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Modernisation in such a densely populated area as the Ruhr region is always a challenge. Now an order placed by Eickhoff Gießerei GmbH from Bochum shows that ABP Induction is up to the challenge. The objective of the order is to replace the existing ABB 1.5 t MF crucible furnace, which is technically obsolete in terms of safety technology, with a new 2 t MF crucible furnace of the type ABP FS 20 with a higher output (1,000 instead of 790 kW).
The system is further enhanced by a weigh-out system and cooling system including air/water cooler as well as the Prodapt® Advanced melting processor; it calculates the energy requirements based on the furnace contents and automatically controls the energy supply for melting and holding operations. Eickhoff will put this configuration to use for melting various iron and steel alloys (GJL, GJS, cast steel, ADI, wear-resistant cast iron Ni-HARD, GX and austenitic cast iron Ni-Resist). The challenge was to accommodate a larger furnace with higher output within a very limited installation space. "We managed to do this by means of a compact design of all units and consistent use of water cooling; this also applies to the converter transformer," the expert goes on to say. The customer was clearly convinced by ABP's project work. The meticulous safety concept, including an automatic test bath grounding and a new concept for earth fault monitoring on crucible furnaces, was another decisive factor. The ABP experts also incorporated the capability for efficient waste heat utilisation. "On top of this is our open concept for new digitalisation solutions for the foundry industry – an enormous potential for the future". A key reason for the customer's decision was also the realisation of the fastest possible delivery time. "We are very well positioned in this respect: The contract was awarded at the end of November 2019. Engineering took place in December. Assembly was planned for right after Easter, so that the system can now be commissioned," explains Lutz Walther. (Source: ABP Induction Systems GmbH)

ABP Induction concludes contract with Eickhoff Gießerei

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Autor: Redaktion

Datum: 24. Jun. 2020

The system is further enhanced by a weigh-out system and cooling system including air/water cooler as well as the Prodapt® Advanced melting processor; it calculates the energy requirements based on the furnace contents and automatically controls the energy supply for melting and holding operations. Eickhoff will put this configuration to use for melting various iron and steel alloys (GJL, GJS, cast steel, ADI, wear-resistant cast iron Ni-HARD, GX and austenitic cast iron Ni-Resist).
The challenge was to accommodate a larger furnace with higher output within a very limited installation space. "We managed to do this by means of a compact design of all units and consistent use of water cooling; this also applies to the converter transformer," the expert goes on to say.
The customer was clearly convinced by ABP’s project work. The meticulous safety concept, including an automatic test bath grounding and a new concept for earth fault monitoring on crucible furnaces, was another decisive factor. The ABP experts also incorporated the capability for efficient waste heat utilisation. "On top of this is our open concept for new digitalisation solutions for the foundry industry – an enormous potential for the future".
A key reason for the customer’s decision was also the realisation of the fastest possible delivery time. "We are very well positioned in this respect: The contract was awarded at the end of November 2019. Engineering took place in December. Assembly was planned for right after Easter, so that the system can now be commissioned," explains Lutz Walther.
(Source: ABP Induction Systems GmbH)