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1.

MEASURING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MEASURING THE TEMPERATURE OF A MOLTEN METAL BATH WITH AN OPTICAL DEVICE

      
Application Number 18685416
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-07-28
First Publication Date 2024-10-31
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Janssen, Gert
  • Van Vlierberghe, Michel
  • Vranckx, Luc

Abstract

The present invention relates to a measuring apparatus for measuring the temperature of a molten metal bath, comprising an optical device, a detecting means, a storing unit for the optical device, a rotatable support for the storing unit for the optical device, a moving means, a straightening means, a housing and a guiding system connected to the housing. The housing encloses the detecting means, the storing unit for the optical device, the rotatable support for the storing unit of the optical device, the moving means, and the straightening means. The moving means is adapted to feed and retract the optical device and comprises at least one motor for forward and backward driving the rotatable support for the storing unit for the optical device and a feeding means for feeding the optical device driven by at least one motor for forward and backward driving.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 11/32 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or using changes in transmittance, scattering or luminescence in optical fibres
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations

2.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING A TEMPERATURE VALUE OF A MOLTEN METAL BATH

      
Application Number 18264371
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-02-07
First Publication Date 2024-03-28
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Van Vlierberghe, Michel
  • Janssen, Gert
  • Neyens, Guido

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and a system for determining a temperature value of a molten metal bath. The method according to the invention has been proven to be especially suitable for installations of metallurgical vessels which are constantly moved during the metal making process.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry
  • G01J 5/0821 - Optical fibres

3.

NITE-VISION

      
Serial Number 98469997
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-03-27
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 38 - Telecommunications services
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Provision of internet access to content, websites and portals; Providing user access to computer programs in data networks; Provision of access to sites on an electronic information network; Provision of access to data or documents stored electronically in central files for remote consultation; Electronic transmission of information; Electronic transmission and retransmission of sounds, images, documents, messages and data; Transmission of information by data communications for assisting decision-making Application software for cloud computing services, namely, downloadable software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications for use in cloud computing; Downloadable cloud computing software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Cloud server software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Cloud computer servers; Process controlling software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Electronic control systems, namely, probes and samplers for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Mobile app for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Software, namely, downloadable software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Software, namely, downloadable software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Software, namely, downloadable software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data for process control and support of metallurgical applications; Embedded software, namely, downloadable software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Downloadable computer programs for data processing; Downloadable computer programs for data processing, especially for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data; Computer programs for data processing, namely, downloadable software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Interactive software, namely, downloadable software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Production support software, namely, downloadable software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Software for monitoring, analyzing, controlling and running physical world operations, namely, downloadable software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications]; Industrial automation software, namely, downloadable software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Industrial process control software, namely, downloadable software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Measuring, detecting, monitoring and controlling devices for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Measuring, detecting, monitoring and controlling devices, namely, sensors and probes for metallurgical applications; Physical analysis apparatus, namely, sensors, probes and measuring equipment for metallurgical applications; Spectrometers; Spectrometers, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples Data mining; Consultancy services relating to quality control in the field of sensor data and process control and support for industrial applications; Advisory services relating to material testing; Providing quality assurance services in the field of sensor data and process control and support for industrial applications; Process monitoring for quality assurance; Science and technology services namely, receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and process control and support for industrial applications; Advisory services relating to the use of energy, namely, [specify services]; Advisory services relating to energy efficiency; Providing information about industrial analysis and research services; Providing online information about industrial analysis and research services; Computer aided industrial analysis services; Providing temporary use of non-downloadable web-based applications for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Providing temporary use of non-downloadable web based software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Hosting services, software as a service, and rental of software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Providing temporary use of online non-downloadable computer software for collecting, analyzing and organizing data in the field of deep learning; Providing non-downloadable artificial intelligence computer programs for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications on data networks; Computer services concerning electronic data storage; Hosting of computerized data, files, applications and information; Platform as a service; Platforms for artificial intelligence as software as a service for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Software as a service namely, providing online software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Software as a service featuring online, non-downloadable software for deep learning; Software as a service featuring software for use in the field of machine learning; Software as a service services featuring software for machine learning, deep learning and deep neural networks; Software as a service featuring software for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; IT services, namely, receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Engineering consultancy services; Engineering and computer-aided engineering services; Design and development of computer software for process control; Programming of electronic control systems; Programming of computer software for evaluation and calculation of data; Design and development of software in the field of mobile applications; Measurement evaluation services; Technical data analysis services; Computer services for the analysis of data; Working on and evaluation of chemical analyses; Cloud computing for receiving, analyzing and visualizing sensor data, and for process control and support for industrial applications; Cloud storage services for electronic files; Cloud hosting provider services; Cloud-based data protection services

4.

ALULAB

      
Serial Number 98422584
Status Registered
Filing Date 2024-02-27
Registration Date 2025-02-04
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments, namely, sensors, thermocouples, immersion probes, samplers and corresponding measurement instruments for insertion into molten metal to measure temperature and to analyze elemental content; Physical analysis apparatus, namely, indicators and analytical instruments, especially immersion probes, samplers and corresponding measuring instrument for the analysis of molten metal; Spectrometers; Spectrometers, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples

5.

Nite-Vision

      
Application Number 231185400
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-22
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 35 - Advertising and business services
  • 38 - Telecommunications services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

(1) Application software for cloud computing services; Downloadable cloud computing software; Cloud server software; Cloud servers; Process controlling software; Electronic control systems; Mobile apps; Software; Software, especially for receiving, analyzing and visualising sensor data; Software, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Software, especially for process control and support of metallurgical applications; Downloadable software; Downloadable software, especially for receiving, analyzing and visualising sensor data; Downloadable software, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Embedded software; Embedded software, especially for receiving, analyzing and visualising sensor data; Embedded software, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Computer programmes for data processing; Computer programmes for data processing, especially for receiving, analyzing and visualising sensor data; Computer programmes for data processing, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Interactive software; Interactive software, especially for receiving, analyzing and visualising sensor data; Interactive software, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Production support software; Software for monitoring, analysing, controlling and running physical world operations; Software for monitoring, analysing, controlling and running physical world operations, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Industrial automation software; Industrial automation software, especially for receiving, analyzing and visualising sensor data; Industrial automation software, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Industrial process control software; Measuring, detecting, monitoring and controlling devices; Measuring, detecting, monitoring and controlling devices, especially for metallurgical applications; Measuring apparatus and instruments; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially for metallurgical applications; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes]; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes], especially for metallurgical applications; Spectrometers; Spectrometers, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples. (1) Provision of access to content, websites and portals; Providing user access to computer programmes in data networks; Provision of access to sites on an electronic information network; Provision of access to data or documents stored electronically in central files for remote consultation; Electronic transmission of information (Services for the -); Electronic transmission and retransmission of sounds, images, documents, messages and data; Transmission of information by data communications for assisting decision making. (2) Data mining; Consultancy services relating to quality control; Advisory services relating to material testing; Providing quality assurance services; Process monitoring for quality assurance; Science and technology services; Advisory services relating to the use of energy; Advisory services relating to energy efficiency; Providing information about industrial analysis and research services; Providing online information about industrial analysis and research services; Computer aided industrial analysis services; Providing temporary use of web-based applications; Providing temporary use of web-based software; Hosting services, software as a service [SaaS], and rental of software; Providing temporary use of online non-downloadable computer software for collecting, analyzing and organizing data in the field of deep learning; Providing artificial intelligence computer programs on data networks; Computer services concerning electronic data storage; Hosting of computerized data, files, applications and information; Platform as a service [PaaS]; Platforms for artificial intelligence as software as a service [SaaS]; Software as a service [SaaS]; Software as a service [SaaS] featuring software for deep learning; Software as a service [SaaS] featuring software for machine learning; Software as a service [SaaS] services featuring software for machine learning, deep learning and deep neural networks; Software as a service [SaaS] featuring software for deep neural networks; IT services; Engineering consultancy services; Engineering and computer-aided engineering services; Design and development of computer software for process control; Programming of electronic control systems; Programming of computer software for evaluation and calculation of data; Design and development of software in the field of mobile applications; Measurement evaluation services; Technical data analysis services; Computer services for the analysis of data; Working on and evaluation of chemical analyses; Cloud computing; Cloud storage services for electronic files; Cloud hosting provider services; Cloud-based data protection services.

6.

AluLab

      
Application Number 231185500
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-22
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Measuring apparatus and instruments; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially for molten metal; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially immersion probes, samplers and corresponding measuring instrument; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes]; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes], especially for molten metal; Physical analysis apparatus, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes], especially immersion probes, samplers and corresponding measuring instruments; Spectrometers; Spectrometers, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples.

7.

