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What is VARG?
Repairing BOF, EAF and Ladle furnaces is a time-consuming and hazardous task, subjecting repair teams to high heat loads and causing disruptions to steelmakers' production schedules.
To address these challenges, VARG deploys the very latest cutting edge technology to push the boundraries of what is technologically possible for refractory maintenance. It is a state-of-the-art robotic gunning working in combination with the most advanced Laser Contouring System on the market - ANTERIS 360 - and our leading quality refractory products to serve the most demanding applications.
Key features
By employing industry 4.0 technology, the team can measure and optimize repair parameters to create a reliable and repeatable process. Numerous factors influence the success of repairs, including the nozzle tip distance from the wall, material deployment velocity, and the robot's path spacing. The solution being developed enables customer teams to execute repairs without specialized knowledge, streamlining the repair process.
Benefits of VARG
- Improve safety by removing personnel from hazardous environments
- Enhance efficiency by increasing the accuracy of repairs
- Minimize plant downtime to reduce disruptions to production
- Establish a repeatable and accurate repair process supported by industry 4.0 technology
- Empower steelmakers with greater control and flexibility over the repair schedule
- Reduction in waste through application and specific recorded weight of material sprayed onto the BOF
BOF Gunning
EAF Gunning
Ladle Gunning
