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Diameter measurement
2 axes / ovalization
Length measurement
Industrial vision
• Edges tears and hole detector
Lamb waves system
Ultrasonic controls (OPUS system)
Water nozzle control
• Rails
Immersion
• Pistons
• Bars
Water wall
• Rods
• Bars
• Pipes
Test stands
Summary…
The Spie know-how
NDT…
Introduction…
Contact us…
DT…
Anisotropy measurement device
EAF & LF…
• Empere® NG Electrode regulation
• Automation (PLC, Scada, Level 2)
• Scrap yard optimization
• Delay Management System®
•Turnkey Projects for EAFs & LFs
• Sampling and conditioning
Gaz analysis…
• Anticollision systems
• Coil charging automation
Crane automation

Electric Steelmaking
Jean-Pierre SOROKA
Project and Sales Manager
Mobile : +33 (0)6 26 34 24 23
Mail : jean-pierre.soroka@spie.com

SPIEEst–ProductsDepartment
An innovative product…
Good reasons to choose Empere
With the ever escalating cost of energy and small financial
margin available to the EAF steel makers, reduction in energy
costs, with a consequential product cost reduction is a key
feature.
The Empere regulator and the team Spie, with 30 years
experience, can help you to reach this goal.
Empere NG
Electric Arc Furnace regulator
• Simultaneous 3 phases sampling
on U and I.
• 16 bits digitizer, 100 k sample/s
• New digital processing
capabilities.
• Improved immunity for electrical
noise.
• Redundant power supply.
• Hot pluggable cards for easy
maintenance.
analog VAX
Empere PC v 4.4
EmpereNG
Empere PC v 4.1
153 000 lines of code.
3x more than v4.4
This system allows the high speed
synchronous acquisition (real-time) of
voltage and current on the 3 phase.
Thanks the adjustment of fuzzy-logic
PID, the stability of the arc can be
controlled during the boring, the melt
down and the refining period.
System components
• 1 measuring box for electric adaptation
• 1 cabinet for data processing and HMI
• Option : mast sensors
The foaming slag is now integrated (optional
before) in all our systems and evaluated on 3
phases.
EAF & LF share now the same capabilities.
Different types of regulation
Empere provides several types of regulators in
the basic package : constant impedance,
constant arc voltage, constant arc resistance,
constant current, constant power.
Fuzzy logic mode set points to get the
maximum power in the furnace.

For any information…
SPIE Est
Agence Industrie Lorraine
1, Rue de la Grange aux Bois
CS 55828
57078 Metz Cedex 3- France
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
@ p.fidanza@spie.com
Technical assistance
• RDP 6.1 Remote control.
• VPN connection.
• Worldwide support and express delivery
with personal tracking number.
Electronics
The electronic system uses the latest technologies :
• Digital communication.
• High-speed digitizer.
• FPGA processor for process and security features.
• Hot pluggable cards for easy maintenance.
Data processing
• New FFT calculation on 128 ranks.
• New simulation features
• “Heat recorder” : store all data and play it
offline.
• New pdf® report generation.
• Maintenance specific HMI.
• Database storage.
• Online help.
Teaching
Our recognized technical support
reactivity is now upgraded with new
features allowing process support.
• Onsite or at our main office teaching.
• Furnace operation survey with special reporting service :
2 reports / year for standard subscription.
New computer and software…
Computer
• Fanless PC : latest CPU for better
performances in harsh environment.
• Xp Embedded for easy access.
• New “state of art” HMI.
• Digital communication with electronic rack.
New research areas…
To continue process improvement, goal of
Empere team since 30 years, we are
developing new function that can help you
reducing tap-to-tap.
• Bath temperature prediction.
• Bucket changing management.
• and more…
Rugged design…
We are particularly searching in these way :
Worldwide references : ArcelorMittal, Ascometal, BSW, Ekinciler, Eramet, IDC, Jindal, OneSteel, Gerdau...
Jean-Pierre SOROKA
Mobile : +33 (0)6 26 34 24 23