Nite-Vision

      
Application Number 018982645
Status Registered
Filing Date 2024-02-05
Registration Date 2024-06-27
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 38 - Telecommunications services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Application software for cloud computing services; Downloadable cloud computing software; Cloud server software; Cloud servers; Process controlling software; Electronic control systems; Mobile apps; Software; Software, especially for receiving, analyzing and visualising sensor data; Software, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Software, especially for process control and support of metallurgical applications; Downloadable software; Downloadable software, especially for receiving, analyzing and visualising sensor data; Downloadable software, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Embedded software; Embedded software, especially for receiving, analyzing and visualising sensor data; Embedded software, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Computer programmes for data processing; Computer programmes for data processing, especially for receiving, analyzing and visualising sensor data; Computer programmes for data processing, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Interactive software; Interactive software, especially for receiving, analyzing and visualising sensor data; Interactive software, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Production support software; Software for monitoring, analysing, controlling and running physical world operations; Software for monitoring, analysing, controlling and running physical world operations, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Industrial automation software; Industrial automation software, especially for receiving, analyzing and visualising sensor data; Industrial automation software, especially for process control and support of industrial applications; Industrial process control software; Measuring, detecting, monitoring and controlling devices; Measuring, detecting, monitoring and controlling devices, especially for metallurgical applications; Measuring apparatus and instruments; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially for metallurgical applications; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes]; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes], especially for metallurgical applications; Spectrometers; Spectrometers, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples. Provision of access to content, websites and portals; Providing user access to computer programmes in data networks; Provision of access to sites on an electronic information network; Provision of access to data or documents stored electronically in central files for remote consultation; Electronic transmission of information (Services for the -); Electronic transmission and retransmission of sounds, images, documents, messages and data; Transmission of information by data communications for assisting decision making. Data mining; Consultancy services relating to quality control; Advisory services relating to material testing; Providing quality assurance services; Process monitoring for quality assurance; Science and technology services; Advisory services relating to the use of energy; Advisory services relating to energy efficiency; Providing information about industrial analysis and research services; Providing online information about industrial analysis and research services; Computer aided industrial analysis services; Providing temporary use of web-based applications; Providing temporary use of web-based software; Hosting services, software as a service [SaaS], and rental of software; Providing temporary use of online non-downloadable computer software for collecting, analyzing and organizing data in the field of deep learning; Providing artificial intelligence computer programs on data networks; Computer services concerning electronic data storage; Hosting of computerized data, files, applications and information; Platform as a service [PaaS]; Platforms for artificial intelligence as software as a service [SaaS]; Software as a service [SaaS]; Software as a service [SaaS] featuring software for deep learning; Software as a service [SaaS] featuring software for machine learning; Software as a service [SaaS] services featuring software for machine learning, deep learning and deep neural networks; Software as a service [SaaS] featuring software for deep neural networks; IT services; Engineering consultancy services; Engineering and computer-aided engineering services; Design and development of computer software for process control; Programming of electronic control systems; Programming of computer software for evaluation and calculation of data; Design and development of software in the field of mobile applications; Measurement evaluation services; Technical data analysis services; Computer services for the analysis of data; Working on and evaluation of chemical analyses; Cloud computing; Cloud storage services for electronic files; Cloud hosting provider services; Cloud-based data protection services.

8.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING A TEMPERATURE VALUE OF A MOLTEN METAL BATH

      
Application Number 18254768
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-01
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor Van Vlierberghe, Michel

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and a system for determining a temperature value of a molten metal bath. The method according to the invention has been proven to be especially suitable for repeated determinations of temperature values; i.e. the method allows for multiple measurements with repeatedly newly generated leading tips of the optical cored wire.

IPC Classes  ?

9.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING A SERIES OF TEMPERATURE VALUES OF A MOLTEN METAL BATH

      
Application Number 18254780
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-01
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor Van Vlierberghe, Michel

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and a system for determining a series of at least two temperature values of a molten metal bath with a device comprising an optical cored wire and a detector. The method according to the invention has been proven to be especially suitable for multiple repeated measurements, wherein the temperature of the molten metal bath changes between the measurements.

IPC Classes  ?

10.

AluLab

      
Application Number 018976718
Status Registered
Filing Date 2024-01-22
Registration Date 2024-06-14
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially for molten metal; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially immersion probes, samplers and corresponding measuring instrument; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes]; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes], especially for molten metal; Physical analysis apparatus, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes], especially immersion probes, samplers and corresponding measuring instruments; Spectrometers; Spectrometers, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples.

11.

QUSAL

      
Serial Number 98354350
Status Registered
Filing Date 2024-01-12
Registration Date 2025-02-04
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments, namely, sensors, thermocouples, immersion probes, samplers and corresponding measurement instruments for insertion into molten metal to measure temperature and to analyze elemental content; Physical analysis apparatus, namely, indicators and analytical instruments, especially immersion probes, samplers and corresponding measuring instrument for the analysis of molten metal; Spectrometers; Spectrometers, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples

12.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING A SERIES OF TEMPERATURE VALUES OF A MOLTEN METAL BATH

      
Application Number 18254815
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-01
First Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Van Vlierberghe, Michel
  • Neyens, Guido

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and a system for determining a series of at least two temperature values of a molten metal bath with a device comprising an optical cored wire and a detector. The method according to the invention has been proven to be especially suitable for multiple repeated measurements, wherein a final end temperature of the molten metal bath shall be reached.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 11/32 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or using changes in transmittance, scattering or luminescence in optical fibres

13.

QUSAL

      
Application Number 230016100
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-20
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Measuring apparatus and instruments; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially for molten metal; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially immersion probes, samplers and corresponding measuring instrument; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes]; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes], especially for molten metal; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes], especially immersion probes, samplers and corresponding measuring instrument; Spectrometers; Spectrometers, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples.

14.

DEVICE AND SYSTEM FOR MEASURING A TEMPERATURE OF A MOLTEN METAL

      
Application Number 18041608
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-07-05
First Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Hallam, Christopher
  • Lee, Mark
  • Prodger, Ross
  • Turner, Paul A.

Abstract

The invention relates to a device and method for measuring a temperature of a molten metal bath. The device according to the present invention comprises a cored wire and a detector. The cored wire comprises an optical fiber, a first metal tube, a filler layer of an organic material and a second metal tube accommodating the filler layer.

IPC Classes  ?

15.

QUSAL

      
Application Number 018935374
Status Registered
Filing Date 2023-10-10
Registration Date 2024-03-06
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially for molten metal; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples; Measuring apparatus and instruments, especially immersion probes, samplers and corresponding measuring instrument; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes]; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes], especially for molten metal; Physical analysis apparatus [other than for medical purposes], especially immersion probes, samplers and corresponding measuring instrument; Spectrometers; Spectrometers, especially for analyzing the elemental composition of samples.

16.

EXCHANGEABLE SPARK UNIT, SYSTEM AND CALIBRATION METHOD

      
Application Number EP2023051368
Publication Number 2023/156131
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-20
Publication Date 2023-08-24
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Vranckx, Luc
  • Verhoeven, Jean-Paul
  • Kodach, Vitali

Abstract

The invention relates to an exchangeable spark unit for an optical emission spectrometer, a system for analyzing a sample using optical emission spectrometry and a method for calibrating an exchangeable spark unit. An exchangeable spark unit (10) for an optical emission spectrometer (12) comprises a sample carrier (20) defining a sample plane (22) for positioning a sample to be analyzed, said sample carrier (20) having an aperture (24), and an electrode (26) arranged in a distance (D) to the sample plane (22) in the region of the aperture (24) such that a spark can be generated between the electrode (26) and a sample positioned in the sample plane (22) for emitting light. The exchangeable spark unit (10) further comprises a coupling interface (30) for mechanically coupling the exchangeable spark unit (10) with the optical emission spectrometer (12) and an optical component (44) for influencing the emitted light.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/67 - Systems in which the material investigated is excited whereby it emits light or causes a change in wavelength of the incident light electrically excited, e.g. electroluminescence using electric arcs or discharges
  • G01N 21/69 - Systems in which the material investigated is excited whereby it emits light or causes a change in wavelength of the incident light electrically excited, e.g. electroluminescence specially adapted for fluids

17.

IMPROVED SAMPLE CHAMBER FOR MOLTEN METAL

      
Application Number EP2023050261
Publication Number 2023/138925
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-09
Publication Date 2023-07-27
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Neyens, Guido
  • Mingneau, Frank

Abstract

The present invention relates to a sample chamber for taking samples from a molten metal bath, particularly from a molten steel bath or molten iron bath. The sample chamber comprises a flat cover plate and a housing, wherein the flat cover plate and the housing are configured to be assembled together along an analysis plane AP to form a sample cavity. The housing comprises an immersion face and an opposing end face, a top face and a bottom face. The housing comprises a first opening in the immersion face, and a second opening in another face. The top face has at least one indentation, comprising a distribution segment, a ventilation segment and an analysis segment and wherein the analysis segment is bounded by the analysis plane AP. The distribution segment and the ventilation segment are arranged below the analysis segment in a direction from the top face to an opposite face of the housing and the maximum and the minimum cross-sectional area of the analysis segment perpendicular to a central longitudinal axis X of the housing do not deviate from each other by more than 20 %. The invention further relates to a sampler, comprising the sample chamber according to the invention and a carrier tube adapted to accommodate at least parts of the sample chamber.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • G01N 33/205 - Metals in liquid state, e.g. molten metals
  • G01N 21/69 - Systems in which the material investigated is excited whereby it emits light or causes a change in wavelength of the incident light electrically excited, e.g. electroluminescence specially adapted for fluids

18.

Molten metal samplers for high and low oxygen applications

      
Application Number 18160436
Grant Number 11988581
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-27
First Publication Date 2023-06-01
Grant Date 2024-05-21
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Doets, Jan
  • Neyens, Guy
  • Vaes, Hilaire
  • Mingneau, Frank
  • Beyens, Dries

Abstract

A sampler for taking samples from a molten metal bath includes a carrier tube having an immersion end; sample chamber assembly comprising a cover plate and a housing, wherein the housing comprises an immersion end having an opening; an inflow conduit having a first end for receiving molten metal and a second end, opposite the first end, wherein the second end is in communication with the opening, and the opening is configured to receive the molten metal from the inflow conduit; a measuring head, wherein the sample chamber and the second end of the inflow conduit are at least partly arranged in the measuring head; and a metal bushing, wherein the metal bushing coupling the inflow conduit to the sample chamber.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • F16L 9/00 - Rigid pipes
  • G01N 1/20 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the liquid or fluent state for flowing or falling materials
  • G01N 33/2028 - Metallic constituents
  • G01N 33/204 - Structure thereof, e.g. crystal structure
  • G01N 1/00 - SamplingPreparing specimens for investigation

19.

