Flir Solutions for the Steel Manufacturing Industry

Gas Leak Detection for Steel Manufacturers

The carbon monoxide resulting from steel production is a potential danger to workers, but a valuable asset for reheating furnaces and generating power. Leak detection and repair (LDAR) performed with a Flir optical gas imaging (OGI) camera can ensure steel worker safety and help manufacturers maintain their bottom line.

Condition Monitoring for Steel Manufacturers

Monitor the condition of your equipment effectively with Flir’s advanced condition monitoring solutions tailored for the steel industry. Handheld thermal inspections and fixed thermal monitoring can detect potential issues early, allowing for timely maintenance and reducing downtime. Applications include monitoring the health of electrical systems, conveyor motors, and other critical machinery.

Air & Gas Leak Detection for Steel Manufacturers

Compressed air and industrial gas leaks are a common problem for steel manufacturers, and acoustic imaging can be the answer. These ultrasonic cameras detect and visualize compressed air and gas leaks using microphones that filter out the mechanical background noise inherent to factories. By stopping air and industrial gas leaks, steel mills can save thousands of dollars in energy costs.

Early Fire Detection for Steel Manufacturers

The risk of fire at a steel mill stems not only from the molten steel or hot work associated with steel production: it can also result from the hazardous chemicals needed in steel production and from the electrical systems and motors that keep the mill running. Installing fixed thermal imaging cameras to monitor production 24/7 can spot rising heat before it breaks into fire—or catch failing electrical systems before they dangerously overheat.

Process Control for Steel Manufacturers

Optimizing production processes to reduce waste and improve efficiency is essential in steel manufacturing. Flir's process control technologies offer real-time monitoring and data analysis to streamline operations and minimize waste. This includes monitoring assembly lines, ensuring proper material handling, and verifying the accuracy of automated systems.

Quality Assurance for Steel Manufacturers

Steel breakouts put workers and facilities at risk, with the potential for hundreds of tons of molten iron spilling out onto the plant floor. Using thermal cameras to monitor ladles and torpedoes along with other steps in the steel production process can help improve safety and efficiency, and potentially reduce waste. These technologies offer real-time monitoring and data analysis to streamline operations, minimize waste, and verify the accuracy of automated systems.

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