Steel Melting Shops
Automation, PLC & SCADA Systems
LEVEL 2
Visual Basic – C++ –
Power Builder
VB.Net,SQL Server –
Sybase – Oracle – INSQL
LEVEL 1.5
Intouch – PC Vue – Cim
View – PCS7 – Win CC –
Vigile – Monitor Pro –
Panorama – LabWindows
CVI – IAS - RS View – Ifix
LEVEL 1
PLC : Siemens –
Schneider – Mitsubishi –
Allen Bradley – Quantum
– Rockwell
SAFETY PLC: Siemens
– Schneider – Pils
LEVEL 0
Schemelec – Autocad –
Xelec – See Electrical –
Caneco

Steel Melting Shops
Motors and Drives for Electrode Movements
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Steel Melting Shops
Hydraulic Projects

Steel Melting Shops
Training Furnace Optimization
Jean-Pierre SOROKA
Mobile : +33 (0)6 26 34 24 23

Steel Melting Shops
Layout & Engineering with Mechnical Partners
Jean-Pierre SOROKA
Mobile : +33 (0)6 26 34 24 23

Scrapsol®
Scrap Yard Optimization
Reduce scrap charging cost…
Scrap charging questions ?
• Are you sure to buy scraps with the best quality / price
ratio?
• Are you sure you are charging the best configuration ?
• Are your baskets correctly charged?
• Are you buying the raw material that best suit your
production needs?
With Scrapsol ® you will never
wonder these questions.
• Stock management
• Intuitive interface
• SqlServer ® database storage
• Direct connection to any type of
spectrometer.
• Connection to SAP.
Advantages
• Reduce your scraps purchasing costs
• Reduce your loading fees
• Reduce metal additions costs
• Reduce cost prices
• Avoid non-conformities
Uses the latest technologies…
• Server with TSE clients
• dotNet architecture

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Jean-Pierre SOROKA
Mobile : +33 (0)6 26 34 24 23
System components
Base :
• 1 Server with database and calculation model.
• 1 computer for system HMI.
• 1 computer for furnace pulpit
Optional :
• additional HMI for production engineers.
• additional tool to control basket charging
• remote station for crane operator
• Connection to weighting system.
Customer support…
Server
CraneFurnace
TCP-IP
SAP
REPORTS
SqlServer
Fabrication program
loading
Optimization
Accept optimization
result.
Production planning
Basket loading
Furnace validation
Cast report
In order to provide full
technical support, Spie
Est has application
engineers to help you.
Based on your stock configuration and on a steel nuances
panel this tool is able to optimize your loading strategies.
1.Optimization 2.Production 3.Analysis
New simulation function…
Simulate your future production planning to
reach efficient management of purchase.

Delay Management System®
Process Analysis Tools
System ready to go…
Reduce downtime
• Standard 19’’ cabinet
• No need modification of your PLC.
• more than 100 fieldbus protocols
supported.
• Easy to use interface.
Advantages
• Helps you individuate potential production
improvement possibilities.
• Create standardized and reliable reports.
• Reduce down-time.
• Helps you creating maintenance planning.
• Easy to use by operators.
Uses the latest technologies…
• Server with TSE clients
• dotNet architecture
System description
An efficient production system is based on continuous and uninterrupted
operation. This is why it’s very important to recognize and identify all factors
that can degrade performance of a plant.
Our new Delay Management System (Spie DMS®) is a powerful tool that can
help you in this task.
DMS® is directly connected to your PLC system for accurate data retrieving.
No modification of your PLC system is needed
Worldwide references : ArcelorMittal, Tubeurop...
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SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
System components
Base :
• 1 Server with database & PLC comm.
• 1 engineer station
• 1 computer for operator HMI (base)
Optional :
• additional HMI for operators.
• Connection to SAP system.
Top 10 delay…
Server
Oper. 1Engineer
TCP-IP
SAP
REPOR
TS
SqlServe
r
Supervision of
analog and digital
variables from PLC
Selection of delay
cause by standard
codes
Reports &
Excel® export
With Top 10 delay graph, show you in real time the major cause of
your downtime. This helps you create quick response and prepare
maintenance planning.
Easy to install and to use. Ergonomic user interface.
1.Delay
detection
2.Operator
input
3.Analysis
Process optimization…
Have a global view of how your installation work and increase your process
transparency to increase benefits.
Easy operator
interface and reports
easy to understand.
Jean-Pierre SOROKA
Mobile : +33 (0)6 26 34 24 23

