#11379·R/M

Arcade Automation Line — Phase 1

Phase 1 of 3-phase automation program: pelletizing line automation and recipe control.

In ProgressHigh
Central · Arcade Site
Adam Daktor PM
Emma Davis Submitter
Jul 19, 2026 Est. completion
Dec 31, 2025 Approval date
15 years Useful life

Approval timeline

  1. DirectorSarah Kim
    Approved1 month ago
  2. VP SupplyMike Chen
    Approved1 month ago
  3. VP OpsLinda Rodriguez
    Approved1 month ago
  4. CFOMatt Anderson
    Approved1 month ago
  5. CEOTom Blake
    Approved1 month ago
Total cost$620,000
Spent to date$245,00040% of budget
Forecast remaining$375,000
Annual benefit$310,000

Problem

Manual recipe adjustments and batch controls limit line throughput and introduce quality variability.

Proposed solution

Install Rockwell ControlLogix-based automation for recipe management, batch control, and SCADA integration.

Justification

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Alternatives

OptionDescriptionTotal costUseful lifeRecommended
Option 1 — RecommendedInstall Rockwell ControlLogix-based automation for recipe management, batch control, and SCADA integration.$620,00015 yrs
Option 2 — Rebuild in placeRebuild existing equipment in place with refurbished components. Lower upfront cost but shorter useful life and higher maintenance ongoing.$403,00011 yrs

Payback & benefit

Simple payback20 months
5-yr NPV$726,240
IRR41.0%

Actuals (from ERP)

Sourced from the financial system integration. Last sync 2 hours ago.

6 transactions · $245,000
DateVendorDescriptionAmount
Dec 28, 2025Kice IndustriesVendor down payment / mobilization$48,592
Dec 27, 2025Peerless MfgProgress billing$47,138
Dec 26, 2025Schenck ProcessProgress billing$45,154
Dec 25, 2025MAC EquipmentProgress billing$42,341
Dec 24, 2025Fike CorpProgress billing$37,992
Dec 23, 2025Camfil APCFinal invoice$23,783

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