Application
The Millmate Thickness Gauge System can easily be connected to AGC systems, based on feedback, feedforward and mass flow control.
Network communication
OPC (www.opcfoundation.org) can be used as an alternative to I/O-signals for integration. The system supports OPC 2.0 Data Subscription over an optional Ethernet local network. To gain access to measurement data and system set-up, a superior computer with OPC-client functionality can communicate with an OPC-server in the Operator unit.
Profibus-DP
As an option, the MTG system can be equipped with a Profibus-DP slave interface for communicating with e.g. the rolling mill control system. The Profibus-DP interface provides fast transfer of measurement data. It can also be used for setting up nominal thickness and for remote control of system settings and gauge movement.
Single or Double gauge system
In reversing mills it is very common to use thickness gauges on both sides of the mill. The MTG system offers two different contol units, one for handling a single gauge and the other for handling two gauges. The user-friendly operator unit has a display function for double gauge configuration. The operator can see the thickness gauge deviation graphs, one for each gauge, on the same menu page.
The feature with double gauge systems can also be valuable in applications like tandem mills or slitting lines.