?? New ALCHIMIA Project video! We are thrilled to announce the release of the second video in our series showcasing VDEh-Betriebsforschungsinstitut GmbH's role in optimizing scrap mix in steelmaking, an innovative step towards transforming the industry. ?? In this video, Sandra Rothe takes a deeper dive into how scrap utilization contributes to sustainable steel production. From energy conservation and CO2 reduction to addressing challenges like fluctuating quality and contamination, we demonstrate the importance of scrap mix optimization. ?? Our optimization tool helps steelmakers maximize efficiency, cut costs, and ensure high-quality production by selecting the best mix of scrap materials. This is how we continue to drive innovation and sustainability in the circular economy. ?? Watch now and learn how we support energy efficiency, cost savings, and the future of steelmaking. #Steelmaking #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #Innovation #ScrapOptimization #BFI #SteelIndustry
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Data and decentralised Artificial Intelligence for a competitive and green European metallurgy industry
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Energy-intensive industries, embedded in many strategic value chains, make up more than half of the energy consumption of the European industry and reducing their CO2 intensity is crucial for meeting the objectives of the Paris agreement. Within EIIs, metallurgy poses a major challenge due to the trade-off that must be found between maintaining economic profitability, while progressively implementing the required transformations for a greener production. While digitalisation is generating a data deluge, Artificial Intelligence cannot be fully adopted due to limitations to share data between several factories and the heterogeneity of systems that hinders the replicability of AI. ALCHIMIA aims to build a platform based on Federated Learning and Continual Learning to help big European metallurgy industries unlock the full potential of AI to support the needed transformations to create high-quality, competitive, efficient and green manufacturing processes. The project will address the challenges of the steel sector, creating an innovative system that automates and optimises the production process dynamically with a holistic approach that includes scrap recycling and steelmaking. ALCHIMIA will find an optimal mix to reduce energy consumption, emissions and waste generation of steelmaking while guaranteeing to obtain high-quality products. The replicability and scalability of ALCHIMIA will be enabled through a complementary use case for the manufacturing of automotive parts. The developed system will be used for prognostic optimisation of the mix of input materials charged in the furnaces to obtain a certain product quality that matches the customers' specifications while reducing the environmental impact and energy consumption. ALCHIMIA will not only seek the optimal mix for the charge of metallurgy furnaces, but it will also determine the best combination of learning capacities to enable a smooth green transition for all industries thanks to unprecedented collaboration.
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?? ALCHIMIA Project is on a mission to revolutionize European metallurgy by harnessing the power of Federated Learning and Continual Learning. Our goal? To help the industry unlock AI’s full potential, driving the transformation towards high-quality, competitive, efficient, and green manufacturing. ???? In today’s world, real-time systems are essential—whether it's manufacturing lines detecting quality issues instantly or retail platforms optimizing inventory on the fly. This article dives into how Edge, Federated Learning, and Hybrid Cloud are reshaping these systems: ?? Read here: https://lnkd.in/eCZc6PJz ? ?? Stay updated on #HorizonEurope innovations—follow us on our social networks and visit alchimia-project.eu for the latest insights! #Research #Development #GreenDeal #AI #Industry40 #DigitalTransformation
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?? Milestone achieved for the ALCHIMIA Project! The ETL pipeline for the scrap characterisation model developed by VDEh-Betriebsforschungsinstitut GmbH has been successfully deployed! This marks a significant step forward: raw data from the CELSA GROUP France steel plant is now being processed and stored in the required format, ensuring seamless integration with the modelling partner’s system. ???? Next up, VDEh-Betriebsforschungsinstitut GmbH will begin consuming this data and visualizing the results through their custom dashboard, unlocking new insights for sustainable steel production. This is the first ETL pipeline deployment in ALCHIMIA—paving the way for more data-driven innovations in metallurgy.?? #EU #Research #HorizonEurope #Horizon #Europe #GreenDeal #IoT #Sustainable #Development #ALCHIMIAProject