MEASURING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MEASURING THE TEMPERATURE OF A MOLTEN METAL BATH WITH AN OPTICAL DEVICE

      
Application Number EP2022071185
Publication Number 2023/025505
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-07-28
Publication Date 2023-03-02
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Janssen, Gert
  • Van Vlierberghe, Michel
  • Vranckx, Luc

Abstract

The present invention relates to a measuring apparatus for measuring the temperature of a molten metal bath, comprising an optical device, a detecting means, a storing unit for the optical device, a rotatable support for the storing unit for the optical device, a moving means, a straightening means, a housing and a guiding system connected to the housing. The housing encloses the detecting means, the storing unit for the optical device, the rotatable support for the storing unit of the optical device, the moving means, and the straightening means. The moving means is adapted to feed and retract the optical device and comprises at least one motor for forward and backward driving the rotatable support for the storing unit for the optical device and a feeding means for feeding the optical device driven by at least one motor for forward and backward driving. The invention also relates to a method using a corresponding measuring apparatus for measuring the temperature of a molten metal bath.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/10 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing chemical attack
  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G02B 6/00 - Light guidesStructural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings
  • G01K 1/12 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing damage due to heat overloading
  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

20.

MEASURING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MEASURING THE TEMPERATURE OF A MOLTEN METAL BATH WITH AN OPTICAL DEVICE

      
Document Number 03229841
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-07-28
Open to Public Date 2023-03-02
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Janssen, Gert
  • Van Vlierberghe, Michel
  • Vranckx, Luc

Abstract

The present invention relates to a measuring apparatus for measuring the temperature of a molten metal bath, comprising an optical device, a detecting means, a storing unit for the optical device, a rotatable support for the storing unit for the optical device, a moving means, a straightening means, a housing and a guiding system connected to the housing. The housing encloses the detecting means, the storing unit for the optical device, the rotatable support for the storing unit of the optical device, the moving means, and the straightening means. The moving means is adapted to feed and retract the optical device and comprises at least one motor for forward and backward driving the rotatable support for the storing unit for the optical device and a feeding means for feeding the optical device driven by at least one motor for forward and backward driving. The invention also relates to a method using a corresponding measuring apparatus for measuring the temperature of a molten metal bath.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/10 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing chemical attack
  • G01K 1/12 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing damage due to heat overloading

21.

Disc-shaped sample chamber and probe including the same

      
Application Number 17757867
Grant Number 11913858
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-11
First Publication Date 2023-01-26
Grant Date 2024-02-27
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Baik, Bong-Ki
  • Jung, Young-Jin
  • Kim, Cheol-Jung

Abstract

Disclosed is a disc-shaped sample chamber for collecting molten metal, the chamber comprising: a chamber body having a left body and a right body bonded to each other to define a disc-shaped sample space therebetween; an inlet extending upward from the chamber body and connecting the sample space with the outside; and a welded bonding portion disposed on at least one lateral face of the chamber body for bonding the left body and the right body to each other. Further, a probe having the chamber is disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

22.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING A TEMPERATURE VALUE OF A MOLTEN METAL BATH

      
Application Number EP2022052857
Publication Number 2022/171562
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-07
Publication Date 2022-08-18
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Van Vlierberghe, Michel
  • Janssen, Gert
  • Neyens, Guido

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and a system for determining a temperature value of a molten metal bath. The method according to the invention has been proven to be especially suitable for installations of metallurgical vessels which are constantly moved during the metal making process.

IPC Classes  ?

23.

Immersion device for temperature measurement and method for position detection

      
Application Number 17649152
Grant Number 12123780
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-01-27
First Publication Date 2022-08-04
Grant Date 2024-10-22
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Van Vlierberghe, Michel
  • Neyens, Guido

Abstract

The invention relates to an immersion device and a method for detecting a position of an optical cored wire using an immersion device. An immersion device for measuring a temperature of a metal melt inside an electric arc furnace vessel with an optical cored wire comprises a blowing lance for blowing purge gas into an entry point to the vessel and a detecting means for detecting a position of the optical cored wire. The optical cored wire can be moved in a feeding channel and/or in the blowing lance relative to the entry point. The detecting means is configured to detect the presence of the optical cored wire in or close to the blowing lance. This enables short distances between the leading end of the fiber and the melt and, thus, short time intervals between temperature measurement sequences.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01J 5/10 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry using electric radiation detectors
  • F27B 3/22 - Arrangements of air or gas supply devices
  • F27B 3/28 - Arrangement of controlling, monitoring, alarm or like devices
  • G01D 5/20 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying inductance, e.g. by a movable armature
  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry

24.

IMMERSION DEVICE FOR TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT AND METHOD FOR POSITION DETECTION

      
Document Number 03146714
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-01-26
Open to Public Date 2022-08-01
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Van Vlierberghe, Michel
  • Neyens, Guido

Abstract

The invention relates to an immersion device and a method for detecting a position of an optical cored wire using an immersion device. An immersion device (10) for measuring a temperature of a metal melt (64) inside an electric arc furnace (60) vessel (62) with an optical cored wire (50) comprises a blowing lance (28) for blowing purge gas into an entry point to the vessel (62) and a detecting means for detecting a position of the optical cored wire (50). The optical cored wire (50) can be moved in a feeding channel (20) and/or in the blowing lance (28) relative to the entry point. The detecting means is configured to detect the presence of the optical cored wire (50) in or close to the blowing lance (28). This enables short distances between the leading end of the fiber and the melt and, thus, short time intervals between temperature measurement sequences.

IPC Classes  ?

25.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING A SERIES OF TEMPERATURE VALUES OF A MOLTEN METAL BATH

      
Document Number 03201221
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-12-01
Open to Public Date 2022-06-09
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor Van Vlierberghe, Michel

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and a system for determining a series of at least two temperature values of a molten metal bath with a device comprising an optical cored wire and a detector. The method according to the invention has been proven to be especially suitable for multiple repeated measurements, wherein the temperature of the molten metal bath changes between the measurements.

IPC Classes  ?

26.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING A TEMPERATURE VALUE OF A MOLTEN METAL BATH

      
Application Number EP2021083731
Publication Number 2022/117627
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-01
Publication Date 2022-06-09
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor Van Vlierberghe, Michel

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and a system for determining a temperature value of a molten metal bath. The method according to the invention has been proven to be especially suitable for repeated determinations of temperature values; i.e. the method allows for multiple measurements with repeatedly newly generated leading tips of the optical cored wire.

IPC Classes  ?

27.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING A SERIES OF TEMPERATURE VALUES OF A MOLTEN METAL BATH

      
Application Number EP2021083733
Publication Number 2022/117628
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-01
Publication Date 2022-06-09
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor Van Vlierberghe, Michel

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and a system for determining a series of at least two temperature values of a molten metal bath with a device comprising an optical cored wire and a detector. The method according to the invention has been proven to be especially suitable for multiple repeated measurements, wherein the temperature of the molten metal bath changes between the measurements.

IPC Classes  ?

28.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING A SERIES OF TEMPERATURE VALUES OF A MOLTEN METAL BATH

      
Application Number EP2021083734
Publication Number 2022/117629
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-01
Publication Date 2022-06-09
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Van Vlierberghe, Michel
  • Neyens, Guido

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and a system for determining a series of at least two temperature values of a molten metal bath with a device comprising an optical cored wire and a detector. The method according to the invention has been proven to be especially suitable for multiple repeated measurements, wherein a final end temperature of the molten metal bath shall be reached.

IPC Classes  ?

29.

DEVICE AND SYSTEM FOR MEASURING A TEMPERATURE OF A MOLTEN METAL

      
Application Number EP2021068543
Publication Number 2022/037839
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-05
Publication Date 2022-02-24
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Hallam, Christopher
  • Lee, Mark
  • Prodger, Ross
  • Turner, Paul A.

Abstract

The invention relates to a device and method for measuring a temperature of a molten metal bath. The device according to the present invention comprises a cored wire and a detector. The cored wire comprises an optical fiber, a first metal tube, a filler layer of an organic material and a second metal tube accommodating the filler layer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry
  • G01J 5/04 - Casings
  • G01J 5/08 - Optical arrangements
  • B22D 2/00 - Arrangement of indicating or measuring devices, e.g. for temperature or viscosity of the fused mass

30.

Device and method for measuring a temperature of a molten metal

      
Application Number 17303174
Grant Number 11959813
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-05-21
First Publication Date 2021-12-23
Grant Date 2024-04-16
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Neyens, Guido
  • Radelet, Christiaan
  • Indeherberge, Marc
  • Stevens, Frank

Abstract

a plurality of separating elements comprising more than two separating elements arranged in the tube spaced apart from each other, and forming at least one compartment between two of the more than two separating elements. The invention also relates to a system and method for measuring a temperature of a molten metal bath.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes
  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow
  • C21C 5/52 - Manufacture of steel in electric furnaces

31.

