MAJOR STEELMAKER IN THE MIDWEST ORDERS A NEW MOULD LEVEL CONTROL SYSTEM

A major steelmaker in the mid-west recently ordered a Mould Level Control Package for their slab caster from INTECO PTI.

The Mould Level Control System consists of:

• Electro-mechanical servo actuator (stopper control system)
• Technological Package - Mould level Master

A new electro-mechanic servo actuator will replace the existing hydraulic actuator to:

• Improve automatic start of cast practice.
• Improve accuracy of mould level control especially for improved surface quality
• Improve maintenance of new system as spare parts purchasing for existing system is becoming difficult

The system will have following additional features:

• The new Electro-mechanical servo actuator will be installed on the tundish car without the need to unplug/plug cables and connections.
• A manual mould level control with lever system for fast take over and accurate control in manual mode (as per existing hydraulic system).
• Disabling of automatic control is performed by electrical disconnection (push-buttons with indicators).
• Increased operator safety by eliminating hydraulic system for stopper control on tundish car