WAVELENGTH MATTERS BLOG
Troubleshooting for the Initializing Error
Have you tried installing a new Williamson Pyrometer and Interface Module (IM) only to find the sensor to be stuck in "Initializing" mode? Or maybe you have moved your sensor from one location to another and now it is stuck in "Initializing." Please follow the below...
Installation Guide and Overview for Williamson Flare Monitors
Williamson offers three optical non-contact sensors for the petrochemical industry and flare monitoring. This post covers the mounting and installation guidelines to ensure peak performance and accurate readings. The Williamson Pilot Monitor (PM): Uses dual-wavelength...
Temperature Control of Flame Fired Processes
What is a flame fired process? Every flame fired process is dictated by the reaction of a fuel in the presence of oxygen or an oxidized environment; this reaction is more commonly known as combustion or more simply burning. Fuels used may be solid, liquid or gaseous...
How to Improve Temperature Measurement Accuracy and Repeatability for Aluminum Rolling Mills
Temperature Control in the Hot Rolling MillAluminum sheet and plate products are used for a wide range of applications, including can stock, brazing, automotive and aerospace. These industries demand exacting tolerances and precise mechanical properties, particularly...
Compensating for Optical Obstructions and Emissivity Variation with Single-Wavelength Sensors
Williamson Short-Wavelength Advantage Infrared pyrometers rely on making a reading based on the amount of energy collected. The amount of energy collected can be affected by emissivity variance and optical obstructions. Selecting the shortest possible wavelength helps...
3 Infrared Technologies to Use in the World of Competitive Annealing
Not all annealing lines have the same accuracy requirements. Some alloys require tighter temperature control than others. Plants that run high-strength steel or dual/complex-phase steel require precise control of steel temperature. Plants that run low-alloy steels for...
Billet Temperature Measurement: Typical Practices vs. Best Practices
For the forging and extrusion industries, there are two temperature measurements that should be made. The first is the temperature of the billet as it is being heated – to make sure that the heating system heats it to the correct temperature value, and the second is...
EPA Flare Requirements: How Your Pilot Monitoring Device Stacks Up
A dependable maintenance free pilot monitor is an important system component. If the flame pilot is out, hazardous gasses may be vented accidentally into the environment. Continuous operation of the flare stack is a critical EPA requirement for the proper operation of...
Common Industrial Temperature Measurement Devices
When it comes to taking a temperature reading for industrial applications there are a number of available options. Some of the more common instruments used are pyrometers, thermocouples, and resistance thermometers (RTDs). We are going to take a look at a general...
The 3 Essential Forging Temperatures
The forging industry has a broad range of manufacturing processes, making many different types of products. From aerospace fasteners and the automotive industry to hardware and tools, forged products can be found just about everywhere you look. The Forging Industry...