Digitalization in primary aluminium: where are we today and how to speed things up?

摘要

There are many buzzwords out there when it comes to digitalization – Industry 4.0, advanced proceB control, big data, etc. The reality is that the definitions of these terms are not always clear, and in complex proceB industries like alumina refining and aluminium smelting, automation and digitalization can sometimes get muddled. In this article, the author tries to define what Industry 4.0 in primary aluminium is, and to propose solutions to the common industry challenges when it comes to digitalization, and how to speed things up.