Analysis
Gas analysis system
• ATEX 1GD.
• Chromatograph
• Skills : SIL 3
• Information feedback to the factory’s PLC
(Profibus ...)
Our references
ArcelorMittal Fos, Florange (Fr), Carinox (Be), Cokeril Sambre(Be)
System components
• Programmable logic controller
• HMI with visual and audible alarms
• Chromatograph
• Analyzer
• Gas sampling system
Specific points…
• High knowledge level in gas sampling methods
• Sampler probes
• Heated filters
• Gas dryer
• Automatized calibration systems
• Data acquisition and treatment
• Pollutant detection and measurement
• Process optimization
• Respect of environmental standards
Our services
• Study and specific achievements
• Production of analysis cabins
• Delivery & Installation
Detection and analysis
• CO, CO2, CH4, CxHy, H2, H20, O2, NOx,
SO2, Dioxin
• Dust density and manufacturing upon
request
• Turn key systems.

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Purposes
• Provide a continuous sampling method
of a gas sample in steelworks fumes with
the shorter response time
• Provide unchanged samples in terms of
chemical specs and with adequate
physics specs able to match with analysis
machines requirements
• Provide a reliable & repeatable system
requiring a minimum of humane actions
Material description
The system is made up of :
• Two probes and one sampling cabinet. Probes
needs to be installed in the chimney nearest to the
extracting point.
• One transfer line
• One conditioning cabinet suited closely from the
analysis unit
Sampling
The sampling is done via two water cooled probes
associated to a sampling cabinet. This cabinet consist of
two filters and their control units.
Gas samples have high dust densities, and a high temp.
Transfer
Gas samples transfer from sampling cabinet to analysis
unit is done via a heating and lagged link.
Conditioning - Analysis
Before the gas sample introduction in the analysis system,
it is filtered and conditioned inside a cabinet including a
dryer, a pressure regulation module and a fine filter.
The analysis step is done with a set of classical machines
or with a mass spectrometer.
Advantages
Several sampling systems can be used with the same
analysis system
Very efficient system on a wide range of plants
Flip-flop system allows a complete analysis of the charge
even if the filter is clogged
Martial MARTIG
Mobile : +33 (0)3 87 79 65 80
Mail : m.martig@spie.com

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Cranes
Martial MARTIG
Mobile : +33 (0)3 87 79 65 80

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Anti-collision system
• Control of the positioning of cranes (X, Y, Z)
• Coordination of up to 16 cranes
• Radio communication between cranes
• Control of crane speed to avoid crashes.
• Mapping of forbidden areas and volumes.
Cranes
Anticollision Systems
Coil Managment
• Solution for automatic positioning of cranes
and handling of coils.
Martial MARTIG
Mobile : +33 (0)3 87 79 65 80

Dimensional control
Diameter over 2 axis / Ovalization
System description
This system allow the measurement of diameter and
ovalization of a circular product directly over two
perpendicular axis.
The technology uses a double VLD laser reverb in parallel
beams over 2 axis. The measurement is carried out by
quantifying the shade on a CCD sensor.
The system allow the detection of short defects (cut ) of a
minimum length of 3.3 mm.
System components
• 1 laser head (class 2) mounted into an IP65 chassis with integrated processor
• 1 PC for acquisition and data processing.
• 1 mechanical device to regulate the perpendicularity of the head and in/off line setting.
• Laser beams fitted into the same plane for
simultaneous acquisition of diameters.
• Detection of short defects.
• Digital transmission of signals.
• Increased insensitivityto interferences.
An innovating product…
Performances
• Line speed up to 2 m/s
• Product diameter up to 105 mm.
• Bars length between 3 and 12 m.
• Minimum length between bars : 500
mm mini
• Measuring Pitch : 1.6 mm at 2m/s
• Accuracy : 1 µm

