BOF Tapping Expert

The BOF Tapping Expert is a process control system for the tapping process designed for LD converters. It supports converter operators, process engineers, and safety managers in a meltshop. It addresses the challenges of minimizing operational risks, optimizing steel quality, and increasing process reliability. This is achieved through enhanced safety measures and precise control and standardization of the tapping process, thanks to its advanced automated control system and comprehensive monitoring capabilities.

The BOF Tapping Expert reduces the risk of operational accidents by automating the tapping process at the LD Converter, eliminating the need for operators to be in potentially unsafe positions. By eliminating manual errors in the adjustment of converter angles, positioning of ladle transfer cars, and control of alloy chutes, it ensures the highest quality in steel production. The system overcomes the limitations of manual observation and data collection by providing sensor-based monitoring and data-based control for precise tapping operations.

Operational safety is enhanced by allowing control from a safe operating position, such as the central control room, and implementing a comprehensive safety concept. It also improves steel quality by ensuring optimal alloying and minimizing slag carry-over through an optimized tapping procedure. The entire tapping process is automated, increasing process efficiency and enabling reliable converter tapping with minimal manual intervention.

Benefits of the BOF Tapping Expert

• Automated control reduces the need for operators in hazardous positions.
• Ensures optimal alloying and minimizes slag carry-over
• Automation of the tapping process minimizes manual intervention.
• Eliminates manual errors in converter angle adjustments and alloy chute positioning
• Includes thermographic slag detection and optical measurements for precise control
• Sensor-based monitoring ensures consistent and accurate tapping operations.
• Allows operation from the main control room, enhancing safety

These products are mandatory for operating the BOF Tapping Expert:

• SlagMon
• Freeboard Monitor
• Converter Mouth Monitor