
Synresins Limited is the leading manufacturer of Synthetic Resins in East and Central Africa, leveraging SYNRES license (1982) Technology to produce a wide range of solvent-based, water-based, and specialized resins for industries including:
- Paints & Coatings
- Inks
- Textiles
- Polyesters
- Adhesives
Embedding Kaizen principles into both operations and company culture, Synresins is committed to delivering 100% Quality Right First Time (QRFT) and On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) Error-Free products and services.
However, to maintain its market leadership and further enhance operational excellence, Synresins identified critical inefficiencies in production, material waste, and workforce management. The company embarked on a digital transformation journey to automate processes, eliminate waste, and shift from reactive to proactive, data-driven operations.
"Our goal was clear—integrate smart automation to strengthen our Kaizen culture, reduce waste, and achieve flawless production efficiency."
– Head of Manufacturing Technology, Synresins Limited


Key Industrial Challenges
Synresins’ operations were hindered by core industrial pain points:
Manpower Inefficiency
Poor shift scheduling, time theft, and lack of productivity tracking led to underutilized labor and inflated costs.
Low Throughput & Bottlenecks
Manual batch processes caused production delays, underused capacity, and missed delivery timelines.
Material Wastage & Disposal Costs
Unmonitored raw material usage resulted in excessive waste generation and rising disposal expenses.
Reactive Operations
Late issue detection led to unplanned downtime, quality risks, and firefighting culture.
The Smart Automation Solution
A preventive, end-to-end digital system was deployed to automate and optimize the entire production cycle:
Real-Time Batch & Material Tracking
Sensors and IoT-enabled monitoring reduced material wastage by [X]% through precise usage analytics.
Automated Workforce Scheduling
AI-driven shift allocation eliminated idle time and improved manpower productivity by [X]%
Proactive Waste Managemen
Digital dashboards flagged disposal inefficiencies, cutting waste costs by [X]%.
Preventive Alerts
Real-time anomaly detection enabled early interventions, reducing downtime by [X]%.
Industrial Results & Business Impact
The transformation delivered measurable operational gains:
Metric | Improvement | Business Impact |
---|---|---|
Material Waste Reduction | 32% ↓ | Lower disposal costs, improved sustainability |
Production Throughput | 22% ↑ | Faster order fulfillment, higher revenue potential |
Manpower Productivity | 18% ↑ | Reduced labor costs, optimized shifts |
Downtime Prevention | 40% ↓ | Higher asset utilization, fewer delays |
Batch Accuracy | 90 % ↑ | Reduced the rework by 75% |
Conclusion
Synresins’ digital overhaul tackled critical industrial challenges—waste, throughput, and manpower inefficiencies—by embedding preventive automation into its core operations. The result? A leaner, scalable, and data-driven production ecosystem, positioning the company for sustainable growth in the competitive chemical sector.