Q8 CORONADO

Analysis Automation for Foundries and Steel Plants

Q8 CORONADO, a user-friendly analysis automation with unmatched reliability, small footprint, simple maintenance, and low operational costs.

Q8 CORONADO is a fully automated metal analyser. Just enter the sample, register on the touchscreen and the system starts. Sample preparation, transportation within the system, spectrometrical analysis, archiving of samples, communication of results; all this is part of the complete process within Q8 CORONADO.

Even self-control functions including the analysis of monitor samples in intervals and standardisation if necessary, are covered by the system. This helps to reduce sample turnaround times and ensures consistent analytical quality.

Q8 CORONADO is available in different configurations for ferrous and non-ferrous applications.

High analytical performance is ensured by using flagship OE spectrometer Q8 MAGELLAN within the automation system.

The automatic analysis system Q8 CORONADO has been specially designed for the use in foundries and steel plants: from sample taking to results within a few moments! The analysis automation stands in close proximity to the furnace.

Q8 CORONADO - Analysis Automation for Foundries and Steel Plants

Automation

Container or laboratory setup
Main components: Q8 MAGELLAN spectrometer, robot cell with sample rack and sample entry/registration, sample preparation machine
Simple sample entry with touch screen registration
Pneumatic sample clamp with integrated circular electrode and spark stand cleaner
Optional sample marking station with dry ink
Optional visual surface check with CCD camera

Software

Included software packages: QMation; QMatrix & QMatrix Reg.
SQL Database application
Intuitive .Net-compliant GUI for simple operation and high availability

Robot Cell & Sample Rack

5 axis industrial robot
Transparent housing with controlled access thru security doors
Colored status lamp on top and virtually in QMation
Sample entry station with IP 65 touch panel for customized sample registration
Park positions for system samples
Storage positions for production samples
Various drop-off positions for completed samples

Sample Preparation

Powerful four-wheel belt grinder
Quick belt change and fixture
Rapid grinding feature
Powerful dedusting system
Alternatively milling machine

Service Features

Extended self and remote diagnostics
Remote service capability for on-line troubleshooting
Optional 24/7 service hotline

Electrical Data

3 x 400 V, 50/60 Hz ~ 10 kW

Weights & Dimensions

1000 x 2200 x 3280 mm (W x H x D)
Weight ~ 2,1 t

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