PANDORA develops trustworthy AI frameworks based on synthetic data and explainable AI. In copper extrusion, this means more reliable process data, smarter planning, better traceability and higher process stability.

TRINEFLEX: Process and product digital twins for copper tube drawing enable energy-optimised production and predictive maintenance, that further enhance the performance of our production lines.

R3GROUP: AI-assisted defect detection and digital re-routing deliver higher quality and zero-defect copper tubes for demanding applications.

StreamSTEP: Advanced heat exchangers and high-temperature heat pumps to recover waste heat in foundry operations, further reducing the energy intensity of our semi-finished copper products.

TRINEFLEX: Adding new capabilities in energy flexibility and load optimisation, so customers benefit from copper products with an even lower carbon footprint and enhanced sustainability profile.

THESEUS: Creating the first Greek Hub for Circularity, promoting industrial symbiosis that increases the share of recycled resources in copper production.

CARDIMED: Piloting smart water management, advancing the way we use and reuse water in manufacturing.

INWASTE: Developing innovative methods for the valorisation of industrial waste streams, allowing copper products to be manufactured with higher recycling content and reduced environmental impact.

With ROBO-COP, we automate the loading and unloading of heavy copper coils on annealing furnaces using advanced human-robot collaboration, enabling higher productivity, improved quality through accuracy and repeatability, safer working conditions, and reduced environmental footprint.

With ARMM, we combine predictive maintenance, IoT, and augmented reality to enable smart health assessment, anomaly detection, and Remaining Useful Life prediction of critical machinery, reducing downtime, extending asset lifetime, cutting maintenance costs, and improving workplace safety.

SkiComCu develops XR-based training and lifelong learning tailored to copper industry operations. This strengthens Halcor’s workforce with advanced Industry 5.0 skills, so customers receive copper products made by teams that deliver precision, safety, and consistent quality.

Developing ontologies for the Industry Commons use case at the Copper Tubes Plant to support raw material procurement decisions. The ontologies enable data integration across departments, covering energy monitoring, manufacturing, traceability, product specs, and waste management. Hands-on use of Protégé supports ontology development for the pilot between the two plants.

(Horizon 2020 – INDUSTRY COMMONS Call, Halcor 3rd party)