Pyrometer for liquid steel & metal.

Liquid steel and metal foundry and tapping operators can now benefit from improved and smart temperature measurements for process control and product quality improvements with the new smart SPOT Meltmaster (MM) application pyrometer from Ametek Land. It offers a single-sensor solution for liquid metal temperature measurements in foundry and tapping applications.

This smart application pyrometer accurately measures tapping stream and liquid steel and metal temperatures independent of surface and condition changes during the process. This is done through optimised signal processing and a dedicated application mode, by just choosing the application mode of Plug’n’Play.

It also has millisecond responsivity with advanced time functions to monitor and hold the tapping temperature for a configured time, or until the next tapping process starts.

Multiple digital and analogue interfaces enable easy integration into both new and existing process control systems or a fully autonomous operation. These include the Ametek Land Jumbo Display, which can be used with the SPOT MM to monitor the tapping temperature via the 4-20mA output of the pyrometer.

The SPOT MM also incorporates an internal visual camera to aid alignment and provides a remote process view via the integrated webserver of the pyrometer. The webserver and industrial ethernet interface (Modbus TCP/IP) enable full remote access to the SPOT MM without any additional software requirements.

Compatible with the SPOT Actuator for alignment and tracking of tapping streams, the SPOT MM can also be used with a range of accessories, including the industrial enclosure with cooling and air purging options. This allows the SPOT MM to work in harsh, extreme, environmental conditions.

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Temperature measurement in metal product manufacture.

AMETEK Land has supported a major metal products manufacturer to significantly reduce its costs. Based in Faridabad, Haryana, India, Amar Udyog is a leading manufacturer of grey iron, ductile iron, and SiMO machined castings, and has become a highly reputed OEM supplier for many popular brands.

The company operates a sophisticated manufacturing unit with a production capacity of 18,000 tons per annum, using cutting-edge technology to manufacture components for industries including the agricultural and automotive sectors.

Product quality is essential to meet customer requirements and specifications, and this is dependent on reliable, accurate temperature measurements at the foundry stage.

To achieve these measurements, Amar Udyog had been using dip thermocouples, which have a 13-14-second measurement time and require an operator to get quite close to the process*. The disposable thermocouple tips must be replaced frequently, costing time and money.

He was looking to reduce its high costs for maintenance, calibration, and monthly consumables, which included a typical monthly spend of INR 95,000 on replacement thermocouple tips.

To solve this challenge, AMETEK Land supplied two of its Cyclops 055L 2F portable pyrometers for this application. This device takes a non-contact measurement in under two seconds and is ergonomically designed for single-handed use.

The Cyclops 055L 2F also increases safety, as the operator can be positioned five or six metres away from the molten metal. They simply point the Cyclops 055L 2F at the liquid, then pull the trigger when a measurement is required.

AMETEK Land also provides NABL calibration and service support for the Cyclops 055L 2F in India, so Amar Udyog can access rapid local assistance if required.

Puneet Vinayak, Director at Amar Udyog, said: “Using the Cyclops 055L 2F has significantly reduced the amount we spend on thermocouple tip replacements each month. The instruments are easy to use, provide fast, accurate measurements, and increased safety for the user. We would definitely recommend AMETEK Land, both for their liquid metal measurement solution and for the expert support they have provided.”

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* The Amar Udyog case study.

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Supporting environmental goals.

AMETEK Land is supporting customers in their environmental goals by providing a range of solutions for measuring the products of combustion.

To protect public health and the environment, the industrial emissions of smoke and toxic gases are regulated, and plant operators must monitor and report these emissions to demonstrate compliance with regulations.

The company offers a range of solutions to fit different process needs, including periodic flue gas measurements, cross-stack monitoring, extractive sampling, and continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS).

These solutions include portable and fixed emissions monitors as well as non-contact thermometers, delivering measurements that can improve the efficiency and environmental performance of many industrial processes.

For example, the Lancom 4 portable flue gas analyser is a rugged, versatile analyser that measures up to eight flue gases simultaneously, and is ideal for periodic checks to demonstrate compliance, and for performing quick checks before stack testing. While it has limited functionality compared to a CEMS, it offers an inexpensive alternative for smaller processes where using a CEMS would be uneconomical.

At the other end of the scale, AMETEK Land offers the FGA900 Series multigas analyser, a compact, self-contained CEMS that measures carbon monoxide, nitric oxide and oxygen. Cross-stack opacity monitors, such as the reliable Model 4500 MkIII, are also available for measuring particulate matter in flue gases.

Additionally, AMETEK Land has decades of experience in non-contact temperature measurements for industrial applications, with an extensive range of fixed and portable spot measurement pyrometers. These can provide measurements that optimise many industrial processes to reduce the output of harmful emissions.

“Accurate flue gas measurements are the key to reducing pollutant emissions, reducing fuel cost and minimizing the production of carbon dioxide,” said Derek Stuart, AMETEK Land Product Manager.

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75 years monitoring and analysing ndustrial temperature measurements.

75 years of producing innovative systems and solutions for industries including metals, glass, hydrocarbon processing and power generation is being celebrated by AMETEK Land .

First Pyrometer SP & Cambridge Indicator

Founded in 1947 by Tom Land, AMETEK Land now employs around 150 people worldwide, supporting customers with industrial temperature measurement, combustion efficiency and emissions monitoring.