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MEASURING A TEMPERATURE OF A MOLTEN METAL

      
Document Number 03116359
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-27
Open to Public Date 2021-12-22
Grant Date 2023-08-01
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Neyens, Guido
  • Radelet, Christiaan
  • Indeherberge, Marc
  • Stevens, Frank

Abstract

A device for measuring a temperature of a molten metal bath, comprising: an optical cored wire; a tube, wherein the optical cored wire is at least partly arranged in the tube, wherein the tube has an outer diameter in the range of 4 mm to 8 mm, and a wall-thickness in the range of 0.2 mm to 0.5 mm; and a plurality of separating elements comprising more than two separating elements arranged in the tube spaced apart from each other, and forming at least one compartment between two of the more than two separating elements. The invention also relates to a system and method for measuring a temperature of a molten metal bath.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 11/32 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or using changes in transmittance, scattering or luminescence in optical fibres
  • C21B 11/10 - Making pig-iron other than in blast furnaces in electric furnaces
  • C21B 13/12 - Making spongy iron or liquid steel, by direct processes in electric furnaces
  • C21C 5/52 - Manufacture of steel in electric furnaces

32.

Molten metal sampler

      
Application Number 17444937
Grant Number 11660594
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-12
First Publication Date 2021-12-02
Grant Date 2023-05-30
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Doets, Jan
  • Neyens, Guy
  • Beyens, Dries
  • Verhoeven, Jean-Paul
  • Potargent, Arne

Abstract

wherein the first and second openings are spaced apart from the first plane. a sample chamber assembly arranged on the immersion end of the carrier tube, the sample chamber assembly comprising a cover plate and a housing, wherein the cover plate comprising a sealing member configured to provide a substantially gas tight seal between the cover plate and the housing, wherein the sealing member consist of an essentially non-contaminating material for the samples in the sample chamber.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • B01L 3/00 - Containers or dishes for laboratory use, e.g. laboratory glasswareDroppers
  • B22D 2/00 - Arrangement of indicating or measuring devices, e.g. for temperature or viscosity of the fused mass
  • B22C 9/02 - Sand moulds or like moulds for shaped castings
  • B22D 23/04 - Casting by dipping

33.

Method and apparatus for monitoring a continuous steel casting process

      
Application Number 16963415
Grant Number 11673187
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-12-19
First Publication Date 2021-11-25
Grant Date 2023-06-13
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Hale, Ben
  • Hughes-Narborough, Philip
  • Lee, Mark
  • Pagden, Stephen

Abstract

A method, an apparatus and a computer readable-medium for monitoring a continuous steel casting process where molten steel is poured from a ladle into a tundish to be transferred through an exit nozzle into a mold. The method includes obtaining a critical superheat temperature value for the molten steel; measuring temperature values of the molten steel over a time period; determining superheat temperature values corresponding to the measured temperature values by comparing the measured temperature values with a liquidus temperature of the molten steel; and predicting a forecast time instance when the critical superheat temperature value is reached.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 11/18 - Controlling or regulating processes or operations for pouring

34.

Chameleon

      
Application Number 1601079
Status Registered
Filing Date 2021-04-16
Registration Date 2021-04-16
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; measuring apparatus and instruments for measuring temperature; measuring apparatus and instruments for measuring temperature, especially for molten metal; optical apparatus and instruments for measuring temperature; thermometer [not for medical purposes]; thermometer [not for medical purposes], especially for molten metal; pyrometer; pyrometer, especially for molten metal.

35.

DISC-SHAPED SAMPLE CHAMBER AND PROBE INCLUDING THE SAME

      
Application Number EP2020085668
Publication Number 2021/130027
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-11
Publication Date 2021-07-01
Owner
  • HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
  • WOOJIN ELECTRO-NITE INC. (Republic of Korea)
Inventor
  • Baik, Bong-Ki
  • Jung, Young-Jin
  • Kim, Cheol-Jung

Abstract

Disclosed is a disc-shaped sample chamber for collecting molten metal, the chamber comprising: a chamber body having a left body and a right body bonded to each other to define a disc-shaped sample space therebetween; an inlet extending upward from the chamber body and connecting the sample space with the outside; and a welded bonding portion disposed on at least one lateral face of the chamber body for bonding the left body and the right body to each other. Further, a probe having the chamber is disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

36.

Chameleon

      
Application Number 211930900
Status Registered
Filing Date 2021-04-16
Registration Date 2024-04-04
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Measuring apparatus and instruments for measuring temperature, namely temperature sensors, temperature transmitters, temperature indicators, temperature gauges and displays, temperature meters and monitors for industrial purposes; measuring apparatus and instruments for measuring temperature, especially for molten metal; optical apparatus and instruments for measuring temperature, namely fibre-optic temperature sensors and transmitters, fibre-optic temperature indicators, fibre-optic temperature gauges and displays, fibre-optic temperature meters and monitors for industrial purposes; thermometers for industrial purposes; thermometer [not for medical purposes], especially for molten metal; pyrometer; pyrometer, especially for molten metal

37.

Chameleon

      
Application Number 018435451
Status Registered
Filing Date 2021-03-24
Registration Date 2022-02-08
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Measuring apparatus and instruments for measuring temperature; Measuring apparatus and instruments for measuring temperature, especially for molten metal; Optical apparatus and instruments for measuring temperature; Thermometer [not for medical purposes]; Thermometer [not for medical purposes], especially for molten metal; Pyrometer; Pyrometer, especially for molten metal.

38.

CHAMELEON

      
Serial Number 90600092
Status Registered
Filing Date 2021-03-24
Registration Date 2022-07-12
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments for measuring temperature; Measuring apparatus and instruments for measuring temperature, especially for molten metal; Optical measuring apparatus and instruments for measuring temperature in molten metals; Thermometer, not for medical purposes; Thermometer, not for medical purposes, especially for molten metal; Pyrometer; Pyrometer, especially for molten metal

39.

Method and apparatus for demolding and analyzing a direct analysis sample

      
Application Number 16776219
Grant Number 11662277
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-01-29
First Publication Date 2020-08-13
Grant Date 2023-05-30
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Cuypers, Jan
  • Verhoeven, Jean-Paul

Abstract

transporting means adapted to hold and transport the sample housing at least between a sample demolding position, where the closing means is removed by the demolding means, and a sample analysis position, where the analysis surface of the sample is analyzed by the analyzing means, and wherein the sample demolding position and the sample analysis position are different from each other. The invention also relates to a system and method for demolding and analyzing a direct analysis sample.

IPC Classes  ?

40.

FIT-TEMP

      
Serial Number 88925604
Status Registered
Filing Date 2020-05-20
Registration Date 2021-04-20
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus for measuring temperature in molten metal

41.

Molten metal samplers for high and low oxygen applications

      
Application Number 16434901
Grant Number 11592363
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-07
First Publication Date 2019-12-12
Grant Date 2023-02-28
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Doets, Jan
  • Neyens, Guy
  • Vaes, Hilaire
  • Mingneau, Frank
  • Beyens, Dries

Abstract

The present invention relates to a sampler for taking samples from a molten metal bath, particularly a molten steel bath, the sampler comprising: a carrier tube having an immersion end; a sample chamber assembly arranged on the immersion end of the carrier tube, the sample chamber assembly comprising a cover plate and a housing, wherein the housing comprises an immersion end having an opening; an inflow conduit having a first end for receiving molten metal and a second end, opposite the first end, wherein the second end is in communication with the opening, wherein the opening is configured to receive the molten metal from the inflow conduit; a measuring head, wherein the sample chamber and the second end of the inflow conduit are at least partly arranged in the measuring head; and a metal bushing, wherein the metal bushing coupling the inflow conduit to the sample chamber.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • G01N 33/2028 - Metallic constituents
  • G01N 33/204 - Structure thereof, e.g. crystal structure
  • F16L 9/00 - Rigid pipes
  • G01N 1/20 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the liquid or fluent state for flowing or falling materials
  • G01N 1/00 - SamplingPreparing specimens for investigation

42.

Molten metal sampler

      
Application Number 16434850
Grant Number 11117127
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-07
First Publication Date 2019-12-12
Grant Date 2021-09-14
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INIERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Doets, Jan
  • Neyens, Guy
  • Beyens, Dries
  • Verhoeven, Jean-Paul
  • Potargent, Arne

Abstract

wherein the first and second openings are spaced apart from the first plane. The invention also relates to a sampler for taking samples from a molten metal bath, particularly a molten iron.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • B01L 3/00 - Containers or dishes for laboratory use, e.g. laboratory glasswareDroppers
  • B22D 2/00 - Arrangement of indicating or measuring devices, e.g. for temperature or viscosity of the fused mass
  • B22C 9/02 - Sand moulds or like moulds for shaped castings
  • B22D 23/04 - Casting by dipping

43.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MONITORING A CONTINUOUS STEEL CASTING PROCESS

      
Application Number EP2018085874
Publication Number 2019/166121
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-12-19
Publication Date 2019-09-06
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Hale, Ben
  • Hughes-Narborough, Philip
  • Lee, Mark
  • Pagden, Stephen

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for monitoring a continuous steel casting process where molten steel is poured from a ladle into a tundish to be transferred through an exit nozzle into a mold, comprising the steps: obtaining (1010) a critical superheat temperature value for the molten steel; measuring (1020) temperature values of the molten steel over a time period; determining (1030) superheat temperature values corresponding to the measured temperature values by comparing the measured temperature values with a liquidus temperature of the molten steel; and predicting (1040) a forecast time instance when the critical superheat temperature value is reached. The invention also relates to an apparatus and to a computer- readable medium.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 11/18 - Controlling or regulating processes or operations for pouring
  • B29C 39/44 - Measuring, controlling or regulating

44.

