smart manufacturing in Pageland, South Carolina
At Aalberts integrated piping systems, operational excellence is built on innovation, data, and decades of manufacturing expertise. Across three South Carolina facilities, including two in Pageland, our teams continue to invest in advanced technologies that drive efficiency, reliability, and long-term performance.
At our Pageland operations, including the Bypass foundry facility established in March 1998, we recently implemented a digital foundry solution that has transformed how we monitor and manage sand processes, resulting in a reduction in sand-related down time.
the challenge: limited visibility in foundry sand processes
Like many foundries, our sand systems are critical to maintaining production flow and casting quality. Historically, sand data was fragmented across multiple systems and required manual compilation—limiting real-time decision-making and increasing the risk of downtime.
This created a key operational challenge:
- Delays caused by “waiting on sand”
- Reactive maintenance instead of proactive control
- Time-intensive reporting processes
the solution: real-time foundry data with Monitizer®
To address this, Aalberts implemented the Monitizer® | DISCOVER IIoT platform across its Pageland foundry operations.
This digital solution connects directly to existing equipment, providing:
- Real-time sand quality monitoring
- Centralized process data dashboards
- Automated reporting and analytics
- Improved process visibility across teams
The implementation was completed in a matter of weeks, with minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
the results: large reduction in downtime
With real-time visibility into sand conditions, our teams can now identify and resolve issues before they impact production.
Key outcomes include:
- Improved labor efficiency and production throughput
- Elimination of manual data collection and reporting
- Faster, more informed operational decisions

“Operational excellence depends on timely, accurate information. With real-time sand data, our teams can identify issues early, correct them immediately, and keep production moving without interruption.” — Héctor González, COO, Aalberts IPS Americas.
key products supported through this process
built on legacy, driven by innovation
Our Pageland operations are more than just production facilities, they are a foundation of American manufacturing excellence.
The Bypass foundry, operating since 1998, represents decades of expertise in brass casting and valve manufacturing. Today, that legacy is enhanced through digital transformation, combining proven manufacturing processes with modern IIoT technology.
This scalable approach allows us to connect both legacy and modern equipment into a unified platform, building a smarter, more responsive manufacturing environment.
“When our teams have clear, real-time insight into their processes, they can make better decisions, move faster, and run the business more effectively.” — Jacob Speight, CEO, Aalberts IPS Americas

