Steel, aluminum & metals

Process control for steel, aluminum & metals

Non-contact, inline monitoring of length & speed

For rolling mills, casting lines, hot and cold applications, coating plants, whether tubes and pipes, long or flat metals, elongation or superior cut-to-length and process control - Contact us today!

Polytec stands as a trusted partner for steel, metal, and aluminum manufacturers, offering exceptional service, including a free 3-year warranty, a 24-hour exchange program, and comprehensive global support.

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Benefit from ProSpeed® optical sensors

Non-contact: no slippage, no wear for long-time accuracy
Large depth-of-field masters varying distances
Flexibility with up to 3m large stand-off distance
Laser measures accurately on all materials, also red-hot

Measure length and speed in steel industry without contact

ProSpeed is the reliable sensor technology for the steel, aluminum and metals industry: Whether sheet material or piece good, from length control of cut sheets to speed measurement for the regulation of roll gaps according to the mass flow principle until cut-to-length control in continuous casting.

Reliable sensor performance in harsh environments

Non-contact length and speed monitoring with laser precision in steel, aluminum and metals processes is the domain of ProSpeed® LSV laser optical sensors made in Germany. Designed to excel in the toughest environments, whether oily, dusty, or dirty, these sensors provide unmatched performance where traditional methods fail. LSV (short for Laser Surface Velocimeter) provide real-time process data for optimized machining, superior process control, and increased efficiency. No slippage, no wear, no damage to the produced material surface. Just accurate, reliable measurement. 

Contact us for custom sensor solutions, featuring adjustable stand-off distance and large depth of field, ensuring maximum flexibility: For hot applications, the umcompromising TPH Thermo-Protective Housing offers additional protection. For challenging environments, Polytec has elaborated a wide range of application-specific accessories, like air wipe, beam deflection, mounting and cooling plates - making any LSV sensor your custom measurement solution.

ProSpeed LSV optical sensors by Polytec come with a 3 year warranty
5-Strand billet caster with Polytec speed gauges in TPH Thermo-Protective Housing for process control of continuous casters
Speed measurement at the exit of an aluminum cold rolling mill for roll gap fine-adjustment using optical ProSpeed LSV sensors from Polytec
Cut-to-length control of torch/ flame cutter in casting line
Polytyec LSV laser sensor for stretch reduction in a steel pipe production line

35 years experience, 3 year warranty have got your back!

With over 35 years of experience in the industry and in laser-optical measurement technology, Polytec has always focused on reliability and accuracy in their length and speed gauges, covering the back of thousands of satisfied industrial customers worldwide. 

The included 3-year warranty, the 24-hour sensor exchange program and uncompromising support within the experienced PolyXperts network underline Polytec’s commitment. Read more about Polytec length & speed sensors or the complementing PolyXpert services.

Laser sensors for precise inline measurement in rolling mills, metal plants and casting lines

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