Georgsmarienhütte (GMH) Germany has placed an order with Friedrich KOCKS GmbH & Co KG, Hilden, Germany, for the supply of a 4D EAGLE® full profile measurement gauge. Its working principle is based on the most advanced laser light sectioning method.
The 4D EAGLE® will replace an existing light measurement gauge and be installed at the exit of the existing KOCKS RSB® 370/6. It will cover a production diameter range from 19.5 mm – 81 mm at rolling speeds up to 13 m/s.
The project target is to increase the reliability and consistency of the hot bar profile measurement under ever-changing production conditions. Furthermore, the 4D EAGLE® will provide profile data to the RSB® Size Control System (SCS®) for closed-loop process control.
The 4D EAGLE® also features a Rolling Defect Detection. This feature enables auto recognition of form deviations as well as occurring rolling defects such as roll breakage or roller failures. The new 4D EAGLE® will improve the process transparency and optimize the product quality.
Commissioning of the new light section measurement gauge 4D EAGLE® is scheduled for the end of 2018.