X4LIME — LIME PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE 4.0
Group Saint Hilaire improved existing PFR lime kiln with state of the art METRO limestone level indicator
France, November 2019
ECL requested X4LIME to evaluate the current state of the plant and the production process, identifying the potential points of intervention, choosing the right set of operating solutions with reference to Industry 4.0 also.
QualiCal brand new METRO 3D printed limestone level indicator has been identified as plug&play most effective solution to:
- Improve affordability of measurement;
- Allows a smooth control of limestone discharging with different operation philosophies;
- Reduce OPEX cost substituting the existing hydraulic solution with an easy and clean electrical drive.
METRO PLUS POINT
Highest measurement Accuracy
The fundamental characteristic of METRO is the seamless measure of the material bed level.
This is guaranteed by the “always in touch” counterweight that is driven in continuous torque control by the motor reducer.
The result is an extremely reliable measurement!
Flexibility
The measurement accuracy is guaranteed in any operating range and does not require continuous adjustment whenever the working condition is changed.
Easy & Fast Installation
The device requires only two electrical connections as power and signal.
Furthermore METRO is configured, programmed & tested before delivery.
The package will be supplied with simple installation instruction with sample applications for easy integration with most PLCs eg SIEMENS, GE, ROCKWELL…
Easy Maintenance
METRO is very simple in construction.
No special gears and screw shaft.
No moving parts installed, other than the motor.
Not pneumatically and/or hydraulically operated.
As a result, maintenance is drastically reduced to almost zero!
Easy Handling
Small and lightweight, transfer and installation is a breeze.
Safety
A safety brake is integrated to prevent the plumb from free falling.