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Last week, the ALCHIMIA Project had the privilege of participating in and moderating our first in-person cluster event at #FutureReady in Brussels. The event kicked-off with a collaborative workshop, followed by a presentation in the plenary session. ?? ?????????? ????????????????????????: ?? ????????-???????? ???? ???????? ?? ????????-????-????????? This was the key question that set the stage for our workshop, where we explored how on-demand AI, data, and robotics solutions are driving industrial sustainability. By the end of our discussions, the conclusion was clear: green optimization is not optional—it’s essential for industrial competitiveness. Our session was part of the #AI, #Data, and #Robotics for the Green Deal Cluster, bringing together pioneering projects that leverage digital technologies to advance the European Green Deal objectives. ?? Spotlight on the participant projects: ?? ALCHIMIA Project – Green optimization in metallurgy ?? CLARUS Project – Sustainability in the food industry ?? RECLAIM Manufacturing – Solid waste material recovery ?? TUBERS Project – Drinking water utility enhancement ?? DARROW Project – Addressing wastewater treatment challenges Despite operating in diverse sectors, these projects share a common mission: boosting efficiency while reducing energy and water consumption, CO? emissions, and waste—all while maintaining industrial competitiveness. Key Barriers to Green Optimization Adoption: ?? Data challenges – Fragmented and incomplete data hinder informed decision-making. ?? Technology adoption resistance – Industries struggle to see immediate ROI. ?? Integration complexity – Tailoring solutions to sector-specific needs is a challenge. ?? High implementation costs – Hardware, software, and training require significant investment. ?? Scalability & interoperability – Legacy systems often operate in silos. ???? Ethical & regulatory concerns – Transparency and fairness in AI-driven solutions are critical. Key Takeaways & Lessons Learned: ? Even small efficiency gains have a major environmental & economic impact. ?? Gamification can boost engagement and improve AI model effectiveness. ?? Ethics-first design is crucial for transparent and responsible sustainability solutions. ?? Standardized data methodologies are needed to enhance accessibility and quality. ?? Collaboration is key – Engaging external experts, MLOps, and data spaces accelerates progress. The Verdict: Green Optimization is a Must-Have. Beyond sustainability, green optimization enhances cost efficiency, resilience, and industrial leadership. As energy prices rise and regulatory pressures increase, companies that embrace these strategies will secure a competitive edge and long-term success. A big thank you to all the participants for the valuable discussions! And to Adra - AI-Data-Robotics-Association and AI-on-Demand Platform for organizing the event. #Sustainability #GreenDeal #DigitalTransformation #CircularEconomy
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?? How does data shape the future of metallurgy? In the ALCHIMIA Project, data isn’t just numbers—it’s the key to unlocking efficiency, sustainability, and smarter decision-making in the metallurgical industry. But how do we handle massive amounts of raw industrial data and turn it into something useful? Our latest blog dives into the role of ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) in ALCHIMIA. ETL ensures that data flows seamlessly, transforming scattered information into actionable insights for AI-driven improvements in safety, trust, and green growth. ?? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ekrz64Yn What challenges do you see in integrating data across industries? Let’s discuss in the comments! ?? #AI #DataProcessing #Industry40 #Sustainability #Metallurgy #HorizonEurope
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?? Green Optimization: A Must-Have or a Nice-to-Have for the Industry? Join us online, next Tuesday, February 18th, from 14:00 - 15:30 CET for the "Birds of a Feather" Workshop at the Future-Ready: On-Demand Solutions with AI, Data, and Robotics event co-organized by AI-on-Demand Platform and Adra - AI-Data-Robotics-Association! As industries across Europe strive to balance sustainability and competitiveness, the role of green optimization is more relevant than ever. But is it an essential strategy or just a desirable extra? ?? In this multisectorial workshop, we’ll explore green optimization approaches across five innovative projects from the AI, Data & Robotics for the Green Deal Cluster: ?? ALCHIMIA Project – Green optimization in the European metallurgy sector ??? CLARUS Project – Sustainability in the food industry ?? RECLAIM Manufacturing – Solid waste material recovery ?? TUBERS Project – Enhancing drinking water utilities ?? DARROW Project – Tackling wastewater treatment challenges Through expert presentations and interactive discussions, we’ll examine the barriers, trade-offs, and scalability of green optimization, with the goal of defining its role across industries and sharing best practices for a more sustainable and competitive future. ?? Don’t miss out—register now! ?? https://lnkd.in/eiwgSfXg #GreenOptimization #Sustainability #AI #Data #Robotics #Innovation #FutureReady #HorinzonEurope
