Saudi Arabia: Southern Province Cement has confirmed the successful completion of a process control project at its Tehama plant, following the implementation of an AI-based cement mill optimiser system on cement mill CM6. According to a social media post by the producer, the system was developed and implemented by ES Processing, using a combination of artificial intelligence, machine learning and advanced process modelling.
During the performance phase, the mill recorded an average production increase of more than 15% compared with manual operation. Cement quality also improved, with the standard deviation of Blaine fineness and residue reduced to below 2%.
The company added that it plans to continue working with ES Processing on further AI-based advanced process control projects across its remaining mills and kilns.
