| Steel Industry |
Case Study: Direct application on hot steel slab using robotic labeler system
| Object | Steel Slab |
| Application Temperature | 800℃ |
| Products | HEATPROOF HP-700T |
Customer’s Request
Identify hot steel slabs using HEATPROOF label. Verify identity of slab before entry into rolling mill.
Initial Process Management
Visual inspection of spray marking
Spray marking at 800℃
Shipping label is applied after slab has cooled
Label application at stock yard after slab has cooled
Process Issues
- Spray marking information drops off with scale.
- Incorrect label is applied after slab has cooled, causing misidentified products.
- Automated verification of spray marked slab identity is very difficult. Human reading errors cause issues in downstream processes.
HEATPROOF Solution
| 1 | Barcodes are used for accurate product identification. |
| 2 | HEATPROOF labels are applied early in the production process, eliminating costly identification errors. |
| 3 | Products in inventory can be identified with scanners or imaging devices. |
Eliminate the need to re-identify products in inventory.
Verify identity prior to shipping. Visual verification leads to errors. Use barcode scanning systems to ensure correct product is shipped to your customer
| 4 | Eliminate misidentified product. Improve shipping accuracy. Streamline inventory reconciliation. |