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Mechanics
The laser head is mounted on a online/offline cart to
help for system maintenance. There is also a settings
system to ensure position of the head compared with
product.
Optional : blower to avoid dust.
Electronics
Optical and laser are mounted in a robust box, with removable
protection against water splash ensuring high precision measurement,
a good repeatabilityand optimal stability even in harsh environment.
The communication is made by a Ethernet network link allowing long
distances between the computer and measuring head.
Data processing
The configuration and visualization computer enable controls of the
whole system and the dynamic mapping visualization.
The available statistics are :
• diameter XY : minimum, maximum, average.
• ovalization : minimum, maximum, average.
• CPK : CP1, CPK1, CPK2, LC, standard deviation, histogram
par class.
The application can be parameterized to determine a sanction (good,
tolerance sup, inf, oval) and to classify the bar. The provision of this
information to an external system (PLC) allows the automatic
classification of the production.
The studied ergonomics of the interface guarantee easy
comprehension.
The real-time data feedback to your factory MES can be made by
means of factory network or by the addition of interface modules.

Dimensional control
Length / Speed measuring
System components
• 1 laser head (3B class) He-Ne IP67.
• 1 remote electronic unit (up to 100m) connected with a cable placed into an anaconda shield.
• 1 data processing computer.
• 1 gantry support
• 1 electrical cabinet controlling obturation of the laser with associated indication.
• Independent of the surface quality of the
product : gross of rolling, wet with water or oil.
• Test of measuring drift at each bar.
• High laser life cycle : 5 years minimum.
• Automatic sorting of production.
• Statistics calculation (CPK…)
• Maintenance assistance
Performances
• Repeatability : +/- 0.01%
• Resolution :6 to 12 µm
• Depth of field : 100mm at 1 m
• Accuracy : ± 0,05 %
System description
This system allow the measurement of length and speed of a
product using the Doppler effect.
A particular version for “hot products” is available.

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Mechanics
Laser head placed on a gantry support inserted on the in-
line controls.
Optional :air blowing (necessary if T° > 40°C)
Electronics
Optical and laser are mounted in a robust box, with removable
protection against water splash ensuring high precision measurement,
a good repeatabilityand optimal stability even in harsh environment.
The use of cells on the line make it possible to start measurements like
testing the drift in real-time.
Data processing
whole system and the dynamic mapping visualization.
The available statistics are :
• length : minimum, maximum, average.
• CPK : CP1, CPK1, CPK2, LC, standard deviation, histogram
par class.
The application can be parameterized to determine a sanction (good,
except tolerance) and to classify the bar. The provision of this
information to an external system (PLC) allows the automatic
classification of the production.
The studied ergonomics of the interface guarantee easy
comprehension.

Dimensional control
Edges tears and holes detector (ETHD)
History
In the iron and steel industries, for cold rolling mill, cleaning and coating processes it is essential to
avoid strip breaks, which implied stops of production, expenses of cleaning and repairing. Based on
this remark, Spie Est introduce for the international market, a special fully automatic machine able to
improve the productivity, to save time and finally to earn money.
The Spie Est ETHD system is an optical non-contact inspection machine. It is used to detect edge
tears and holes on cold strips in various cold processes. This system is able in real-time to give
defects severity levels and to reduce strip translation speed avoiding thus strip breaks. Five
installations are already in production use, and others are in our projects thumbnail.
Performances
• Line speed : up to 900 m/mn
• Accuracy : less the 0.5 mm
• 98% of defects detected
• Classification success rate : close to 89 %
• Line-scan cameras .
• Defect classification.
• Defects smaller then 5x1 mm2 can be detect.
• Storage of defects images for further analyze.
Strip translation
Tear
Hole
Circumscribed
rectangle
Strip translation
Tear
Hole
Circumscribed
rectangle
Recent works carried out
Arcelor Mittal (Fr) – Arcelor Mittal (Es)
Reduce downtime
Advantages
• 100 % inline inspection
• Avoidance of claims
• Cost saving through reduction / elimination of
strip breakage.
• High degree of availability
• Extremely high rapid rate of amortization

