by Ana Urbina (Admin)
No more uncertainty: Here’s how our CB-Inspector delivers precise thermal and surface insight in real time
In steel production, billets frequently fall off at the end of the cooling bed and are retrieved using magnetic cranes. This is usually caused by the billets being too hot, which drastically reduces the holding force of the electromagnet and can lead to serious damage to the plant and production stoppages.
That’s why we created the CB-Inspector. Specially tailored for cooling bed demands, it brings together advanced 2D scanning and intelligent real-time analysis in one integral solution.
The sensor technology used is optimized for non-contact temperature measurement on metallic objects with a spectral sensitivity of 3.9 µm and provides high-resolution measurements with an accuracy of <1%. Unsuitable long-wave IR cameras deviate slightly by +/-100°C from the actual component temperature due to varying emissivity. This massively increases the risk of exceeding the Curie temperature at the billet unnoticed, which poses a significant risk to the equipment and employees.The result is continuous insight, helping operators see problems earlier, react faster, and run with a new level of precision and control.
Advanced Process Visibility for Controlled Steel Production
At the hardware core of the system is the high-performance MP Line Scanner, available in 150 and 300 models. With scanning speeds of up to 300 lines per second, a spectral sensitivity of 3.9 µm, and a temperature measurement range from 50–1,100°C, the system is engineered to perform reliably even under extreme production conditions. Additionally, an integrated 180° tilt unit brings the device to new heights, enabling wide and accurate surface coverage across fast moving billets, ensuring detailed thermal and surface inspection within seconds. This powerful combination of high-speed scanning and extended surface coverage makes this hardware unit the strongest alternative on the market.
But the real advantage of the CB-Inspector lies in its intelligent software architecture, designed in-house and tailored to our clients’ needs. Line Scanner data is analyzed in real time, immediately alerting operators of irregularities to ensure swift reaction before minor deviations develop into larger production issues. Optional data logging and reporting functionalities further transform daily production data into valuable long-term process insights. Additionally, users can choose the level of analysis provided by the software anytime, customizing areas of interest and thresholds.
Flexible Integration for Modern Production Lines
Designed with scalability in mind, the system structure is modularly designed, supporting up to 8 scanning units. This allows the CB-Inspector to adapt easily to both individual inspection stations and large-scale production lines without requiring complex redesigns or extended downtime.
The result is a more stable production flow, optimized cooling control, reduced handling delays, and greater confidence in overall product quality.
Our CB-Inspector is a solution designed to give production teams greater visibility, faster responsiveness, and stronger process reliability, helping steel manufacturers maintain efficiency, consistency, and quality in every stage of production. Don’t miss out on the benefits for your business! Contact our experts today to know how you can make your process visible for smarter production decisions