Precision Beyond Limits

4D EAGLE S  is a measuring system that combines surface inspection and profile measurement of long products (SBQ) in the steel industry in one system.

Until now, it was impossible to carry out surface inspection and measurement in one device and thus at the same position of the rolling line. With 4D EAGLE S , manufacturers of long products can continuously monitor the quality of the products and optimize the rolling process if defects are detected.

LAP and KOCKS have jointly developed 4D EAGLE S , offering customers worldwide the combined expertise of two market leaders.

4D EAGLE S  captures the complete profile of different long products during production and automatically classifies surface defects.

The system uses the laser light section method to capture the shape of the rolled material production seamlessly.

The system can detect and classify singular and periodic surface defects.

The classification allows rolling mill operators to take targeted troubleshooting measures and adjust rolling parameters.

The data from the system contributes to enhanced end-to-end quality control in production processes.

Precise profile measurement reduces offline sample cuts and thus lowers quality assurance costs. Due to the close-meshed measurement, trimming is carried out with higher accuracy, reducing scrap.

Accurate trimming ensures that the produced products are within the specified tolerance range after product changes.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is used to classify surface defects; Machine learning methods allow the system to be adapted to specific requirements.

The system offers standardized interfaces like OPC UA and enables quality data integration for cross-process use in the Smart Factory.

Planned developments include further applications for different geometries of rolling goods and root cause analyses features.