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Defects classification
The classification of defects severity level is only possible
based on the experience of specialists.
The interview of such experts led to the definition of a
certain number of severity levels and circumstances
leading to the attribution of each of these levels. All these
data are synthesized in databases (mainly depending on
strips thickness).
Data processing
The central host unit is generally placed into a cooled
data-processing bay.
ETHD is connected to process managing devices
(calculator, vax…) and drives optional outputs able to
reduce or to stop strip movement. It can be connected
via TCP/IP network, to several low level host
computers allowing operators consultations (HMI).
Cameras
Cameras are compact line scan imager with 1024 pixels
resolution, 14 x 14 µm² pixels area, up to 36000 lines
per second.
They are available with standard objectives as C-mount
and are 50 x 50 x 88 mm, < 300 g.
A statistical study has made it possible to establish an optimal representative database of limited size.
The fully automatic classification procedure is made using current defects specifications impacted by
its neighborhood. The used method is the k nearest neighbors method.
The method is simple, requires little calculation time and gives results immediately intuitive for the
operator. They are not requiring special operator knowledge or specific interpretation tools.

Ultrasonic testing
Coil testing –Lamb waves
History
The quality standards in the sectors of the
packaging and the automotive becoming
increasingly strict, it had become necessary to
bring a guarantee on the inclusion cleanliness
of rolled metal. The Arcelor group thus decided
to obtain equipment making it possible to
control on line the internal quality of thin sheets:
control by Lamb wave. After validation by
Arcelor Research, the responsibility for
industrialization was entrusted to the Spie
company which since the year 2000, equipped
5 sites.
Description of the system
Equipment for inclusion measurement of coils of thin sheets intended for the packaging (drink cans)
and automotive sectors.
Our references
Arcelor Basse-Indre, Mardyck, Fos-sur-Mer, Florange, Aviles (ES)
• Detection of clusters of inclusions located near
the surface several tenths in width and several
microns in thickness.
• Creation and storage of mapping data.
• Backup of the defects for further analysis.
Performances
• Line speed : from 250m to 600 m/mn
• Measuring pitch : 8 mm
• Product width : from 600 mm to 1800 mm.
• Thickness from 1 to 6 mm.
• Coil surface checked : 100%.

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Mechanics
A gantry supports the two wheels of measurement,
these last being equipped ultrasonic transducers with
adjustable incidence. Two calibration charts are also
present in order to check the sensors on line.
A PLC manages the movements of the machine as well
as the distribution of the coupling liquid.
Electronics
The acquisition computer contains 1 emission and 4
ultrasonic reception cards.
Their configuration data are stored into the PC and
transferred during each system setup.
Data processing
The configuration and visualization computers
enable the whole system control and the
dynamic mapping visualization.
Two additional software (Relire-Visuascan) are
also provided for post-analysis of the results.
The studied ergonomics of the interface
guarantee easy comprehension.
The real-time data feedback to your factory
MES can be made by means of factory
network or by the addition of interface
modules.

System description
This equipment us used to control the internal
quality of piston.
The detected defects are :
• 1,2,3 : Upper and lower surface of the cast
insert
• 4 : Back surface
• 5 : Recess position
• 6 : Control of the recess-insert area
System components
• Mechanical system allowing measurement, drying and piston sorting.
• 5 channels Ultrasonic system for detection and processing of defect and sort management
• Management PLC
• Measure made in splash less oil batch
• Lighting fences to protect operator
• Piston transfer management
Ultrasonic testing
Automatic testing of pistons

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Mechanics
Mechanical unit fitted with a
lodaing station, a control station,
a transfer table, a centrifuge and
a unloading station.
Electronics
Control made by a ultrasonic equipment with 6
transducers and a computer managing the cast
insert transducer.
Data processing
The configuration and visualization computer enable controls
of the whole system control and the dynamic mapping
visualization.
It also manages the automatic sorting of controlled pistons.
Defects
Transducer
1
2
3
6
4
5

