The system, supplied by German software specialist Wasteer, uses visual analytics to identify non-conforming waste entering EfW processing facilities.
Following successful pilot trials, the company will roll out the technology across the remainder of its fleet during 2026.
Enfinium said the deployment will support more efficient waste processing by identifying contaminants before they enter the combustion process.
AI-powered waste monitoring
Wasteer’s technology uses AI-enabled cameras positioned along the waste feed system to automatically analyse incoming waste.
The system is designed to detect non-conforming waste materials before they can cause operational problems within the plant.
Using visual recognition and machine learning, the system continuously scans waste streams and identifies contaminants in real time. When these materials are detected, the platform issues instant alerts to plant staff, allowing them to intervene and remove the items before they disrupt operations.
In addition to real-time monitoring, the integrated system records data on all waste streams entering the facility.
Enfinium says this information will provide detailed insights into the composition of incoming waste and help operators track contamination trends over time.
The technology is expected to cut plant downtime by up to 30% and increase output by around 2%, according to the companies.
Pilot trials in Ferrybridge and Parc Adfer
The initial deployment of Wasteer’s visual AI technology took place at Enfinium’s Ferrybridge 2 and Parc Adfer facilities.
During the trials, the system identified a range of contaminants entering the waste stream, allowing operators to intervene earlier and reduce disruption to plant operations.
Jane Atkinson, Chief Operating Officer at Enfinium, commented: “The implementation of this technology across enfinium’s EfW fleet is just one of many examples of our continued commitment to innovation and improved performance.
“The success of both Wasteer pilots at Ferrybridge 2 and Parc Adfer made it an easy decision to roll the technology out across our fleet.”
Following the success of the pilots, Wasteer will now be commissioned to install the system at Enfinium’s Ferrybridge 1, Kemsley, Kelvin and Skelton Grange facilities, with rollout expected throughout next year.
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