Tecnar Announces Landmark Installation of Lut 2.0 Dual Probe Scanner for a PQF Mill in China
Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, Quebec, July 2024 – Tecnar, a global leader in advanced industrial measuring systems, is thrilled to announce a significant milestone for its Lut 2.0 hot tube and pipe non-contact wall thickness gauge. By mid-2025, a Lut 2.0 Dual Probe Scanner (DPS) will be installed at the outlet of a Premium Quality Finishing (PQF) mill in China. The mill, operated by a member of the CITIC Steel Group, boasts a tube production capacity exceeding 500,000 tons per year.
The Lut 2.0 system will contribute to optimize the production process and tube quality control by providing precise, real-time measurements of true wall thickness, detecting eccentricity, and displaying detailed profiles along the entire length and circumference of hot tubes without contact. This installation will handle tubes with wall thicknesses ranging from 3.2 to 40 mm and outer diameters from 180 to 360 mm.
Seamless tube manufacturers are increasingly adopting PQF mills developed by SMS Group, recognizing the need for superior manufacturing technology. Tecnar’s laser ultrasonics, a significant advancement over traditional gamma-ray technology, is on its way to becoming the industry standard. For years, the Lut 2.0 has played a pivotal role in real-time optimization of tube quality across various processes, including Assel, Push Bench, MPM, Sizing, Stretch Reducing, and PQF mills.
“We are excited about this new chapter for Lut 2.0,” said Alexandre Nadeau, CEO at Tecnar. “Our advanced gauging system is set to enhance the production capabilities of CITIC Steel Group, ensuring top-notch quality and efficiency. This installation not only underscores the reliability of our technology but also our commitment to supporting the steel industry with innovative solutions.”
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(This article was originally published in ITATUBE Journal – July 2024)