Convolute tube

      
Application Number 16314520
Grant Number 10836131
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-25
First Publication Date 2019-08-29
Grant Date 2020-11-17
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Spanjers, Maarten
  • Siemons, Wouter

Abstract

A convolutely wound tube (1) is formed of a composite sheet including a first sheet (6) and a second sheet (5). The convolutely wound tube includes a first segment (66) formed of a plurality of convolute windings (2) of the first sheet, a second segment (70) formed of directly adhered and overlapping portions of the first sheet and the second sheet, and a third segment (68) formed of the second sheet wrapped about and overlying the first sheet. The second segment is an underwrap portion positioned between a layer of the first sheet and a layer of the second sheet.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B31C 1/00 - Making tubes or pipes by feeding at right angles to the winding mandrel centre line
  • B32B 1/08 - Tubular products
  • F16L 11/00 - Hoses, i.e. flexible pipes

45.

Optical cored wire immersion nozzle

      
Application Number 16314550
Grant Number 11440081
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-24
First Publication Date 2019-07-04
Grant Date 2022-09-13
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Kendall, Martin
  • Straetemans, Marc
  • Feytongs, Dominique

Abstract

The invention concerns a method for feeding an optical cored wire into a molten metal bath and an immersion system and an immersion nozzle to carry out the method. The optical cored wire (6) is decoiled, a feeding and straightening device (4) with a plurality of rollers (20, 21) conducts feeding of the optical cored wire (6) in a feeding direction towards the metal bath (11) as well as a first straightening of the optical cored wire (6), and subsequently a separated further plurality of non-motor driven nozzle straighteners (13) arranged between the feeding and straightening device (4) and the metal bath (11) conducts a second straightening of the optical cored wire (6). Very high precision of temperature measurement can thereby be achieved.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/02 - Means for indicating or recording specially adapted for thermometers
  • B21F 1/02 - Straightening
  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry
  • G01J 5/0821 - Optical fibres
  • G01J 5/02 - Constructional details
  • C21C 7/00 - Treating molten ferrous alloys, e.g. steel, not covered by groups
  • F27D 3/00 - ChargingDischargingManipulation of charge
  • C22B 9/05 - Refining by treating with gases, e.g. gas flushing
  • G01N 33/205 - Metals in liquid state, e.g. molten metals
  • F27D 21/00 - Arrangement of monitoring devicesArrangement of safety devices

46.

Cored wire, method and device for the production of the same

      
Application Number 16109000
Grant Number 10203463
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-22
First Publication Date 2018-12-20
Grant Date 2019-02-12
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Kendall, Martin
  • Whitaker, Robert Charles
  • Straetemans, Marc
  • Childs, Jack
  • Feytongs, Dominique

Abstract

A consumable cored wire for measuring a temperature of a molten steel bath includes an optical fiber and a cover laterally surrounding the optical fiber in a plurality of layers. One layer is a metal pipe, also called metal jacket or metal tube. An intermediate layer, also called filler, is arranged beneath the metal tube. The intermediate layer is a rope.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01J 5/08 - Optical arrangements
  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry
  • G01J 5/04 - Casings
  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes
  • G01N 33/20 - Metals
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G01J 5/02 - Constructional details
  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

47.

Method for measuring a temperature of a molten metal bath

      
Application Number 15828758
Grant Number 10514302
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-01
First Publication Date 2018-06-28
Grant Date 2019-12-24
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Kendall, Martin
  • Whitaker, Robert Charles
  • Straetemans, Marc
  • Feytongs, Dominique
  • Childs, Jack

Abstract

A method for feeding a cored wire into molten metal contained in a vessel comprises positioning the cored wire at a first position wherein a leading tip of the cored wire is proximate an entry point of the vessel, the entry point being above a surface of the molten metal, the cored wire comprising an optical fiber and a cover laterally surrounding the optical fiber; feeding the cored wire at a first speed for a first duration from the first position to a second position wherein the leading tip of the cored wire is immersed within the molten metal and lies within a measuring plane, such that a leading tip of the optical fiber projects from the cover and is exposed to the molten metal; and subsequently feeding the cored wire at a second speed for a second duration to take a first measurement of the molten metal.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/00 - Details of thermometers not specially adapted for particular types of thermometer
  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry
  • G01J 5/08 - Optical arrangements
  • G01J 5/10 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry using electric radiation detectors
  • G01K 1/02 - Means for indicating or recording specially adapted for thermometers

48.

Direct analysis sampler

      
Application Number 15837130
Grant Number 10352832
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-11
First Publication Date 2018-06-14
Grant Date 2019-07-16
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Beyens, Dries
  • Verhoeven, Jean-Paul

Abstract

4)>25.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 1/20 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the liquid or fluent state for flowing or falling materials
  • G01N 33/205 - Metals in liquid state, e.g. molten metals
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • C21C 5/52 - Manufacture of steel in electric furnaces

49.

Sampler for hot metal

      
Application Number 15832980
Grant Number 10495551
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-06
First Publication Date 2018-06-14
Grant Date 2019-12-03
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Beyens, Dries
  • Verhoeven, Jean-Paul

Abstract

A sampler for taking samples from a molten metal bath, particularly a molten iron includes a sample chamber assembly having a cover plate and a housing. The housing has first and second openings for an inflow conduit and a gas coupler, respectively. The first face has an analysis zone, a ventilation zone, and a distribution zone. A depth of the analysis zone is 0.5 mm to 1.5 mm. The cover plate and the housing are assembled together to form a sample cavity. The sample chamber assembly chills the molten iron received therein to a solidified white structure metal sample. An analysis surface of the sample lies in a first plane. In a flow direction of the molten iron, there are no increases in width of the sample cavity and a ratio of the length to depth of the sample cavity increases.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 1/14 - Suction devices, e.g. pumpsEjector devices
  • G01N 1/28 - Preparing specimens for investigation
  • G01N 21/63 - Systems in which the material investigated is excited whereby it emits light or causes a change in wavelength of the incident light optically excited
  • G01N 1/20 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the liquid or fluent state for flowing or falling materials
  • C21C 5/46 - Details or accessories
  • G01N 33/205 - Metals in liquid state, e.g. molten metals
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • G01K 13/12 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes combined with sampling devices for measuring temperatures of samples of material

50.

Direct analysis sampler with heat sink

      
Application Number 15837190
Grant Number 10488304
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-11
First Publication Date 2018-06-14
Grant Date 2019-11-26
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor Beyens, Dries

Abstract

A sample chamber assembly for molten metal comprises a cover plate and a housing. A first face of the housing has a depression in direct flow communication with a first opening formed at the immersion end of the housing. The cover plate and the housing are assembled together along a first plane to form a sample cavity including the depression. An analysis surface of a solidified metal sample lies in the first plane. The sample cavity and the first opening are aligned along a common longitudinal axis. The first opening is spaced apart from the first plane. A ratio of the thermal diffusivities of the solidified metal sample and the housing material is between 0.1 and 0.5. The housing is inseparable from the solidified metal sample. A portion of the housing is directly adjacent to the solidified metal sample and lies in the first plane.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/03 - Cuvette constructions
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • G01N 21/01 - Arrangements or apparatus for facilitating the optical investigation
  • G01N 21/69 - Systems in which the material investigated is excited whereby it emits light or causes a change in wavelength of the incident light electrically excited, e.g. electroluminescence specially adapted for fluids
  • G01N 33/205 - Metals in liquid state, e.g. molten metals
  • G01N 1/10 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the liquid or fluent state

51.

Direct analysis sampler

      
Application Number 15838606
Grant Number 10466145
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-12
First Publication Date 2018-06-14
Grant Date 2019-11-05
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor Beyens, Dries

Abstract

A sampler for taking samples from a molten metal bath, particularly a molten steel bath, includes a sample chamber assembly having a cover plate and a housing. The housing has first and second openings for an inflow conduit and a gas coupler, respectively. The first face of the housing includes a distribution zone, an analysis zone and a ventilation zone. A depth of the analysis zone is greater than 1.5 mm and less than 3 mm. The cover plate and the housing assemble together to form a sample cavity. An analysis surface of a solidified steel sample formed within the sample cavity lies in a first plane. In a flow direction of the molten steel, there are no increases in a width dimension of the sample cavity and a ratio of the length to depth of the sample cavity increases.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 1/20 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the liquid or fluent state for flowing or falling materials
  • G01N 33/205 - Metals in liquid state, e.g. molten metals
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers

52.

CONVOLUTE TUBE

      
Application Number EP2017077291
Publication Number 2018/091243
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-25
Publication Date 2018-05-24
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Spanjers, Maarten
  • Siemons, Wouter

Abstract

A convolutely wound tube (1) is formed of a composite sheet including a first sheet (6) and a second sheet (5). The convolutely wound tube includes a first segment (66) formed of a plurality of convolute windings (2) of the first sheet, a second segment (70) formed of directly adhered and overlapping portions of the first sheet and the second sheet, and a third segment (68) formed of the second sheet wrapped about and overlying the first sheet. The second segment is an underwrap portion positioned between a layer of the first sheet and a layer of the second sheet.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B31C 1/00 - Making tubes or pipes by feeding at right angles to the winding mandrel centre line
  • B32B 1/08 - Tubular products

53.

Device for measuring the temperature of a molten metal

      
Application Number 15827488
Grant Number 10378824
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-11-30
First Publication Date 2018-03-22
Grant Date 2019-08-13
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Neyens, Guido Jacobus
  • Thys, Michel
  • Stevens, Frank

Abstract

A device for measuring the temperature of a melt, particularly of a molten metal, includes an optical fiber and a guiding tube having an immersion end and a second end opposite to the immersion end. The optical fiber is partially arranged in the guiding tube. An inner diameter of the guiding tube is larger than an outer diameter of the optical fiber. A first plug is arranged at the immersion end of or within the guiding tube proximate the immersion end of the guiding tube. The optical fiber is fed through the first plug and the first plug reduces a gap between the optical fiber and the guiding tube.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry
  • G01J 5/04 - Casings
  • G01J 5/08 - Optical arrangements
  • F27D 21/00 - Arrangement of monitoring devicesArrangement of safety devices
  • F27D 11/08 - Heating by electric discharge, e.g. arc discharge
  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes
  • G01K 11/32 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or using changes in transmittance, scattering or luminescence in optical fibres
  • C21C 5/52 - Manufacture of steel in electric furnaces

54.

