany
Your data is stored in certified German data centers. Perfect for mechanical engineering firms and industrial companies with strict compliance requirements.