The company has seen many notable milestones in its history; Land launched its first surface pyrometer in 1958, followed by its first non-contact infrared pyrometer along with a blackbody calibration source in 1965. This was a game-changer in safety and accuracy, allowing for faster and more efficient temperature readings in industrial operations.

Looking to the future, AMETEK Land is continuing its innovation and technological advancements, to enable its customers to meet the highest standards of plant safety, process control and product quality.

David Primhak, Director of Sales and Product Management at AMETEK Land commented: “As a company, we are incredibly proud of our contribution to industrial manufacturing. We have a magnificent team leading the way in product development and advanced technologies, developing new solutions and updating existing systems to help improve safety, increase yields, and reduce carbon footprints.

“Decarbonisation is top of the agenda for us all, and we’re working closely with our customer base to understand their needs and help them achieve their decarbonisation goals as the world becomes greener.”

AMETEK Land offers a range of products used by industrial manufacturers worldwide, including the SPOT range of non-contact pyrometers, the NIR-B thermal imaging borescopes, as well as supporting software including the latest IMAGEPro.

This is backed by a team of experts including physicists, research and development professionals, and production teams, all of which contribute to the success of the business.

Land became part of AMETEK, Inc. within the Process & Analytical Instruments Division in 2006. This business alliance means that Land benefits from being part of a corporation with global supply chains and business functions.

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Metal quality and casting safety.

AMETEK Land has supported a major India-based manufacturer in its metal quality and casting safety goals.

DN Castech, an engineering components manufacturer operating in Gujarat, works with many major global brands and must ensure a high-quality product through accurate measurements of the liquid metal during the casting process.

The company had been using dip thermocouples for this application. However, these have a long measurement time, require operators to get quite close to the hot process, and use disposable tips.

Experiencing high costs for maintenance, calibration, and monthly consumables, DN Castech wanted to find a more cost-effective solution that would also improve both measurement accuracy and user safety.

The company turned to AMETEK Land’s Cyclops 055L portable pyrometer, which provides highly accurate measurements of liquid metal temperatures in the range of 1,000 to 2,000 °C (1,832 to 3,632 °F), with high repeatability. The Cyclops 055L takes a fast non-contact measurement within two seconds and is ergonomically designed for single-handed use. It increases safety as the operator can be positioned 5 or 6 metres away from the molten metal, simply pointing the device and pulling the trigger when they wish to take a measurement.

AMETEK Land also supplied its Model RPI 10000 BT LED display unit, which connects wirelessly with the Cyclops 055L using Bluetooth to provide instant, real-time temperature measurement updates on its 4-inch-high, seven-segment screen. With a 50-metre connectivity range, the LED display unit allows the pyrometer to be used easily throughout the foundry to validate temperature data for quality and process control, without the safety hazards that cable connections could cause.

Before the Cyclops 055L was introduced, DN Castech was spending around 540,000 rupees a year on dip thermocouples, using 30 thermocouple tips per day. Since the Cyclops 055L has no consumables and eliminates the time spent replacing tips, it offered a rapid return on investment.

It also met DN Castech’s requirements for a more accurate and safer liquid metal temperature measurement solution.

Shri Dhirubhai Patel, Managing Director at DN Castech, said: “The Cyclops 055L has been easy to use and provides a fast measurement. It is highly accurate, even while pouring, right up to the last mould. Its performance and excellent return on our investment mean we would certainly recommend AMETEK Land for this application.”

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Products and physics teams strengthened.

AMETEK Land has named Dr Fiona Turner to the position of Global Head of Product Management. Additionally, Dr Tim Godden has been promoted to Physics Section Manager to continue the physics development.

Fiona joined the company in 2010 as a Physics Section Manager with a Ph.D. in Physics from Cambridge University and a Bachelor of Science degree with honours in Physics from Manchester University. Prior to joining AMETEK Land, Fiona gained extensive experience in imaging and laser technology as the Senior Application Engineer at Ingenia Technology and the Head of R&D at Laser Rail.

Tim holds a master’s degree and Ph.D. in Physics from The University of Sheffield. He joined AMETEK Land in 2019 as a Design Physicist and has extensive experience in 3D imaging and quantum dot detector technology. His previous roles include research and development, and Application Scientist at Phasefocus, Ltd. and a Physicist at Innovative Technology, Ltd.

Building on her extensive training and experience in physics, technology, and applications within the company, Fiona is now responsible for implementing product strategies for new and existing AMETEK Land product lines to maximise growth. Fiona will also be responsible for developing a robust product roadmap to ensure AMETEK Land maintains its position as a thought leader through the delivery of technical content, publications, and a strong patent pipeline.

To support this move, Tim Godden will build on the strong physics offering that Fiona has developed for all product lines to deliver differentiated world-class products and technology.

Fiona will report to David Primhak, Director of Development and Product Management, who commented: “This move will ensure we futureproof our product development within the industry. AMETEK Land has a fantastic product portfolio that we’re continuously building, and Fiona’s experience and training will drive this forward.”

Dr Peter Drögmöller, Director of Innovation and Technology, added: “Both of these promotions are well deserved and will keep AMETEK Land at the forefront of our physics development and new product innovations. Tim’s education and experience are second to none. We’re excited to see how the physics research and development will grow under his leadership, building on Fiona’s strong base.”

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