Metinvest uses AI to improve product safety and quality control

Metinvest Group is actively implementing artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to improve occupational safety and product quality control at its enterprises. This was stated by Maxim Balaniuk, Head of Metinvest Digital R&D Center, at the Forbes Tech 2024: Technologies for Your Business, which took place on November 22 in Kyiv.

The event brought together more than 57 speakers, including representatives of Meta, Microsoft, Google, government officials, and leading Ukrainian companies. During four thematic panels, participants discussed how technology helps businesses stay competitive in the face of limited resources.

One of the key solutions used by Metinvest Group companies is the SPAIS platform, which integrates with video surveillance systems and uses computer vision technology. This platform analyzes video streams from cameras to monitor compliance with security rules.

“Different cameras have different models that detect people in dangerous areas, lack of personal protective equipment, and other violations. Soon, the system will receive additional features, such as an alarm for smoke, fire, or smoking in prohibited areas,” said Maksym Balaniuk.

According to him, the platform is already in operation at several enterprises and is planned to be scaled up. The implementation of SPAIS has significantly reduced the number of security violations.

Another innovative product of Metinvest Digital is a computer vision-based product quality analysis solution. It helps to minimize material consumption, ensure that products meet customer requirements and reduce costs associated with complaints or rework.

“The first version of the system is currently in operation, which operates at the level of a high-class expert. In 2025, we plan to release an improved version that will provide an even higher level of control, surpassing human capabilities,” Balaniuk added.

According to preliminary estimates, the introduction of the first version of the product provides about $250 thousand of economic effect per enterprise annually, and the improved version can reduce costs twice as effectively.

Innovation is an important strategic direction for Metinvest Group, which demonstrates how technology can change approaches to industrial production. The use of AI helps not only to achieve high safety and quality standards but also to maintain the competitiveness of Ukrainian businesses on a global scale.

As GMK Center previously reported, Metinvest supports the integration of Ukrainian and Italian businesses to ensure sustainable industrial development in both countries. The company aims to lead Europe’s transition to green steel production.