SOMIPs

The operation of Biomass Valorization Plants (CVB) is complex due to the great variability of factors related to biomass, such as humidity, types and granulometry, as well as due to the condition of the equipment, quantity of pollutants produced, etc. The uncertainty regarding operational factors implies a high need for human intervention in balancing the various process parameters. This model of constant human supervision of industrial processes, transversal to different production sectors, places the operator with a preponderant role in the performance and efficiency of the processes, with invariably large associated inefficiencies. Taking advantage of its recognition in the industrial process control solutions market, OnControl, in cooperation with Universidade de Coimbra, thus advances this project with the aim of introducing a transformation of the usual scenario of control and management of biomass burning processes, through the development of an advanced control solution to optimize the operation of biomass boilers, applicable to the CVB market or other industries with biomass boilers. The ultimate objective of this technology is to increase the amount of energy per volume of biomass consumed and reduce the maintenance cost of process equipment. From a holistic approach, advanced control technology will be developed and adapted, through advanced computing and artificial intelligence methods that allow the digitalization of the production process, in a digital transformation logic, which allows achieving performance gains and new formats assistance/decision support for operators. Performance gains will be achieved by automatically guiding the process using computing algorithms and supporting the decision to execute tasks by operators and redirecting them to activities with greater added value, contributing to the green transition by promoting more efficient processes and sustainable.