W.A.G.E.S. management

W.A.G.E.S. (Water, Air, Gas, Electricity, Steam) all play an important role in steel production. The steam, which is generated from water, is used as an energy source. So, naturally W.A.G.E.S. provide a huge potential for optimization by closely monitoring production and consumption.

Our expertise in the field

Sentasy offers a complete portfolio of different measuring technologies for parameters like flow, pressure, level and temperature we can offer integrated solutions to increase W.A.G.E.S. efficiency. We have shown that a return of investment can be achieved within two years.

Level measurement in the blast furnace

The profiles of the coke, iron ore, limestone and additives are important. For charging purposes it is essential that the axially symmetric bulk goods process is monitored when filling when with a rotating chute and that its positioning is controlled.

Our expertise in the field

To control the stacking, the profile of the surface is analyzed by up to five level instruments.

Controlling annealing furnace gases

Plates and coils harden and temper in continuous annealing furnaces. The process needs to be monitored not only to ensure product quality, but also to optimize energy consumption.

Our expertise in the field

The first parameter for controlling the operation of the burner heads is naturally temperature. Another key component for an ideal combustion is the right supply of pressured air and mixed gas. That’s why pressure must also be monitored.

Electric arc furnace optimization

The electric arc furnace (EAF) is the heart of electric steel-making, where electrical energy is used to melt the main feed materials, solid scrap and/or direct reduced iron (DRI).

Our expertise in the field

For optimizing process reliability, flow, pressure and temperature sensors play an important part. They perform their tasks dependably in the tough, hot environment and assist with leak detection of compressed air and the control and analysis of argon and nitrogen, natural gas, oxygen and water. Robust and reliable field instruments help to improve efficiency of the energy input into the furnace.

Acid density measurement in cold rolling mill

Concentrated hydrochloric acid is used to to clean mill scale from steel plates in cold rolling mills. As the acid is constantly reused, it gets contaminated by iron chloride and deposits on the plates. This can result in the acid becoming over concentrated or crystallizing.

Our expertise in the field

By measuring the conductivity of the acid, the concentration is determinated and if necessary, the addition of rinse water can be prompted. Installing the measuring inline saves time and money. In addition, there is no longer any need to transport aggressive and toxic media to the lab, which means reduced health risks for operators.