Immersion device for slag sample collection

      
Application Number 15701846
Grant Number 10359343
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-09-12
First Publication Date 2018-03-15
Grant Date 2019-07-23
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Beyens, Dries
  • Turner, Paul A.

Abstract

An immersion device for collecting a slag sample and measuring a molten metal parameter is provided. The immersion device includes an inflow conduit for directing the molten slag to a slag sample chamber and a measuring element for measuring the parameter of the molten metal. The inflow conduit and the measuring element are arranged in the top area of an immersion end of the immersion device and/or are facing towards an immersion direction. During immersion in the immersion direction into the molten slag and then the molten metal, the molten slag enters an external portion of the inflow conduit and is directed through an inner portion of the inflow conduit to the slag sample chamber. Reliable slag collection and molten metal measurement also in a converter can thereby be achieved. A method of collecting a slag sample and measuring a molten metal parameter is also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 33/205 - Metals in liquid state, e.g. molten metals
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • G01N 1/20 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the liquid or fluent state for flowing or falling materials
  • C21C 5/28 - Manufacture of steel in the converter

55.

OPTICAL CORED WIRE IMMERSION NOZZLE

      
Application Number EP2017071365
Publication Number 2018/041721
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-24
Publication Date 2018-03-08
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Kendall, Martin
  • Straetemans, Marc
  • Feytongs, Dominique

Abstract

The invention concerns a method for feeding an optical cored wire into a molten metal bath and an immersion system and an immersion nozzle to carry out the method. The optical cored wire (6) is decoiled, a feeding and straightening device (4) with a plurality of rollers (20, 21) conducts feeding of the optical cored wire (6) in a feeding direction towards the metal bath (11) as well as a first straightening of the optical cored wire (6), and subsequently a separated further plurality of non-motor driven nozzle straighteners (13) arranged between the feeding and straightening device (4) and the metal bath (11) conducts a second straightening of the optical cored wire (6). Very high precision of temperature measurement can thereby be achieved.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry
  • C21C 7/00 - Treating molten ferrous alloys, e.g. steel, not covered by groups
  • B21F 1/02 - Straightening

56.

Consumable optical fiber for measuring a temperature of a molten steel bath

      
Application Number 15291146
Grant Number 10295411
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-10-12
First Publication Date 2017-05-25
Grant Date 2019-05-21
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Kendall, Martin
  • Whitaker, Robert Charles
  • Straetemans, Marc
  • Childs, Jack
  • Feytongs, Dominique

Abstract

An optical cored wire includes an optical fiber and a cover laterally surrounding the optical fiber. The cover surrounds the optical fiber in a plurality of layers. One layer is a metal coat, also called a metal jacket or a metal tube. An intermediate layer, also called filler, is arranged beneath the metal tube. The intermediate layer is formed from a thermal insulating material having a melting point in the temperature ulnae of 1000° C. to 1500° C., such that the pieces of the intermediate layer are fluid upon exposure to the molten metal temperatures and a portion of the intermediate layer, the entire intermediate layer and/or the cover laterally surrounding the optical fiber can melt immediately upon immersion into the molten metal or immediate exposure to the molten metal.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01J 5/08 - Optical arrangements
  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry
  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

57.

Cored wire, method and device for the production of the same

      
Application Number 15292749
Grant Number 10359589
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-10-13
First Publication Date 2017-04-20
Grant Date 2019-07-23
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Kendall, Martin
  • Whitaker, Robert Charles
  • Straetemans, Marc
  • Childs, Jack
  • Feytongs, Dominique

Abstract

A consumable cored wire for measuring a temperature of a molten steel bath includes an optical fiber and a cover laterally surrounding the optical fiber in a plurality of layers. One layer is a metal pipe, also called metal jacket or metal tube. An intermediate layer, also called filler, is arranged beneath the metal tube. The intermediate layer is a rope.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • G01N 33/205 - Metals in liquid state, e.g. molten metals
  • G01J 5/08 - Optical arrangements
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G01J 5/02 - Constructional details
  • G01J 5/04 - Casings
  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry
  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes
  • G01K 1/10 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing chemical attack
  • G01K 1/12 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing damage due to heat overloading

58.

Sampler and sampling method for molten material

      
Application Number 15258478
Grant Number 10151669
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-07
First Publication Date 2016-12-29
Grant Date 2018-12-11
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Cappa, Guido
  • Broekmans, Gerrit

Abstract

A sampler has a sample chamber for a sample forming from a molten material, at least one lower cooling body, at least one upper cooling body, at least one inner cooling body, and at least one filling part. The sample chamber is surrounded jointly at least by the lower cooling body and the inner cooling body, such that at least the sample chamber can be cooled by at least the lower and inner cooling bodies. The filling part merges into the sample chamber by a filling opening. Between a region of the outer surface of the inner cooling body and a region of the outer surface of the upper cooling body opposite the outer surface of the inner cooling body, the sampler has at least one gap for conducting at least one gas. The volume of the respective cooling bodies is larger than the volume of the gap.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • G01N 1/14 - Suction devices, e.g. pumpsEjector devices
  • G01N 33/20 - Metals
  • B01L 3/00 - Containers or dishes for laboratory use, e.g. laboratory glasswareDroppers

59.

Immersion device for molten metal and steelmaking method

      
Application Number 15178163
Grant Number 09909810
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-09
First Publication Date 2016-12-15
Grant Date 2018-03-06
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Broekmans, Gerrit
  • Cuypers, Jan

Abstract

An immersion device is provided for molten metal, as well as a method for making steel. The immersion device allows a trouble free operation. The immersion device includes a measuring head, a carrier for the measuring head, and a lance detachably connected to the carrier, preferably by a detachable tubular connecting element. A gas path runs from the lance to the detachable tubular connecting element. A gas tight connection is provided between a connecting surface of the lance and the detachable tubular connecting element. The tubular connecting element has wipers in the form of fins, which wipe the connecting surface of the lance during attaching and/or detaching the tubular connecting element and the lance.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F27D 21/00 - Arrangement of monitoring devicesArrangement of safety devices
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • C21C 5/00 - Manufacture of carbon steel, e.g. plain mild steel, medium carbon steel, or cast-steel
  • G01K 1/12 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing damage due to heat overloading

60.

Spectrometer calibration method and reference material

      
Application Number 15097418
Grant Number 10416074
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-04-13
First Publication Date 2016-10-20
Grant Date 2019-09-17
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor Lammerant, Luc

Abstract

A calibration method for a spectrometer and a reference material which facilitates calibration of the spectrometer are provided. The reference material has a homogeneous content of elements protected by an inert coating.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 21/27 - ColourSpectral properties, i.e. comparison of effect of material on the light at two or more different wavelengths or wavelength bands using photo-electric detection
  • G01J 3/28 - Investigating the spectrum

61.

REVERSE FILLING CARBON AND TEMPERATURE DROP-IN SENSOR

      
Application Number EP2015080912
Publication Number 2016/116240
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-12-22
Publication Date 2016-07-28
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Beyens, Dries
  • Neyens, Guido Jacobus

Abstract

A drop-in probe includes a measurement head having an immersion end and an opposing second end having an end face. The measurement head is formed of first and second body halves configured to mate together along a parting line. A sample chamber, arranged within the measurement head, is thermally isolated from a cooling mass thereof and includes a metal wall having a thickness of 2.5 mm or less. An inlet tube has an inlet opening to the sample chamber. The inlet opening has a diameter Diniet and is spaced apart from the end face of the measurement head at a distance of at least formula (1). When the sample chamber is filled with a sample of the molten metal, a ratio of a mass of the metal sample to a mass of the metal wall of the sample chamber is greater than 2.6 and less than 6.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 33/20 - Metals
  • C21B 7/24 - Test rods or other checking devices
  • C21C 5/46 - Details or accessories
  • F27D 21/00 - Arrangement of monitoring devicesArrangement of safety devices
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • G01K 13/12 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes combined with sampling devices for measuring temperatures of samples of material

62.

REVERSE FILLING CARBON AND TEMPERATURE DROP-IN SENSOR

      
Application Number EP2015081114
Publication Number 2016/116247
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-12-23
Publication Date 2016-07-28
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Turner, Paul A.
  • Clauss Jr., Harry G.

Abstract

A drop-in probe for determining phase changes by thermal analysis of a sample of a molten metal includes a measurement head having a first end which is an immersion end and an opposing second end having an end face. A sample chamber is arranged within the measurement head. An opening, which is free of any restrictions and which is in communication with the sample chamber, is formed in the end face of the second end of the measurement head. The sample chamber includes a first thermocouple having a first thermocouple junction enclosed within a wall which has a uniform internal geometry. A ratio D/H of an internal diameter D of the sample chamber to a length H extending between the opening and the first thermocouple junction is between 0.1 and 1.2.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 2/00 - Arrangement of indicating or measuring devices, e.g. for temperature or viscosity of the fused mass
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers

63.

Reverse filling carbon and temperature drop-in sensor

      
Application Number 14942180
Grant Number 09958427
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-11-16
First Publication Date 2016-07-21
Grant Date 2018-05-01
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Turner, Paul A.
  • Clauss, Jr., Harry G.

