AI Evolution in Ethanol Production

The article “AI Evolution” from Ethanol Today explores the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on ethanol production. It highlights insights from Taylor Pellerin, Technical Service Account Manager at IFF on how advanced data analytics, machine learning tools, holistic plant models, and fermentation models are revolutionizing the industry.

“There’s a lot of potential; there are a lot of possibilities, it’s an exciting field.”

Key Points:

Advanced AI Tools:

• AI tools are enabling ethanol producers to optimize production with greater precision and speed.
• Diagnostic, prescriptive, and predictive analytics are being used to detect trends and prevent issues.
  

IFF’s XCELIS® AI Platform:

• IFF’s XCELIS® AI technology is at the forefront of AI integration in ethanol production.
• The platform helps producers achieve higher yields and efficiency by analyzing hundreds of data inputs.
  

Industry Adoption:

• While AI sequencing technologies are widely adopted, other AI applications are gradually gaining traction.
• Ethanol producers are cautious about being early adopters due to cost and risk.
  

Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics:

• XCELIS® AI generates probabilistic outcomes to help producers make informed decisions for higher yields.
• Prescriptive analytics guide producers on changes to avoid past production issues.
  

Holistic Plant Models:

• AI tools create comprehensive models of ethanol plants to better understand and optimize processes.
• These models help producers inch closer to theoretical yield maximums.