AI is here, more than ever before. The integration of Artificial Intelligence in the industrial environment, particularly in our extrusion lines is set to revolutionize end-product quality and manufacturing efficiency/output.
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in autonomous line controls is set to revolutionize how we control end product quality and manufacturing efficiency/output on cable and pipe extrusion lines. AI technology leverages today’s advanced machine learning algorithms and real-time data analytics to optimize and automate the control of production lines. AI-driven autonomous line controls can significantly enhance operational efficiency by minimizing human intervention, reducing errors, and foreseeing the factors that lead to the production of low-quality end products. The ability of AI systems to continuously monitor and adapt to changing conditions in real-time ensures that production lines operate at optimum levels. In addition, online predictive maintenance tools can forecast equipment failures before they occur, allowing for timely interventions and reducing downtime.
The future of AI autonomous line controls promises transformative benefits for both efficiency and sustainability. Future “self-thinking” line controls are becoming an essential and growing part of Maillefer’s extrusion technology program. While plenty of work remains, the potential advantages make it a compelling step change, a challenge that energizes our growing R&D team.
We have come a long way in our 125-year journey, and it is with confidence that we look to the future, driven by an enthusiasm to develop new technologies and solutions for our partners.
Lars Fagerholm,
President Maillefer D-S Infrastructure Business Unit
lars.fagerholm@maillefer.net