Abstract

A drop-in probe for determining phase changes by thermal analysis of a sample of a molten metal includes a measurement head having a first end which is an immersion end and an opposing second end having an end face. A sample chamber is arranged within the measurement head. An opening, which is free of any restrictions and which is in communication with the sample chamber, is formed in the end face of the second end of the measurement head. The sample chamber includes a first thermocouple having a first thermocouple junction enclosed within a wall which has a uniform internal geometry. A ratio D/H of an internal diameter D of the sample chamber to a length H extending between the opening and the first thermocouple junction is between 0.1 and 1.2.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 33/20 - Metals
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • B22D 2/00 - Arrangement of indicating or measuring devices, e.g. for temperature or viscosity of the fused mass
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers

64.

Reverse filling carbon and temperature drop-in sensor

      
Application Number 14971363
Grant Number 09958405
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-12-16
First Publication Date 2016-07-21
Grant Date 2018-05-01
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Beyens, Dries
  • Neyens, Guido Jacobus

Abstract

inlet and is spaced apart from the end face of the measurement head at a distance of at least When the sample chamber is filled with a sample of the molten metal, a ratio of a mass of the metal sample to a mass of the metal wall of the sample chamber is greater than 2.6 and less than 6.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/00 - Details of thermometers not specially adapted for particular types of thermometer
  • G01N 25/04 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating changes of state or changes of phaseInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating sintering of melting pointInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating changes of state or changes of phaseInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating sintering of freezing pointInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating changes of state or changes of phaseInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating sintering of softening point
  • G01K 13/12 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes combined with sampling devices for measuring temperatures of samples of material
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • G01N 33/20 - Metals
  • C21B 7/24 - Test rods or other checking devices
  • C21C 5/46 - Details or accessories
  • F27D 21/00 - Arrangement of monitoring devicesArrangement of safety devices
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers

65.

Device for measuring the temperature of a molten metal

      
Application Number 14698214
Grant Number 09863709
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-04-28
First Publication Date 2015-11-12
Grant Date 2018-01-09
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Neyens, Guido Jacobus
  • Thys, Michel
  • Stevens, Frank

Abstract

A device for measuring the temperature of a melt, particularly of a molten metal, includes an optical fiber and a guiding tube having an immersion end and a second end opposite to the immersion end. The optical fiber is partially arranged in the guiding tube. An inner diameter of the guiding tube is larger than an outer diameter of the optical fiber. A first plug is arranged at the immersion end of or within the guiding tube proximate the immersion end of the guiding tube. The optical fiber is fed through the first plug and the first plug reduces a gap between the optical fiber and the guiding tube.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01J 5/48 - ThermographyTechniques using wholly visual means
  • F27D 21/00 - Arrangement of monitoring devicesArrangement of safety devices
  • F27D 11/08 - Heating by electric discharge, e.g. arc discharge
  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes
  • G01K 11/32 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or using changes in transmittance, scattering or luminescence in optical fibres
  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry
  • G01J 5/08 - Optical arrangements
  • G01J 5/04 - Casings
  • C21C 5/52 - Manufacture of steel in electric furnaces

66.

Method for detecting phase change temperatures of molten metal

      
Application Number 14797413
Grant Number 09719976
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-07-13
First Publication Date 2015-11-05
Grant Date 2017-08-01
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor Black, Jason

Abstract

A detection device for molten metal is provided. The detection device includes a sample cup having a cavity configured to receive a sample of molten metal and a blob arranged in the cavity. The blob includes a carbide stabilizing element and a hydrogen releasing material including a hydroxide of an alkaline earth metal. The blob is provided for use in detecting phase change temperatures during solidification of a sample of molten cast iron. The blob is also resistant to moisture gain and moisture loss during transport and storage. A method of detecting phase change temperatures of the molten iron or molten cast iron sample using the blob and a method of manufacturing the blob are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 25/04 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating changes of state or changes of phaseInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating sintering of melting pointInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating changes of state or changes of phaseInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating sintering of freezing pointInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating changes of state or changes of phaseInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating sintering of softening point
  • G01N 33/20 - Metals
  • B01L 3/04 - Crucibles
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers

67.

QUBE

      
Application Number 1261430
Status Registered
Filing Date 2015-07-06
Registration Date 2015-07-06
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring equipment for measurements in liquid steel, namely, wireless data transmitter module.

68.

QUBE

      
Application Number 173585900
Status Registered
Filing Date 2015-07-06
Registration Date 2018-04-10
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Measuring equipment namely a wireless suite comprised of wireless data transmitter modules and cable sensors used to measure various properties in liquid steel such as temperature, oxygen, carbon and other metrics, for use in industrial applications

69.

Container for molten metal, use of the container and method for determining an interface

      
Application Number 14586091
Grant Number 09829385
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-12-30
First Publication Date 2015-06-25
Grant Date 2017-11-28
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor Kendall, Martin

Abstract

A container for molten metal is provided with a temperature measuring device arranged in an opening of a container wall. The temperature measuring device has a protective sheath, which projects into the container and which is closed at its end arranged in the container. A temperature measuring element is arranged in an opening of the protective sheath. The protective sheath is composed of a mixture of a heat-resistant metal oxide and graphite, and the closed end is spaced at least 50 mm from the container wall.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 1/10 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing chemical attack
  • G01K 1/12 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing damage due to heat overloading
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • B22D 2/00 - Arrangement of indicating or measuring devices, e.g. for temperature or viscosity of the fused mass

70.

CONTINUOUS TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE AND RH APPARATUS INCLUDING THE SAME

      
Application Number KR2014011308
Publication Number 2015/080443
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-24
Publication Date 2015-06-04
Owner
  • WOOJIN ELECTRO-NITE INC. (Republic of Korea)
  • HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • You, Jong-An
  • Park, Kwang-Sun
  • Kim, Yeong-In

Abstract

Disclosed are a continuous temperature measuring device used in a Ruhrstahl-Heraeus (RH) process of performing vacuum degassing among steel making processes in an ironworks and an RH apparatus including the same. The RH apparatus includes a sensor hole formed at a lower vessel of a vacuum vessel; a continuous temperature measuring device mounted on the sensor hole and including a light-to-temperature converter measuring temperature based on received light, a light guide rod receiving light from a measurement target, an optical fiber transferring the light received by the light guide rod to the light-to-temperature converter, a connector connecting the optical fiber to the light guide rod while maintaining straightness of the optical fiber, a primary protection tube enclosing an outer peripheral surface of the light guide rod, a flexible heat resistant tube protecting the optical fiber, and a joint connected to the flexible heat resistant tube and provided with a cooling gas injection tube; and a cooling gas supply unit supplying cooling gas to the cooling gas injection tube.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01J 5/28 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry using electric radiation detectors using photoemissive or photovoltaic cells
  • G01J 5/02 - Constructional details
  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes
  • C21C 7/10 - Handling in vacuum

71.

QUBE

      
Serial Number 86519122
Status Registered
Filing Date 2015-01-30
Registration Date 2016-04-26
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

measuring equipment for measurements in liquid steel, namely, wireless data transmitter modules for determining temperature of liquid steel and for determining element composition amounts of liquid steel

72.

QUBE

      
Application Number 013659826
Status Registered
Filing Date 2015-01-21
Registration Date 2015-05-22
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring equipment for measurements in liquid steel, namely, wireless data transmitter module.

73.

Method and apparatus for measuring the temperature of a molten metal

      
Application Number 14264510
Grant Number 09726545
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-04-29
First Publication Date 2014-10-30
Grant Date 2017-08-08
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Neyens, Guido Jacobus
  • Thys, Michel
  • Stevens, Frank

Abstract

A method, device and apparatus are provided for measuring the temperature of a melt, particularly of a molten metal, with an optical fiber, fed into the melt through a disposable guiding tube. The optical fiber and an immersion end of the tube are immersed into the melt and have feeding speeds which are independent from each other. An elastic plug is arranged within the tube or at an end of the tube opposite the immersion end. The optical fiber is fed through the elastic plug, and the elastic plug reduces a gap between the optical fiber and the tube, which has a larger inner diameter than the outer diameter of the optical fiber. The apparatus includes a fiber coil and a feeding mechanism for feeding the optical fiber and the tube, including at least two independent feeding motors, one for feeding the optical fiber and one for feeding the tube.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01J 5/04 - Casings
  • G01J 5/08 - Optical arrangements
  • B22D 2/00 - Arrangement of indicating or measuring devices, e.g. for temperature or viscosity of the fused mass
  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry

74.

Sampler and sampling method for molten material

      
Application Number 14264658
Grant Number 09645055
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-04-29
First Publication Date 2014-10-30
Grant Date 2017-05-09
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Cappa, Guido
  • Broekmans, Gerrit

Abstract

A sampler has a sample chamber for a sample forming from a molten material, at least one lower cooling body, at least one upper cooling body, at least one inner cooling body, and at least one filling part. The sample chamber is surrounded jointly at least by the lower cooling body and the inner cooling body, such that at least the sample chamber can be cooled by at least the lower and inner cooling bodies. The filling part merges into the sample chamber by a filling opening. Between a region of the outer surface of the inner cooling body and a region of the outer surface of the upper cooling body opposite the outer surface of the inner cooling body, the sampler has at least one gap for conducting at least one gas. The volume of the respective cooling bodies is larger than the volume of the gap.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • G01N 1/14 - Suction devices, e.g. pumpsEjector devices
  • G01N 33/20 - Metals
  • B01L 3/00 - Containers or dishes for laboratory use, e.g. laboratory glasswareDroppers

75.