Ultrasonic testing
Water noozle rails control
History
Since 1978 Spie, represented by its Uckange agency,
has developed a recognized expertise in ultrasonic
control systems.
The team is composed by different specialists and is
able to take into account the whole machine realization
from mechanics to IT technologies, electricity and
electronics.
This multi-technical competence leads our company to
propose the latest innovations in these various fields.
Our products thus always offer to you what is done
best on the market.
Ultrasonic testing equipment for rails with 20 channels without contact (coupling using water nozzle)
allowing a better productivityand an extended reliability.
Detection and location of flat bottom holes with a diameter of 1.4, 1.6 and 2 mm and slots with a depth
of 0.6 mm.
Recent works carried out
CORUS Scunthorpe (UK) – ARES (LU) – CORUS Hayange (FR) TGV (high velocity train) rail resting.
• Acquisition unit mounted on the machine.
• Digital transmission of ultrasonic signals.
• Increased insensitivity to interferences.
• Upgradeabilityby adding supplementary channels.
• Backup of the A-Scan of defects for further analyze
Performances
Line speed up to 2 m/s
Product length up to 150 m.
Measuring pitch : 1 mm
Non-testing length : from 0 to 30 mm depending
on the product to scan.

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Mechanics
Our mechanical engineering and design department designed
independent adjustment units for each nozzle.
20 tubes are thus adjustable in position and angle to control :
• the foot
• the web
• the head
• the running table
All the fluids are managed by a PLC controlling :
• Pre-wetting, wetting and drying systems.
• Circuit for water supply, decantation and water collector.
Electronics
Each processing unit, being given its compactness (300 x 400mm), is located
nearest to the sensors (reduction of cable lengths) and is able to manage up to
8 measurement channels.
The treatment of the US signals as well as the marking of the defects are carried
out by a FPGA calculator developed by Spie. Measurements are then
transmitted numericallythus improving the sensitivityof the system.
Data processing
whole system control and the dynamic mapping visualization.
The use of a posting double-screen as well as the studied
ergonomics of the interface guarantee easy comprehension.
All the hydraulics parts of the machine are
made out of stainless steel in order to
guarantee the lifespan of your installation.
Filtrating system
Pre-wetting

Ultrasonic testing
Testing of billets by water film
Ultrasonic testing equipment for square section billet using 8 measurement channels.
Detection and location of flat bottom holes with a diameter between 1.5 and 2mm.
Performances
• Line speed : up to 2 m/s
• Product length : 5 m and more.
• Section between 50 and 180mm
• Measurement pitch : 1 mm
• Non testing length : 250 mm.
Ultrasonic head detail…

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Mechanics
• 2 measurement arms with 4 transducers each.
• 2 pressing rollers upstream and downstream.
• 1 management PLC.
• 1 marking unit.
Electronics
Each processing unit, being given its compactness (300 x
400mm), is located nearest to the sensors (reduction of
cable lengths) and is able to manage up to 8 measurement
channels.
The treatment of the US signals as well as the marking of
the defects are carried out by a FPGA calculator
developed by Spie. Measurements are then transmitted
numericallythus improving the sensitivityof the system.
Data processing
The configuration and visualization computer enable controls of
the whole system control and the dynamic mapping
visualization.
The real-time data feedback to your factory MES can be made
by means of factory network or by the addition of interface
modules.

Ultrasonic testing
Testing of bars by water film
Equipment for ultrasonic testing of square and round section bars.
Detection and location of flat bottom holes with a diameter between 1.5 and 2mm.
Performances
• Section from 50 to 180mm (square) and from 80 à
210mm (round)
• Non measuring length : 250 mm.
Ultrasonic head detail…

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Mechanics
• 3 measurement arms holding a total of 12
transducers.
• 2 pressing rollers upstream and
downstream.
• 1 management PLC.
• 1 marking unit.
Electronics
Each processing unit, being given its compactness (300 x
400mm), is located nearest to the sensors (reduction of
cable lengths) and is able to manage up to 8 measurement
channels.
The treatment of the US signals as well as the marking of
the defects are carried out by a FPGA calculator
developed by Spie. Measurements are then transmitted
numericallythus improving the sensitivityof the system.
Data processing
The configuration and visualization computer enable controls of
the whole system control and the dynamic mapping
visualization.
The real-time data feedback to your factory MES can be made
by means of factory network or by the addition of interface
modules.

