Torpedo tracking with X-Pact^® Sense

Challenges

• Error prone manual activities in “white spots”  with no tracking coverage
• Complex and time-consuming coordination of cars

Solution

• Reliable GPS-localization of torpedo cars and automatic identification
• User-friendly application for desktop and tablet use
• Scalable system design with modules for identification, tracking, statistics & history, lining & components

Technical advantages

• Complete traceability of cars and accurate timing
• Reduction of manual activities and manual mistakes
• Integration with automation of blast furnace and melt shop

Productivity

• Reduction transfer and handling time up to 20%
• Minimum heat loss of hot metal