TPT July 2016

Tube straightness gauge from LIMAB LIMAB, which is based in Sweden, manufactures laser measurement systems for the metal industry. It is a pioneer in non-contact laser measurement with its 1D and 2D sensors, software engineering, design and system manufacturing. LIMAB has developed several innovative measurement solutions for the steel industry used for straightness, diameter, ovality, length, thickness and width measurement. system. An important advantage is that costly, time-consuming and inaccurate manual measurements can be replaced with an in-line measurement system that registers and stores all of the data of 100 per cent of the produced tubes, including end-user certificates. The standard TubeProfiler com- prises several different versions and is suitable for both hot and cold applications in tube and pipe mills. The measurement gauge is suitable for seamless tubes, UOE welded

The TubeProfiler S is used for straightness, length, diameter and ovality/shape measurement and has become a popular quality control unit for tube suppliers and not just those in the oil and gas field. LIMAB has recently increased the market segment for the TubeProfiler S to include precision and hydraulic tubes. The key measurement system includes scanning of both ends, local and total straightness of tubes and pipes. It is able to measure all the above features of a tube with a compact measurement

the length, with alarm signals if any of the tolerance or warning limits are exceeded. The TubeProfiler S is easy to install in an existing line and to relocate using the built-in lifting hooks and quick-change electrical connectors.

pipes and ERW longitudinal welded tubes. A single gauge is able to measure all the different dimensions from the smallest to the largest diameter. The straightness results are shown as real-time numbers, trend graphs and in 2D and 3D graphs for easy viewing. The database also provides a source of production data for long-term monitoring and process improvements. The system will output both the straightness of the whole tube or part of the tube and

LIMAB AB – Sweden Fax: +46 31 58 33 88 Email: sales@limab.se Website: www.limab.com

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