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  1. Thermal Imaging
  2. Thermal Imaging
  3. System Solutions
  4. Steel Production
  5. Ladle and Torpedo Car Hotspot Detection

Ladle Hotspot Detection (LHSD) and Torpedo Car Hotspot Detec­tion (THSD)

  • Full automatic observation of the plant during standard operation
  • Installation of up to five infrared cameras
  • Easy to operate data presentation in the steel plant network
  • Decentralised monitoring of measured values and system status
  • Detection of the ladles in circulation
  • Identification of every single ladle due to specific marking
  • Remote access available
  • Display, evaluation and playback of recorded images as well as parameterisation, supervision and operation of the system

Ladle Hotspot Detec­tion - LHSD

The Ladle Hot Spot Detection (LHSD) system uses Infrared (IR) technology to monitor the temperature of the ladle steel structure. Five infrared cameras observe the ladles while they are moved with the crane to the casting. The temperature measurements are made fully automatically without the need of any manual interaction. Optionally the ladle number can be recognised from characters on their surface. LHSD automatically raises the alarm if an adjustable temperature threshold is overrun. This reliably prevents dangerous and loss-making breakouts of liquid steel.

LHSD automatically tracks the temperature development of all ladles in circulation. This allows to maximize the ladle refractory lifetime without cutback of security and helps to save remarkable costs. LHSD comes with highly reliable components in a flexible structure and thus is easily adoptable to the different situations and operational modes in steel plants.

Ladle hot spot detection with thermal imaging LHSD

Benefits of the LHSD System

  • Complete automatic thermographic temperature screening of the outer shell of all ladles in circulation
  • Early detection of hotspots let keep you the close control of the refractory lining of your entire ladle fleet
  • Secure protection against ladle breakouts saves life, investments and long term operating ability of your shop
  • Optimisation of your ladle fleet deployment improves the quality and saves time and energy
  • Prolongation of the ladle refractory lifetime without cutback of security
  • Flexible structure for customised adoption to your operational modes
  • Return on investment within less than a year
Ladle hot spot detection with thermal imaging LHSD

LHSD Software and System Features

  • Full automatic operation without stopping the crane
  • Reliable alarm release at defined pre and main alarm limits
  • Temperature trend recording and analysis for all ladles
  • Customised system alignment and adjustment
  • Main window allows parameterisation, supervision, operation, display, evaluation and playback
  • Decentralised monitoring of system status and measured values
  • Recall of all recorded data for comparison and optimization
  • Easy to operate data presentation in the steel plant network
  • Remote access available

Torpedo Car Hotspot Detec­tion - THSD

The Torpedo Hot Spot Detection (THSD) system uses the latest infrared technology to monitor the temperature of the torpedo steel structure. Two infared cameras observe the torpedo cars while they are moving past the inspection site. The temperature measurements are completely automatic and require no manual interaction. 

THSD automatically raises the alarm if an adjustable temperature threshold is overrun. This reliably prevents dangerous and loss-making breakouts of liquid iron. THSD automatically tracks the temperature development of all torpedos in circulation. This allows to maximize the torpedo refractory lifetime without cutback of security and helps to save remarkable costs. THSD comes with highly reliable components in a flexible structure and thus is easily adoptable to the different situations and operational modes in iron and steel plants.

Benefits of the THSD System

  • Complete automatic thermographic temperature screening of the outer shell of all torpedos in circulation
  • Early detection of hotspots let keep you the close control of the refractory lining of your entire torpedo fleet
  • Secure protection against torpedo breakouts saves life, investments and long term operating ability of your shop
  • Optimisation of your torpedo fleet deployment improves the quality and saves time and energy 
  • Prolongation of the torpedo refractory lifetime without cutback of security
  • Flexible structure for customised adoption to your operational modes
  • Return on investment within less than a year
Thermographic Automation Solution - Torpedo Hot Spot Detection

THSD Software

  • Full automatic operation without stopping the torpedo car
  • Reliable alarm release at defined pre and main alarm limits
  • Temperature trend recording and analysis for all torpedos
  • Customised system alignment and adjustment
  • Main window allows parameterisation, supervision, operation, display, evaluation and playback
  • Decentralised monitoring of system status and measured values
  • Recall of all recorded data for comparison and optimization
  • Easy to operate data presentation in the steel plant network
  • Remote access available
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InfraTec GmbH
Infrarotsensorik und Messtechnik
Gostritzer Str. 61 – 63
01217 DresdenGERMANY

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Comprehensive Service

Our Company’s own service department accompanies you even with complex automation solutions far beyond the actual sale. In the event of malfunctions, your enquiry is forwarded directly to the employees via a hotline. By remote maintenance, you will receive an initial diagnosis. Together with you, we analyse the cause of the problem and quickly find a solution.

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InfraTec Service – Technical Support

InfraTec Service – Technical Support

For more than 30 years, InfraTec has been implementing thermographic solutions with partners worldwide. Based on this wealth of experience, a thorough analysis of the initial situation is one of the first steps in cooperation. We prepare feasibility analyses and advise you on the planning of your future thermographic system. Afterwards, you will receive an offer adapted to your specific requirements.

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Training of your Employees

In our training centre in Dresden, you can attend practical thermography training courses. After the transfer of the turnkey system, upon request qualified employees of our service team will introduce you step by step to your automation solution and instruct future users on your premises.

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Wide Range of Protective Housings

Wide Range of Protective Housings

The InfraTec product range includes numerous protective housings. The all-weather and robust metal housings allow the use of the thermographic cameras in harsh environments and protect against mechanical stress, dust and splash water. Depending on requirements, users can also choose ATEX-certified protective housings that can be used in potentially explosive atmospheres.

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InfraTec IR Camera Equipment

InfraTec offers high-quality accessories for all camera series. This allows users to flexibly adapt their camera to changing test and measurement environments and optimize it for daily indoor and outdoor use. The corresponding components are specially designed for the corresponding model and open up new possibilities – for current applications and new tasks.

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