ArcSpecLF
Measure and optimize your ladle furnace in real time
Real-time measurements from inside the furnace
The temperature and composition of the molten metal in a ladle furnace directly affect the quality of the final product. With Luxmet’s ArcSpecLF, you can monitor and control both in real-time, using Optical Emission Spectroscopy (OES).
Continuous temperature measurement helps achieve the optimal temperature for the liquid steel. Thus, the requirements for downstream processes, such as continuous casting, can be optimally achieved.
Real-time slag analysis is far more than a technical innovation. It is a strategic imperative that allows rapid decisions, enhanced product quality, increased efficiency, and reduced production costs.
Dynamic control of the ladle furnace process leads to
Versatile solution
Every campaign is tailored to the exact needs of the customer and the process
Robust equipment
The equipment is designed to excel in extreme process conditions
Real-time data
The continuous data and in-depth analysis allow for informed decision-making
Precise furnace monitoring with optical emission data
ArcSpec LF utilizes OES for process monitoring and control. It distinguishes various spectra within the furnace, including thermal radiation, alkali peaks, and atomic emissions. Continuous real-time measurements are taken from the furnace roof using a self-cleaning and durable measurement head. The data is processed at a safe distance from the furnace and transmitted to the process control system.
The product is designed for easy integration into your process control system, with full support provided throughout setup. Operators gain analyzed process insights, enabling them to make informed decisions promptly based on real-time data. Understanding the composition of slag and broader process conditions inside the furnace offers significant potential benefits, as each batch is unique. Over time, cumulative process data allows process engineers to conduct thorough analyses and implement improvements using offline data from each unique steel batch.
Benefits of ArcSpecLF
Slag analysis
Economic
- Enhances process efficiency by reducing downtime, which increases overall production throughput
- Minimizes over-alloying and excessive use of additives, leading to cost savings
- Monitor the slag composition e.g. MgO and/or CaO saturation to avoid refractory damage
Technical
- Real-time monitoring allows operators to make timely adjustments to slag composition
- Monitoring the process of desulphurization
- Continuous monitoring of slag composition minimizes the risk of variations in the final product’s quality
- Monitor the slag compostion e.g. MgO and/or CaO saturation to ensure optimal foaming conditions
Temperature control
Economic
- Increase energy efficiency, through energy savings, which leads to lower CO2 emissions
- Minimizes process downtime, increasing production efficiency
- Avoid excessive heat wear on equipment, prolonging the life of critical components such as refractory linings and electrodes.
Technical
- Consistent and accurate temperature control throughout the ladle furnace process, ensuring optimal alloying and tapping conditions.
- Facilitates degassing and decarburization
- Ensures steel composition and quality consistency
- Maintains furnace readiness
We offer everything as a service
We offer the ArcSpecLF system also as a turnkey service. Our services can consist of an assessment period before any final decision. All our products can be offered as a continuous service, including the use and maintenance of the system.
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