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Innovation and Energy Efficiency with AI
In a scenario where energy efficiency is crucial, BP Bunge Bioenergia, a leader in ethanol, bioelectricity, and sugar, partners with iSystems to boost energy production from biomass. Using Leaf, an Artificial Intelligence (AI) solution for advanced industrial process control, the partnership promotes a significant advance in production optimization and environmental sustainability.
A Leap in Industrial Automation
The Beginning of a Transformation
The collaboration between BP Bunge and iSystems began in 2019 at the Frutal (MG) unit, marking the start of a new era in the company’s industrial automation. Focusing on safety, efficiency, and productivity, the boiler automation project was just the beginning. By 2027-28, the expectation is that all BP Bunge plants will benefit from the Leaf technology.
AI as the Key to Efficiency
Danilo Halla, co-CEO of iSystems, highlights AI as a key element in the industry. The Leaf, according to him, not only minimizes process variability but also saves time and resources, keeping equipment in optimal operational conditions.
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Significant Impacts on Production
Notable Improvements with Leaf
With Leaf, BP Bunge has seen notable improvements: a 10% increase in steam generation, 9% energy savings, and significant reductions in overflow events and the temperature variability of ethanol and sugar juice. The boiler’s stability has also reduced operational stress, facilitating decision-making.
Futuristic and Sustainable Vision
Wilson Lucena, industrial director of BP Bunge, emphasizes the importance of innovation and technology in the plants. The strategy encompasses not only operational excellence but also environmental sustainability, aligning with the vision of being a global reference in sustainable energy.
About BP Bunge Bioenergia
BP Bunge Bioenergia, the result of a joint venture between BP and Bunge, positions itself among the giants of the Brazilian sugar-energy sector. With a focus on bioenergy and energy transition, the company stands out in the production of ethanol, bioelectricity, and sugar, operating in several Brazilian states with impressive crushing capacity.
About iSystems
iSystems, founded in 2007 as a startup and now a recognized Scale Up, specializes in the application of AI. It develops optimization software like Leaf, which offers enhanced control and process optimization, contributing to productivity, resource savings, and reducing environmental impact. The company also recently introduced Calix, an innovative demand forecasting software, marking its ongoing commitment to industrial evolution.
This advancement in AI utilization by iSystems at BP Bunge Bioenergia illustrates how technology can be a powerful ally in optimizing energy production, aligning industrial efficiency with environmental sustainability.
Source: Agência Bowie – sistemas@comuniquese4.
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