Transducers support
Ultrasonic testing
Bars control in immersion
Equipment for ultrasonic testing of round bars by 8 measurement channels.
Detection and location of flat bottom holes with a diameter of 1mm.
Detection on materials like steel, aluminium, …
Performances
• Section 10 to 90mm
• Non measuring length : 25 mm.
• Acquisition unit mounted on the machine.
• Digital transmission of ultrasonic signals.
• Increased insensitivity to interferences.

SPIE Est
CS 55828
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Philippe FIDANZA
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Mechanics
• Input lock chamber.
• 2 centering devices.
• 1 driven support fro transducer.
• Anti-bubble system.
• In/Off line system.
• Filtrating and regulation unit for coupling fluid.
Data processing
The configuration and visualization computer enable
controls of the whole system control and the dynamic
mapping visualization.
The use of a posting double-screen as well as the
studied ergonomics of the interface guarantee easy
comprehension.
The real-time data feedback to your factory MES can
be made by means of factory network or by the
addition of interface modules.
Electronics
Each processing unit, being given its compactness
(300 x 400mm), is located nearest to the sensors
(reduction of cable lengths) and is able to manage up to
8 measurement channels.
The treatment of the US signals as well as the marking
of the defects are carried out by a FPGA calculator
developed by Spie. Measurements are then
transmitted numericallythus improving the sensitivity
of the system.

Ultrasonic testing
Pipe control
Performances
• Line speed : up to 1.5 m/s
• Rotating speed : 2 tr/s (example)
• Translation speed : 34mm/s (example)
• Section from 100 to 300mm
Equipment for ultrasonic testing of pipes by 5 measurement channels.
Detection and location of defects :
• long external
• long internal
• through external
• through internal
• thickness conformity control.

SPIE Est
CS 55828
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Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
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Mechanics
• Conveyor bed.
• Rotation device.
• Control head with 5 transducers.
• Control PLC unit.
• Marking unit.
The transducers are placed into a water tank
actuated with pneumatic jacks.
The water tank is equipped with tools adapted
to the various diameters, makes it possible to
ensure control by water film or water column.
Data processing
controls of the whole system control and the dynamic
The real-time data feedback to your factory MES can
be made by means of factory network or by the
addition of interface modules.
The computer also manage the marking device and
the sorting of the production.
Electronics
The five send/receive ultrasonic cards are placed into a
PC computer.
The connection to the machine is made with long cables
so, a pre-amplifier is mount on it.

Ultrasonic testing
Control of reference tubes
System description
This equipment allows ultrasonic control of tubes used as reference for machine testing.
The system controls the stability of reference defects located along the bar.
Detection and localization of defect from type :
• longitudinal internal / external
• cross internal / external
• control of thickness
Product characteristic
• Poduct section : from 28 to 140mm
• Notch depth : 5 à 12,5% of the tube thickness
with a minimum of 0,2 mm.
• Notch length : 25 to 80 mm
• Notch width : 0,5 mm

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
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Mechanics
• translation unit (variable speed)
• Rotation system (variable speed)
• Control head
• Management PLC
The ultrasonic transducer is situated into a water
tank operated by a cylinder. The water box
contains equipments to adatp to different
diameters and allows acoustic coupling.
Electronics
The ultrasonic card is placed on the measuring bench.
Measurements are transmitted to computer system in
digital format to increase the sensitivity of the system.
Measurements
Measurement of acoustic response of the notch length and
width.
Acoustic measurement of both side of the notch.
Measurement of signal / noise ratio
Data processing
controls of the whole system and the dynamic
Cartography C-Scan
Image treatment
Measurement report
Measurement storage

Spie realize test bench to control you product quality.
The realized units are development, characterization and endurance test bench.
Test bench
Water pump endurance testing
Regulation for :
• Temperature
• suction pressure
• flow rate
• Rating
• …
Water pump
characterization unit
• Measurements for : torque,
flow rate, pressure, rating, …
• Calculation and edition of
characterization curves

Test bench
Torsion test
System description
Analysis of the behavior of a test piece of
steel subjected to high temperature and
high torsion.
System components
• 1 brushless motor with quick speed variation (0 to
1200 tr/mn in 10ms).
• 1 induction heater.
• 1 temperature regulator.
• 4 temperature transducer of which 1 pyrometer.
• 1 torque meter.
• Test sequence with step.
• Filtering available on measurement channels.
• Variable sampling rate frequency
• Excel® exports
Innovative product…
Performances
Sampling rate : up to 1 kHz on 8 channels.
Brushless motor : 0 to 1200 tr/mn in 10 ms.

