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Dimensional checks with LASER sensors

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I laser triangulation sensors they are an effective and precise tool for measuring and evaluating high temperature metal products, such as billets and blooms.

These sensors use a laser beam that is focused on the surface of the product to measure its dimensions. These include width, thickness, straightness and length. The laser beam reflects off the product surface and is transmitted back to the sensor, enabling it to give an accurate measurement reading.

This dimensional inspection method is used extensively in steel rolling mills, where extremely high temperatures can present a challenge to more conventional measurement methods.

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Flatness measurement with multi-dimension control units and LVDT linear transducers

digicheck measures flatness with lvdt probes and multi-dimension electronic controller

Flatness measurement is a method used for measure flatness of a surface or a piece.

It is an important part of many industrial processes and can be done with different techniques. One of the most common methods for measuring flatness is theuse of LVDT probes and linear transducers. This method has become increasingly popular due to its high accuracy and reliability.

For measurements obtained from LVDT probes and linear transducers, amulti-dimension control unit, to ensure uniformity across multiple parts or surfaces to be measured. This control unit uses multiple sensors placed on the surface to be measured, obtaining readings from each sensor at different points on the surface. The acquired data is then compared with predetermined values, which allow to obtain accurate measurements with minimal variations between the various measurement points.

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Dimensional controls of metallic materials at high temperatures

Dimensional control of high temperature metal parts in the steel and metallurgical industry is essential to ensure the manufacture of quality products.

For this purpose, specialized tools such as i laser triangulation sensors, laser distance meters and other instruments based on optical measuring principle.

I laser triangulation sensors provide accurate measurements by measuring the distance between two points with an infrared or visible light source.

These devices are able to detect even very small irregularities in the shape or size of a piece. Laser distance meters are fast, accurate tools used to measure distances between two points on the surface of a workpiece. They use laser beams to accurately measure distances without any human intervention.

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Dimensional checks with multi-quota control units and LVDT linear transducers

MODULCHECK series dimensional and geometric control systems allow the measurement and determination of conformity of mechanical parts and discrete objects using objective measurement procedures that can be easily managed even by non-expert personnel. The innovative architecture on which the MODULCHECK system is based allows the creation of dimensional and geometric test benches (static or dynamic) using easily available equipment and sensors and easily editable during setup or directly in production also by the end customer.

MODULCHECK systems are suitable for measurements directly on the production line and also managed by unqualified personnel. The visualization interface has been deliberately made simple and easy to consult but without renouncing the powerful mathematical functions intended for the analysis of dimensional and geometric characteristics.

All production data are stored in a local database with the possibility of transferring or synchronizing with existing databases (SQL, XML or CSV) for a complete and reliable analysis of data in real time.

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Non-contact thickness measurements on the production line with LASER thickness gauges

laser thickness gauge for measuring the thickness of metal strips, sheets and continuous strips in pickling and cutting plants

Non-contact thickness and width measurements using laser technologies have now become a reality.

Laser technologies, especially thickness measuring instruments, offer great advantages over traditional contact measurements.

Thanks to their high performance, these technologies can revolutionize the way thickness and width measurements are made in industrial manufacturing.

Laser measuring systems make it possible to obtain precise and reliable data even at high speeds and in difficult environmental conditions.

Laser systems are capable of instantly providing accurate information about the thickness or width of the material being examined. Once installed on production lines, laser systems can be quickly adjusted to suit different types of material or sizes, making production extremely flexible and offering a high degree of measurement accuracy.

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Laser sensors can also ensure fully automatic operation and eliminate the need for costly and frequent maintenance as is the case with traditional tactile measurement.

Another major advantage is that laser systems do not require proper preparation of the material to be tested before taking measurements.

The configuration of the machine can be implemented with on-board software that supports many standard industrial protocols, thus qualifying itself as a leader in the industry 4.0 sector.

LASER thickness gauges are one of the most advanced technologies presented on the market when it comes to applications dedicated to the exact measurement of thicknesses and widths.

This solution offers very high reading precision and operating speed throughout the production procedure; in fact, the thickness or width can be read without any direct contact with the material being processed, ensuring ease of use and accurate results at each operating cycle.

The combination of ultra-precise sensors and high-definition optics provides excellently accurate results regardless of the material to be analyzed and the surrounding environmental conditions.

In conclusion, thanks to modern technologies such as LASER thickness gauges, industry now has access to the tools to make fast and precise readings.

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Thickness measurement with contact thickness gauges in the production line and metrology laboratory

contact thickness gauge for manual thickness measurement

Thickness measurement is one of the main activities in manufacturing processes in industry and laboratory.

The choice of the appropriate equipment is essential to ensure the precision required in the production process. An effective way to accurately measure thickness is to use contact-friendly thickness gauges, also known as digital contact gauges or contact micrometers.

Contact thickness gauges are precise measuring instruments with a range of 0 to 300 millimeters (12″). They are equipped with touch probe systems that allow accurate and efficient thickness measurement. In addition, they offer the possibility of using standardized calibration materials as a reference for the most accurate measurements. Some brands such as RODER, Kaefer and Mitutoyo have developed state-of-the-art equipment that guarantees reliable performance in production and laboratory metrology.

