Title

Aspects on Modernisation of Automation Equipment at Blast Furnaces

Authorship

SCHOLZ, BERNHARD

SCHOLZ, BERNHARD

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DOI

10.5151/2594-5327-49v7-21-46

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Abstract

The paper addresses modernization of blast furnace automation systems, covering replacement and integration of instrumentation, control systems (open/closed-loop), drives, gas analysis, burden monitoring, and process optimization. It emphasizes reuse of existing equipment, minimized downtime through smart system concepts, and integration with Siemens solutions. Topics include hardware distribution, process control philosophy, visualization systems, remote I/O usage, redundancy strategies, and application of process computers with expert systems and neural networks.

Keywords

blast furnace, automation, process control, modernization, Siemens