SPIE Est
CS 55828
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Philippe FIDANZA
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Mechanics
Electronics
A temperature regulator drives the induction heater
and manage the steps for measurements.
A motor drive controlled by computer starts motor
movements.
A water cooled induction heater allows to bring the
test coupon to more than 1000 °C. This test coupon is
placed into a quartz tube.
Data processing
controls of the whole system and the configuration of
the heating sequence.
It allows also these operations :
Motor control : speed, movements, duration.
Fluid and gas control (water or oil, argon, helium
Temperature regulation
Channels selection and filtering

Test bench
Forgeability test
• Test sequencer.
• Filtering available on each channel.
Innovative product…
System description
Behavior analysis (deformation,
elongation, necking) of a specimen of
steel placed into high temperature and
high traction environment.
System components
• A brushless motor
• A inductive heater (Celes)
• A temperature regulator (3 sensors).
• Sensor for longitudinal effect.
• Sensor for speed and movement detection.
Performances
Sampling rate : up to 1 kHz on 8 channels.
Brushless motor with quick variation :
• Linear speed : 800 mm/s
• Acceleration : 6 m/s2
• Rotating speed : 2400 tr/mn
• Traction effort : 20 kN

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Mechanics
Electronics
A temperature controller controls the induction heating and
sequence the steps of the measurement.
A motor drive controlled by the PC controls the rotation of the motor
and a worm translate a carriage on which is mounted a torque
meter connected to the test piece by a pin.
Water cooled induction heater drives the specimen placed in a
quartz tube to more than 1000 degrees.
Data processing
controls of the whole system and the configuration of
the heating sequence.
It allows also these operations :
Motor control : speed, movements, duration.
Fluid and gas control (water or oil, argon, helium
Temperature regulation
Channels selection and filtering

• Magnetic field measurement (up to 4000 Gauss)
• Automated measurement and movement.
System description
This laboratory device is used to control the
anisotropy of metallic test-coupon.
This is particularly used for cans production to
detect homogeneous metal and avoid possible
breakage during cold pressing.
Component of the system
• A magnetic circuit
• 2 excitation coil
• 2 detection coil for normal field detection
• A drive to plane sample in rotation.
• A prehension system with compressed air
• One computer for data acquisition
Measurement devices
Magnetic planar anisotropy measurement

SPIE Est
CS 55828
Contact
Philippe FIDANZA
T +33 (0)3 87 79 65 85
M +33 (0)6 07 67 48 84
Magnetic coil
motor
Measuring coil
cell
Test-coupon
Mechanics
A drive allows the test-coupon rotation and a
compressed air system is used to maintain the
specimen during test procedure.
Electronics
The electronic system is integrated into a rack and
is composed with :
• a motor drive
• a manageable regulated power supply
• signal amplifier cards
Anisotropy
measurement
device
Speed control
Encoder
Entrée mesure
Intensity control
Cell signal detection
Level 3 network
Printer
Power supply mngt.
Speed feedback
Power supply
Data processing
The configuration and visualization computer
enable controls of the whole system and :
• motor speed regulation
• primary control in the coils for magnetization
• measurement processing
• system calibration
• report generation
• Historical alarms & events management
• Maintenance

Martial MARTIG
Product department manager – Steelmaking and Rolling Mills
Phone : (+33) 3.87.79.65.80
Email : m.martig@spie.com
Philippe FIDANZA
NDT & measurement product manager – Rolling Mills
phone : +33 (0)3.87.79.65.85
mail : p.fidanza@spie.com
Soroka Jean-Pierre
Project and Sales engineer – Steelmaking
phone : +33 (0)3.87.79.65.82
mail : jean-pierre.soroka@spie.com
Postal mail Spie
Spie Est
1, rue de la Grange aux Bois
CS 55 828
57 078 Metz Cedex 3 - France
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