Technology is rapidly transforming every aspect of human life, and AI is now reaching an unprecedented level of influence.
AI is Transforming the Cement Industry
Recently, the U.S. and the U.K. withdrew from signing the International AI Declaration. The U.S. feared such an agreement could hinder the growth of this emerging industry, while the U.K. raised concerns about international security. However, there is no denying that AI holds immense potential in the cement industry, and its true value is still being explored.
AI as a Sales Tool
Cement manufacturers are experimenting with AI to enhance sales operations. Holcim has piloted AI-powered concrete truck ordering via WhatsApp in Spain. Although the technology still has limitations, it shows great promise for future development. Cemex has also introduced Technical Xpert, an AI assistant running on Microsoft Azure OpenAI, which helps sales teams recommend the most suitable products to customers. This tool has already proven highly effective in Mexico.
AI Solutions in Production and CO₂ Emission Reduction
At the factory level, AI is helping reduce CO₂ emissions. ABB and Carbon Re are collaborating to integrate AI into cement production optimization systems. A cement plant in the Czech Republic is testing Carbon Re’s AI to reduce kiln energy consumption by 5-20% in real-time without human intervention.
In Germany, alcemy is developing AI solutions for the cement and concrete industry, helping Spenner Cement produce low-clinker cement, reducing CO₂ emissions by up to 65%. The company is also expanding into the U.S. market, providing quality control software for a Titan Cement plant in Florida.
Automating Quality Inspection
Titan Cement is applying AI to inspect cement bags at its Patras plant in Greece, replacing manual supervision in harsh working conditions. Irida Labs has developed an automated inspection system using Basler cameras from Germany and the PerCV.ai platform to detect cement bag defects in real-time, minimizing production disruptions.
Conclusion
AI is revolutionizing the cement industry, from production and sales to distribution. The race to develop the most advanced AI systems is intensifying. AI is increasingly becoming an essential tool in the fight against climate change, supporting the production of environmentally friendly and more efficient cement.
Source: ximang.vn