The very versatile and efficient digital contact thickness gauges have a unique feature, i.e. the arm with different depths which allows you to carry out measurements in difficult to access situations such as acute angles indoors or outdoors. They are easy to use thanks to their intuitive interfaces with LCD displays and intuitively placed buttons.

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Measurement of the thickness and width of metal strips in the production line

Measurement of the thickness and width of strips directly on the production line.

Measure of thickness and width to verify the correct execution of the workings or as preparation for welding and assembly operations.

Comparison with the tolerances in the specifications for real-time determination of tolerance or non-compliance holes.

Applications on pickling, cutting, shearing and profiling lines.

The use of LASER light technologies, magnetic and optical technologies allow to obtain high levels
accuracy and speed without direct contact of the measuring instrument with the material. Possibility of measurement
on systems with high sliding speeds or in areas not accessible to operators.

Independent measurement modules available for system integrators and OEMs. Measurement visualization on local or remote display, transmission
remote data on serial line or Ethernet, generation of out-of-tolerance alarms. Possibility
interfacing with management systems. Special models with high light of
passage of sheet metal for systems where the movement is very large

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Level monitoring with LASER distance meters and visualization on giant displays

Level measurement in tanks and silos with continuous monitoring of the level trend

Low level or overflow alarm generation

Automatic calculation of volume or weight with continuous monitoring on multiple tanks

RODER presents the new series of REDAM LDM giant displays to create display and monitoring systems to be connected to LDM series LASER distance meters.

The REDAM LDM series has been specially developed for the connection with LASER LDM series distance meters allowing the real time display of the measurement made by the LASER distance meter.

The visualization takes place on a giant display or transmitted to remote terminals through Wi-Fi or ethernet networks.

The visualization takes place on a giant display visible even at high distances.

All the displayed measures can be compared with tolerance thresholds in order to generate alarms in case of out of tolerance upon exceeding certain thresholds or visual signals capable of guiding the operator to any adjustment operations (red value represents an out of tolerance, value yellow represents a warning attention signal, green value the measurement is acceptable).

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Monitoring of distances, positions, lengths and depths with LASER distance meters and visualization on giant displays for the metallurgical and steel industry

Laser distance meters for industrial applications in the metallurgical and iron and steel sector

Measurement applications of distance, positions, lengths and depths with industrial laser distance meters for the steel and metallurgical sector

Generation of out of tolerance alarms with visual signaling (light tower) or with electrical contact for sirens and alarms. Direct connection to PLC, SCADA systems or remote data acquisition systems.

Measurement visualization on giant displays with management of remote transmission of acquired data or with integrated data logger for process traceability.

Measurement of objects up to 30 meters on a natural surface and up to 100 meters on a reflective surface.

RODER presents the new series of REDAM LDM giant displays to create display and monitoring systems to be connected to LDM series LASER distance meters.

The REDAM LDM series has been specially developed for the connection with LASER LDM series distance meters allowing the real time display of the measurement made by the LASER distance meter.

The visualization takes place on a giant display, visible even from a great distance, or transmitted to remote terminals through Wi-Fi networks or Ethernet networks.

All the displayed measurements can be compared with tolerance thresholds in order to generate alarms in case of out-of-tolerance when certain thresholds are exceeded or visual signals able to guide the operator to any adjustment operations (red value represents an out-of-tolerance value, yellow represents a warning signal, green value the measurement is acceptable).

Typical applications

Checking the diameter of coils and coils
Size measurement of billets, blooms and slabs
Position control of overhead cranes with anti-collision or parallelism control function
Loop control on unwinders and winders
Position measurement of trolleys
Measurement of cutting position on mobile carriages

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Distance and position measurements with industrial laser distance meters

LASER distance meters for industrial applications

Distance measurement without contact in total safety

Visible LASER with safety class 2 also suitable for measurements in the presence of an operator

Analog data output, RS232, RS422, Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet.

The LASER LDM family of distance meters consists of a series of optoelectronic distance measuring devices for industrial applications with analogue interface (from 4 mA to 20 mA) or digital (Ethernet, Profinet, Profibus, RS232, RS422).

The LDM series LASER distance meters are used for the precise measurement of distances from a few meters to three kilometers. The distance measurement represents aconsolidated application for laser technology.

These optical sensors use LASER (pulse or modulated) light to measure distances, heights, lengths, levels and positions in a non-contact process. To achieve this, all components work together in a perfectly coordinated overall system.

This system consists of a laser emitter, optical transmitters and receivers, photosensitive diodes and sophisticated electronics and algorithms for time measurement or phase measurement. We use different optoelectronic principles for our measuring devices, such as time of flight, phase comparison and back-mixing LASER pulse. These methods allow singles accurate measurements to the millimeter, and measuring ranges up to several hundred meters. Using our LASER distance meters is possible measure on natural surfaces or on special reflectors obtaining fast and precise results.

LASER distance meters work using visible or invisible optical radiation and are classified in accordance with current regulations in class 1 or 2 (safe classes for operation even without protective glasses).

The compact construction allows easy installation of the LASER distance meter even where space is limited or in industrial applications. All devices offer standard interfaces, analog or digital data output and parameterizable switching outputs. The family of LASER LDM distance meters is particularly used for applications in the industrial sector with analog (4 - 20 mA) or digital (Ethernet, Profinet, Profibus, RS232, RS422, SSI).

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