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?? Green Optimization: A Must-Have or a Nice-to-Have for the Industry? Join us online, next Tuesday, February 18th, from 14:00 - 15:30 CET for the "Birds of a Feather" Workshop at the Future-Ready: On-Demand Solutions with AI, Data, and Robotics event co-organized by AI-on-Demand Platform and Adra - AI-Data-Robotics-Association! As industries across Europe strive to balance sustainability and competitiveness, the role of green optimization is more relevant than ever. But is it an essential strategy or just a desirable extra? ?? In this multisectorial workshop, we’ll explore green optimization approaches across five innovative projects from the AI, Data & Robotics for the Green Deal Cluster: ?? ALCHIMIA Project – Green optimization in the European metallurgy sector ??? CLARUS Project – Sustainability in the food industry ?? RECLAIM Manufacturing – Solid waste material recovery ?? TUBERS Project – Enhancing drinking water utilities ?? DARROW Project – Tackling wastewater treatment challenges Through expert presentations and interactive discussions, we’ll examine the barriers, trade-offs, and scalability of green optimization, with the goal of defining its role across industries and sharing best practices for a more sustainable and competitive future. ?? Don’t miss out—register now! ?? https://lnkd.in/eiwgSfXg #GreenOptimization #Sustainability #AI #Data #Robotics #Innovation #FutureReady #HorinzonEurope
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?? The ALCHIMIA Project is paving the way for innovation in European metallurgy by developing a platform powered by Federated Learning and Continual Learning. Our mission? To help the industry unlock AI’s full potential and enable high-quality, competitive, efficient, and green manufacturing processes. In today’s interconnected world, cybersecurity is more critical than ever. Conventional centralized detection systems struggle with challenges like data privacy and communication overheads, making them less effective against evolving threats. Our approach offers a breakthrough solution by addressing these limitations with Federated Learning, as detailed in this recent publication. https://lnkd.in/eXctAK3k? ?? Join us in transforming metallurgy for a sustainable future. Stay updated by following us and visiting our website: alchimia-project.eu. Let’s shape the future of manufacturing together! #HorizonEurope #AI #Cybersecurity #Innovation
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???We are revolutionizing EAF operations with our Web Application Tool!? In our project, we’ve developed a web-based tool for the Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) process. ?? With the integration of our EAF process model, operators can now monitor the melt state and heat evolution in real-time. Key Benefits: ??Process Optimization: Suggests optimal control inputs. ?Energy Efficiency: Reduces energy consumption. ???Material Efficiency: Minimizes resource usage. ??Steel Quality: Enhances the final product. ??Empowering Steel plants to achieve efficiency, sustainability, and top-notch steel quality! #Innovation #SteelProduction #EAF #Sustainability #DigitalTools #ProcessOptimization #AlchimiaProject
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?? News alert! - ALCHIMIA Project Ex-Post Research begins soon! ? Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd?ex-post empirical social science survey?#research?phase of the ALCHIMIA Project?is currently being developed and the data collection window is being planned with CELSA GROUP and Fonderia di Torbole S.r.l. to take place in the first quarter of 2025.?This will?be followed by ex-post research interviews with the same employees, which will take place in the second quarter of 2025. ? The ex-post research?will give?employees an opportunity to tell us about their early experiences of using the?ALCHIMIA platform.?User engagement with technological innovation is important in order to achieve human-centered design. ? #eu?#research?#HorizonEurope?#Horizon?#Europe?#greendeal?#IoT?#sustainable?#development?#ALCHIMIAProject?#AI
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