Argon blowing control cabinet in the metal melting process

An argon blowing cabinet in the steel casting industry is used to enhance the metallurgical quality of molten steel. The technique involves injecting argon gas into the steel during the casting process, which helps to reduce impurities and improve metal properties.

Using argon in steel processing offers several benefits:

1.  Reduction of Inclusions: Argon helps to minimize the presence of non-metallic inclusions in steel, leading to improved purity and quality.
2. Enhanced Mixing: The introduction of argon promotes better mixing of molten steel, ensuring uniform composition and properties throughout the batch.
3.  Improved Fluidity: Argon can enhance the fluidity of molten steel, which is beneficial during casting, allowing for better filling of molds and reducing defects.
4. Deoxidation: Argon can assist in the deoxidation process, helping to remove oxygen from the molten steel, which can otherwise lead to oxidation and reduced quality.
5. Control of Temperature: The use of argon can help maintain the temperature of the molten steel, which is crucial for achieving desired mechanical properties.
6. Reduced Gas Porosity: By controlling the gas content in the steel, argon blowing can reduce the risk of gas porosity in the final product.
7. Improved Surface Quality: The use of argon can lead to a smoother surface finish on cast products, reducing the need for additional machining.
8. Cost-Effectiveness: While there is an initial investment in argon blowing equipment, the overall improvement in steel quality can lead to cost savings in terms of reduced scrap and rework.

These benefits make argon blowing a valuable technique in the steel casting industry, contributing to higher quality and more reliable steel products.

Several factors have been considered in the design of Alton Argon air control cabinet to ensure optimal performance and safety of the system. These factors include the following:

 1. Structural design:

• Use of materials resistant to heat and corrosion.
• Appropriate design to withstand argon gas pressure.

2. Control system:

• Using accurate sensors to measure temperature and pressure from reputable brands.
• Automatic control systems to adjust the flow of argon gas
• Using Siemens PLC as the main controller and the heart of the control system

 3. Safety:

• Installing safety systems to prevent gas leaks.
• Using alarms and extinguishing systems in case of danger.

4. Gas flow:

• Appropriate design of pipes and connections to prevent blockage and reduce pressure drop.
• Using filters to prevent suspended particles from entering the system.

5. The detection mechanism of blocking the path:

• At the beginning of each work cycle, you can fully automatically check the opening of the argon fluid passage using negative pressure reading technology.

6. Heat management:

• Designing cooling systems to prevent temperature increase in the cabinet.
• Use of suitable thermal insulation
• Designing the system in such a way that it is suitable for use in the environment adjacent to molten materials.

7. Testing and evaluation:

• Conducting the necessary tests to evaluate the performance of the system before launching.
• Checking and optimizing the design based on the results of the tests.

8. Maintenance and repairs:

• Cabinet design so that access to internal components is easy for maintenance.
• Planning for periodic maintenance and checking system performance