LG Uplus Creates 24-Hour Safe Factory

[Asia Economy Reporter Koo Chae-eun] LG Uplus has established the ‘U+ Intelligent Video Security Solution’ at LG Electronics’ Cheongju factory and will begin operations at one site starting this August.

According to LG Uplus on the 30th, the U+ Intelligent Video Security Solution digitally transforms tasks such as CCTV visual monitoring and direct patrols, which were previously conducted manually for safety in factories, into a system capable of 24-hour automatic surveillance using ICT technologies like 5G and AI. Specifically, it provides functions such as ▲equipment anomaly alerts ▲abnormal temperature detection ▲helmet non-wearing detection ▲danger zone approach detection ▲facial recognition access control, enhancing the efficiency of safety personnel’s work.

For example, if steam, smoke, or flames occur due to equipment anomalies like pipe damage, the system immediately notifies the control center. It also monitors temperature changes of high-temperature equipment such as outdoor incineration tanks with thermal cameras to detect abnormalities in advance. Particularly, steam generated from pipe damage is often difficult to detect through video analysis alone, so LG Uplus supplements this with sound source analysis technology. When suspicious noise caused by steam leakage occurs, an alarm sounds and cameras placed nearby rotate toward the affected pipe, enabling immediate detection of incidents occurring in camera blind spots.

In addition to equipment, it helps create a safe working environment for workers. Through video analysis, it checks whether all workers in the factory are wearing safety helmets and can also control access if workers approach preset danger zones or operate specific equipment.

Furthermore, LG Uplus plans to deploy 5G-based mobile high-definition cameras throughout the site to strengthen worker safety protection. Mobile cameras will be placed in locations where wired CCTV installation is difficult, such as outdoor or indoor temporary work sites, enhancing on-site safety based on video analysis. Additionally, advanced facial recognition enables management of access records for unauthorized personnel within secure areas. All functions of the intelligent video security solution are accessible through a single integrated control program and are also available on mobile devices, improving usability for managers.

Seo Jae-yong, Executive Director of Convergence Business at LG Uplus, stated, “The U+ Intelligent Video Security Solution transforms the existing manpower-dependent monitoring system into an advanced safety system capable of 24-hour immediate alerts and responses. Going forward, we plan to continuously support the digital transformation of LG Electronics’ Cheongju factory by strengthening integration with IoT solutions based on the factory’s 5G network.”

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