Cost-efficient steel production
Optimize the costs of steel making by using smart instrumentation and process solutions
With the steel markets being highly competitive cost-efficiency is one of the top priorities for plant managers. And as energy costs can constitute up to 40 % of the overall costs, energy consumption has a huge potential for cost optimization. Think for example of utilities, or “W.A.G.E.S.” (water, air, gas, electricity, steam). Utility costs in the steelmaking industry are equal to more than 3% of a plant’s revenue in the United States, and more than 6% of revenue in Europe.
Up to 40%
of the overall steel production costs are spent on energy according to the World Steel Association.
Steel production trends from the World Steel Association
Optimize your steel processes
To improve the performance of a blast furnace, a converter or an electric arc furnace, various critical parameters have to be closely monitored. Having reliable and accurate measurements ensures a tighter process control and by that an optimized energy usage. Also critical is the optimal usage of argon, compressed air or steam. As they have a direct impact on the result of the process they also influence how much energy is used.
Accurate measurement to improve process control
Successful management of utilities, or “W.A.G.E.S.” (water, air, gas, electricity, steam)
IIOT-ready instruments
How we can support you
Why W.A.G.E.S. matter
Typically, 10% of a plant’s electricity is consumed for making compressed air and 40% of its natural gas is used for making steam. Measuring “W.A.G.E.S.” is the foundation for any energy management plan. Energy management consists of measuring and collecting this data and analyzing the data for reporting. Based on the findings, appropriate actions can be taken in order to reduce utility consumption and costs.
Take a step towards IIoT
Digital fieldbus networks connect field instruments to the control and maintenance systems. In combination with smart sensors featuring Heartbeat technology this enables instrument verification, advanced process diagnostics and condition monitoring functions. This gives managers an even greater control over their processes and helps them to make the right decisions to ensure efficiency and product quality.
Complete project management including assembling, cabling and engineering of the system
Smart sensors with diagnostic functions
Web-based tools for easy access to information about the installed devices and automatic access to device documentation (W@M portal)
Browse through our portfolio!
.jpg "Analytics")
.jpg "Flow measurement")
.jpg "Field of Application Pressure")
.jpg "The software tools that provide to run your operating process at its full potential")
.jpg "System products and Data Managers")
.jpg "Temperature measurement")
.jpg "Improve productivity while lowering your costs. Optimize your systems and processes with solutions.")
.jpg "service portfolio")
Benefits
Endress+Hauser offers a complete range of process instrumentation as well as dedicated automation solutions and comprehensive services that support the entire life cycle of your steel plant. Thanks to over 60 years of industry experience in even the most challenging environments, employees can make valuable recommendations on how how best to combine smart measurement sensors to reduce energy consumption and save money.
