EAF OPTIMIZATION
SmartFurnace™
The SmartFurnace™ concept offers a total EAF control and optimization solution.
SmartFurnace™ is based in the AMI Artificial Intelligence Graphic Development Platform.
Being a graphic language and completely open platform, it is easy to learn and modify
EAF CONTROL AND OPTIMIZATION SOLUTIONS
SmartFurnace™ MODULES
OFF-GAS MODULE
With the ZOLO Scan Laser Off Gas Analyzer for CO, CO2, H2O and Gas temperature measurement, post-combustion control and optimization together with the Oxygen Module is possible. The proven abnormal water vapor detection provides valuable information for process safety. Being a non extractive system, and with fast response of under 2 seconds makes it the most reliable technology for off gas measurement.
SmartARC™ MODULE
Decides the best operating points based on the heat stage, slag level, arc stability and scrap mix for Current and Voltage references, Variable Arc Length Setpoint, and Regulation mode choice.
OXYGEN MODULE
Through the De-Carburization, Carbon Injection, and Burner/Lance sub-modules, the Oxygen Module controls the rates of Gas, Oxygen and Carbon considering the conditions of the heat and the composition of the bath. The Modules’ capabilities can be enhanced with the Off-Gas module when available, further optimizing the Carbon and Oxygen usage.
BURNERS
LANCES
CARBON INJECTION
DRI/HBI MODULE
This Module controls the rate of DRI, HBI or Scrap in continuous feeding systems to maintain an optimum temperature profile, based on the actual heat conditions.
SmartFurnace™ MODULES
OFF-GAS MODULE
With the ZOLO Scan Laser Off Gas Analyzer for CO, CO2, H2O and Gas temperature measurement, post-combustion control and optimization together with the Oxygen Module is possible. The proven abnormal water vapor detection provides valuable information for process safety. Being a non extractive system, and with fast response of under 2 seconds makes it the most reliable technology for off gas measurement.
SmartARC™ MODULE
Decides the best operating points based on the heat stage, slag level, arc stability and scrap mix for Current and Voltage references, Variable Arc Length Setpoint, and Regulation mode choice.
OXYGEN MODULE
Through the De-Carburization, Carbon Injection, and Burner/Lance sub-modules, the Oxygen Module controls the rates of Gas, Oxygen and Carbon considering the conditions of the heat and the composition of the bath. The Modules’ capabilities can be enhanced with the Off-Gas module when available, further optimizing the Carbon and Oxygen usage.
BURNERS
LANCES
CARBON INJECTION
DRI/HBI MODULE
This Module controls the rate of DRI, HBI or Scrap in continuous feeding systems to maintain an optimum temperature profile, based on the actual heat conditions.
New IoTrode™ Module
IoTrode™ Measures, Controls, and Optimizes the consumption of graphite electrodes using advanced digital technologies and the tools of Industry 4.0.
IoTrode™ includes:
- Real-Time electrode consumption visibility
- Real time measurement of consumption and of quantification of graphite electrode performance
- Automation/Control module to reduce consumption and improve performance in use. This complete system contains the best technology in the market that fulfills the functionality and operational benefits that EAF steel producers need and the most forward thinking operators
Core Modules:
- The IoTrode™ system consists of modules that using Industry 4.0 techniques and tools creates a “Digital Twin” of graphite electrode usage in an EAF Melt Shop
- VCM: Visualization and Consumption Measurement
- ORP: Oxidation Reduction Performance and Real Time Modeling
