Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System

RKS300 monitors the temperature in the furnace surface, providing real-time inspection of the entire furnace shell. It integrates hardware and software as a solution, allowing the detection and measurement of all hot spots in the furnace shell, even at an early stage.

The RKS300 system ensures the safety and durability of the furnace shell surface through real-time inspection with the highest resolution. Its main objective is to optimize efficiency and reduce maintenance costs, preventing damage and unplanned shutdowns.

To withstand the most aggressive environments, the RKS300 thermographic system features stainless steel enclosures that provide exceptional protection. Additionally, it includes an air purge system and an internal temperature control device, ensuring stable, clean operation with a constant ambient temperature.

Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System
Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System
Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System
Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System
Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System
Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System
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Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System
Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System

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Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System
Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System

Thermographic map of a rotary kiln for clinker.

Benefits.

  • Optimizes kiln maintenance
  • Detection and measurement of all hot spots caused by refractory deterioration
  • Extends the service life of the refractory and kiln
  • Reduction of unplanned shutdowns and maintenance costs
  • Real-time monitoring via thermographic video of the kiln exterior, unlike traditional scanner-based systems
  • Easy integration and communication of all data into the plant control system
  • Pre-wired and pre-tested for easy installation
  • Technical support and training during startup
Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System

RKS300 panel in Cement Factory Control Center.

Software

The RKS300 software displays real-time thermographic images captured by the cameras, as well as the reconstruction of the kiln profile, enabling efficient analysis and the detection of all hot spots.
Additionally, it provides access to all temperature points, referenced with high precision according to their coordinates on the kiln surface. Among its main advantages, it allows trend analysis, saving historical data, detecting ring formation, and optimally scheduling maintenance.

Features.

  • Temperature range: 20ºC – 900 ºC
  • Resolution: From 382 to 2560 pixels/line
  • Accuracy: +/- 2% or +/- 2ºC
  • Sampling frequency: up to 80 Hz
  • Temperature alarms: up to 8 zones
  • Automatic fan control: up to 16 zones
  • Kiln shell ring detection: up to 6 shells
  • Shadow zone monitoring: up to 8 zones
  • Refractory library: up to 20 zones
Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System

RKS300 Software – Temperature Difference View

Main Components of RKS300

  • 1, 2, 3 or 4 Thermographic Cameras
  • Stainless Steel Enclosures
  • Kiln Rotation Sensor
  • COM_Box Communication Cabinets
  • Compressed Air Filtration Cabinets
  • Data Processing Unit
  • RKS300 Software License
  • Field Wiring
  • Optional:
    • Kiln Shell Displacement Sensors
    • Shadow Monitoring Pyrometers
    • Relays for Fan Activation
Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System

RKS300 Kiln Shell Displacement Monitoring Panel

Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System

Example diagram of the complete RKS300 system

Monitoring of kiln shell displacements:

  • Helps prevent mechanical damage to the refractory and kiln supports due to unwanted stresses by knowing the exact displacement of each shell
  • Uses a specifically designed electronic system with high precision in measuring different rotation times
  • Real-time data visualization in the RKS300 software
  • Uses inductive sensors capable of operating in high-temperature environments
  • Allows monitoring of up to 6 shells
Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System

Shell details

Shadow zone monitoring:

  • If certain elements around the kiln create shadows in the vision of the thermographic cameras, the RKS300 System allows precise monitoring of these shadows
  • Uses pyrometers capable of measuring high temperatures (operating range of a rotary kiln)
  • Mounting base with air purge
  • Temperature data fully integrated into the RKS300 software thermogram, displaying real-time data alongside the thermographic cameras
  • Allows monitoring of up to 8 shadow zones
Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System

Fan activation control:

Rotary Kiln Thermographic Monitoring System

Rotary kiln air cooling system

  • Prevents kiln wear and deformation by controlling the cooling of the kiln shell.
  • Optimizes overall energy consumption by activating fans only when necessary.
  • Configurable activation and shutdown temperatures through the RKS300 software.
  • Control system housed in an electrical cabinet with a relay board ready for field installation.
  • The RKS300 System allows up to 16 fan activation groups.

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