The efficient operation of the modern blast furnace requires a high degree of automation in conjunction with computerised monitoring and control systems.
For each Paul Wurth Technology / Equipment, we offer Level 1 Automation (PLC and HMI systems). A dedicated team of specialists has developed advanced process control for any specific process.

These control means are completed by Level-2 solutions (process models, expert systems and program tools), covering either the overall BF operation or specific parts of the ironmaking process (Cokemaking, Hot Stoves, BF charging,…). Paul Wurth’s integrated Level-2 solution for the Blast Furnace is known as the BFXpert™. This advanced process assistance system includes BF control and real time data analysis & process optimisation as well as deferred BF data analysis, allowing BF operators to optimise the hot metal production, to be assisted by a knowledge based system and to report performance indicators and production figures.

Paul Wurth’s SACHEM^®  Expert Operating Guidance System opts to be a key element of the package. It analyses the raw data to determine relevance and to advise the operator of remedial action. Based on operational know-how, this Intelligent Supervisory System will guide the operators in making the best decisions to keep all of the ironmaking process stable, efficient and in control.