Precise Level Measurement for All Applications — Safer, Smarter and More Sustainable Casting
In today's aluminium industry, precision forms the foundation for safety, efficiency and sustainability. From DC casting of billets and slabs to molten metal transfer in furnaces and launders, accurate molten metal level measurement is critical for achieving consistent product quality while reducing environmental impact.
Cast Houses worldwide rely on Precimeter's laser camera sensors, purpose-built for extreme molten metal conditions. Our sensor range,including ProH, ProLAD and ProV provides cast houses with the tools needed to automate processes, reduce waste and increase both safety and output.
Why Molten Metal Sensors Drive Sustainable Casting
Automating molten metal level measurement with laser camera sensors supports long-term sustainability through:
- Lower scrap and reduced remelt, cutting energy use and conserving raw materials
- Steady flow and level control, improving yield and reducing casting defects
- Reduced operator exposure to hot metal, enhancing workplace safety
- Real-time data collection enabling predictive maintenance and better planning
- More stable furnace operation, supporting energy efficiency and environmental objectives
Precimeter sensors deliver more than measurement. They enable intelligent, environmentally conscious production. By continuously tracking metal levels and integrating with actuators and control systems, these sensors create a closed-loop process supporting both precision and sustainability.
A Sensor for Every Process — From Launder to Mould
Each casting application presents unique challenges. Precimeter offers a range of laser sensors designed for different operational needs.
ProLAD – Reliable for Standard Applications
The ProLAD is a compact, dependable sensor ideal for molten metal level measurement in launders and for furnace tilt control. It delivers consistent readings even in harsh conditions with steam or surface reflection and integrates easily into existing setups.
ProH – Proven Performance in Demanding Environments
The ProH is Precimeter's most widely deployed sensor. Known for high precision and durability, it handles the heat, smoke and vibration typical in modern casthouses. With accuracy to 0.07 millimeters, It delivers exceptional performance in precision‑critical casting processes such as DC casting, continuous casting, ingot casting, and beyond.
ProV – High Precision for Advanced Automation
The ProV is designed for fast-paced, highly variable casting operations. It provides rapid response, high resolution and stable measurement even on highly reflective or turbulent molten surfaces. Utilizing violet laser technology for enhanced stability on ferrous metals and high‑temperature surfaces with red‑hot emissivity, it is ideally suited for Industry 4.0 environments and advanced casting control systems.
Smarter Casting Leads to Greener Results
By improving molten metal flow consistency and eliminating manual checks, laser camera sensors enable cast houses to operate with greater efficiency and fewer interruptions. This reduces energy waste, limits scrap and supports safe remote monitoring—all contributing to cleaner, more productive operations.
When combined with Precimeter actuators and control systems, these sensors form a complete automation solution supporting your quality, safety and sustainability objectives.
Summary
Precimeter's laser camera sensors—ProLAD, ProH and ProV—deliver precise molten metal level measurement for aluminium casting applications. Purpose-built for extreme foundry conditions, these sensors enable automated process control that reduces scrap, improves yield, enhances workplace safety and supports energy efficiency. By providing accurate, real-time measurement in launders, furnaces and moulds, Precimeter sensors form the foundation of sustainable, high-quality casting operations. When integrated with Precimeter actuators and control systems, they create complete automation solutions that advance both operational performance and environmental responsibility in modern casthouses.
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