When we talk about the future of industry, Baosteel's "Dark Factory" is a standout example. Here, traditional steel manufacturing merges seamlessly with cutting-edge AI technology, creating an intelligent work environment that requires almost no artificial lighting. This article delves into the AI brain behind Baosteel's "Dark Factory," showcasing how it is leading the future of industrial manufacturing.
Intelligent Glow in the Steel Jungle
Entering Baosteel's cold rolling workshop feels like stepping into a high-tech steel jungle. There is no noise or lighting typical of traditional factories, only robots and automated equipment executing tasks precisely in the dark. This scene exemplifies Baosteel's use of AI and big data technology to achieve automated and intelligent production processes.
Image: Baosteel's cold rolling mill, known as the "Dark Factory," with the intelligent hot-dip galvanizing workshop C008
The Intelligent Core of the "Dark Factory"
At the heart of this dark steel forest is a control room known as the "factory brain," the nerve center of the "Dark Factory." Three operators monitor real-time production data and analysis results on dozens of screens. Through AI technology, their workload has been reduced by over 90%, while production efficiency and accuracy have significantly increased.
AI Main Operator: Baosteel's Smart Practice
In the past three years, Baosteel has actively embraced AI technology, achieving breakthroughs in AI main operations. This accomplishment not only eases the physical and mental burden on operators but also greatly enhances the stability and reliability of the production process. The AI main operator can handle over 800 data points and parameters, predict, and adjust process parameters in real-time, ensuring optimal production processes.
Baosteel's Innovative Gene
Since its establishment in 1978, Baosteel has carried an open and innovative gene. From becoming the world's largest supplier of automotive steel to launching several world-first new products, Baosteel's development history reflects its unwavering pursuit of independent innovation.
Strategic Layout of Intelligent Transformation
Located in Shanghai, a city leading in cutting-edge technology innovation, Baosteel actively responds to the wave of industrial transformation and technological innovation. Through collaboration with companies like Huawei, Baosteel has made significant achievements in intelligent manufacturing and has driven the digital transformation of the entire manufacturing industry.
Conclusion
The AI brain behind Baosteel's "Dark Factory" is the core of its intelligent transformation. This transformation not only improves production efficiency and product quality but also sets a new benchmark for the future development of the steel industry and manufacturing as a whole. As technology advances, Baosteel will continue to explore the path of intelligence, opening a new chapter in Industry 4.0.