SAMPLER FOR MOLTEN IRON

      
Application Number EP2014054539
Publication Number 2014/146917
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-03-10
Publication Date 2014-09-25
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Knevels, Johan
  • Truyen, Jos

Abstract

The invention refers to a sampler for molten metal, in particular for molten iron and molten cast iron, comprising a sample chamber having a sample chamber opening and further comprising a mixing chamber having an outer inlet opening, whereby the sample chamber opening is arranged between the mixing chamber and the sample chamber, and is characterized in that a graphite promoter and a carbide stabilizing material selected from one or more of the group consisting of tellurium, bismuth, selenium and cerium are arranged in the mixing chamber.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C21C 5/46 - Details or accessories
  • B22D 2/00 - Arrangement of indicating or measuring devices, e.g. for temperature or viscosity of the fused mass
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers

76.

FiberLab

      
Application Number 1207363
Status Registered
Filing Date 2014-04-28
Registration Date 2014-04-28
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring devices and sensors for measuring the temperature of metal melts and cryolite melts.

77.

HydroVAS

      
Application Number 1203911
Status Registered
Filing Date 2014-03-12
Registration Date 2014-03-12
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Hydrogen sensor system for determining the dissolved hydrogen concentration in molten metal comprising a probe, a recording means for analysis and visual display of hydrogen concentration auxiliary light and buzzer assembly and printer.

78.

Detection device for molten metal

      
Application Number 13677808
Grant Number 10371686
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-11-15
First Publication Date 2014-05-15
Grant Date 2019-08-06
Owner Heraeus EIectro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor Black, Jason

Abstract

A detection device for molten metal is provided. The detection device includes a sample cup having a cavity configured to receive a sample of molten metal and a blob arranged in the cavity. The blob includes a carbide stabilizing element and a hydrogen releasing material including a hydroxide of an alkaline earth metal. The blob is provided for use in detecting phase change temperatures during solidification of a sample of molten cast iron. The blob is also resistant to moisture gain and moisture loss during transport and storage. A method of detecting phase change temperatures of the molten iron or molten cast iron sample using the blob and a method of manufacturing the blob are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 33/20 - Metals
  • G01N 33/205 - Metals in liquid state, e.g. molten metals
  • B01L 3/04 - Crucibles
  • G01N 25/04 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating changes of state or changes of phaseInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating sintering of melting pointInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating changes of state or changes of phaseInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating sintering of freezing pointInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating changes of state or changes of phaseInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating sintering of softening point
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers

79.

FIBERLAB

      
Serial Number 86274099
Status Registered
Filing Date 2014-05-07
Registration Date 2016-02-23
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring devices and sensors for measuring the temperature of metal melts and cryolite melt

80.

Measuring probe for measurements in molten metal or slag

      
Application Number 14065909
Grant Number 09360399
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-10-29
First Publication Date 2014-05-01
Grant Date 2016-06-07
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor Beyens, Dries

Abstract

A measuring probe is provided for taking measurements in molten metal or slag, the probe including a measuring head having an immersion end and a rear end. At least one electrochemical sensor, one thermocouple, and one bath contact of the electrochemical sensor are arranged at the immersion end, and the thermocouple and electrochemical sensor each protrude from the immersion end adjacent to each other. The bath contact is formed from a strip of metal arranged around and between the thermocouple and the electrochemical sensor in appropriate manner, such that two chambers are formed that are open at the immersion end. The thermocouple is arranged in one chamber and the electrochemical sensor is arranged in the other chamber and both are held by fixation material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 1/10 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing chemical attack
  • G01K 1/12 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing damage due to heat overloading
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • G01N 27/411 - Cells and probes with solid electrolytes for investigating or analysing of liquid metals
  • G01N 33/20 - Metals

81.

FiberLab

      
Application Number 167436200
Status Registered
Filing Date 2014-04-25
Registration Date 2017-05-12
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Measuring devices and sensors for measuring the temperature of metal melts and cryolite melt.

82.

HydroVAS

      
Application Number 166735300
Status Registered
Filing Date 2014-03-11
Registration Date 2015-04-22
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Hydrogen sensor system for determining the dissolved hydrogen concentration in molten metal comprising a probe, a recording means for analysis and visual display of hydrogen concentration auxiliary light and buzzer assembly and printer.

83.

Sensor arrangement for the measuring of parameters in melted material

      
Application Number 13985402
Grant Number 09366578
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-01-24
First Publication Date 2013-12-05
Grant Date 2016-06-14
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Cuypers, Jan
  • Indeherberge, Valère

Abstract

A sensor arrangement for melted materials includes an upper part and a detachable lower part. A tube extends coaxial to a longitudinal axis of the lower part, is closed on its end facing away from the upper part, and is open on the other end. The tube is arranged on an immersion end of the lower part facing away from the upper part. A guide tube, extending coaxial to a longitudinal axis of the upper part and being open on both ends, is arranged in a guide sleeve. A pressure acting in the direction of the lower part is applied to the guide tube by an elastic body and the guide tube touches against the lower part. One opening of the guide tube and the open end of the tube of the lower part are arranged adjacent to each other and coaxial to the longitudinal axis of the lower part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes
  • B22D 2/00 - Arrangement of indicating or measuring devices, e.g. for temperature or viscosity of the fused mass
  • G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry
  • G01J 5/08 - Optical arrangements
  • G01J 5/04 - Casings
  • G01J 5/02 - Constructional details

84.

FiberLab

      
Application Number 012393021
Status Registered
Filing Date 2013-12-04
Registration Date 2014-04-21
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring devices and sensors for measuring the temperature of metal melts and cryolite melts.

85.

HydroVAS

      
Application Number 012218962
Status Registered
Filing Date 2013-10-14
Registration Date 2014-02-11
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Hydrogen sensor system for determining the dissolved hydrogen concentration in molten metal comprising a probe, a recording means for analysis and visual display of hydrogen concentration auxiliary light and buzzer assembly and printer.

86.

Device for measuring temperature in molten metal

      
Application Number 13804815
Grant Number 09182291
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-14
First Publication Date 2013-09-19
Grant Date 2015-11-10
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Kendall, Martin
  • Grabowy, Marek

Abstract

2O), and 0.1 to 1% by weight MgO.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/12 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing damage due to heat overloading
  • G01K 1/10 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing chemical attack

87.

DEVICE FOR MEASURING THE TEMPERATURE IN MOLTEN METAL

      
Document Number 02807856
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-01
Open to Public Date 2013-09-14
Grant Date 2016-07-05
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Kendall, Martin
  • Grabowy, Marek

Abstract

The invention relates to a device for measuring the temperature in molten metals having a thermo-couple arranged in a ceramic tube that is closed on one side, and having an external protective body that surrounds the tube that is closed on one side forming an annular space between the tube that is closed on one side and the inner surface of the protective body, and consists of the protective body being made of a mixture of 75 to 90 % by weight aluminium oxide, 2 to 10 % by weight silicon oxide, 7 to 15 % by weight graphite, 0.1 to 1 % by weight Fe2O3, 0.1 to 1 % by weight (K2O + Na2O), and 0.1 to 1 % by weight MgO.

88.

Device for measuring parameters or for taking samples in molten iron or steel

      
Application Number 13653441
Grant Number 09176027
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-10-17
First Publication Date 2013-04-25
Grant Date 2015-11-03
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Neyens, Guido Jacobus
  • Bortels, Eric B.
  • Beyens, Dries

Abstract

A device is provided for measuring parameters or for taking samples in molten iron or steel and for taking samples of slag resting on the melt. The device includes a carrier tube having an immersion end, a lateral circumferential surface, and a measuring head arranged on the immersion end. At least one sensor or inlet opening for a sample chamber present inside the device is arranged at the immersion end of the measuring head. The lateral circumferential surface of the carrier tube or measuring head has an inlet opening extending through an inlet channel to merge in a pre-chamber arranged inside the carrier tube or measuring head. The pre-chamber has, at its end facing away from the immersion end, an entry opening that merges into a slag sample chamber on the side of the pre-chamber facing away from the immersion end.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 1/10 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the liquid or fluent state
  • G01N 1/12 - DippersDredgers
  • B22D 2/00 - Arrangement of indicating or measuring devices, e.g. for temperature or viscosity of the fused mass
  • G01N 33/18 - Water

89.

M MINCO GROUP

      
Application Number 1145457
Status Registered
Filing Date 2012-11-29
Registration Date 2012-11-29
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Molten metal processing devices and equipment, especially, molten metal immersion, stream and sucker samplers for iron and steel. Measuring and sampling devices; expendable single and multiple use thermocouples; carbon equivalent and silicon arrest cups as parts of measuring devices; combination temperature and sampler probes; freefall sublances; protective sheaths for immersion samplers, thermocouples and spoons; carbon eutectic probes for steel; oxygen measuring probes, and hydrogen probes.

90.

Sampler for taking samples from melts having a melting point higher than 600 ° C. and method for taking samples

      
Application Number 13464019
Grant Number 09128013
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-05-04
First Publication Date 2012-11-22
Grant Date 2015-09-08
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Song, Lihuan
  • Broekmans, Gerrit
  • Neyens, Guido Jacobus
  • Beyens, Dries

Abstract

A sampler is provided for taking samples from melts having a melting point higher than 600° C., in particular for metal or cryolite melts. The sampler includes a carrier tube having an immersion end and having a sample chamber assembly arranged on the immersion end of the carrier tube. The assembly has an inlet opening and a sample cavity for the melt and is arranged at least partly inside the carrier tube. The sample chamber assembly has on a part of its outer surface a coupling device, arranged inside the carrier tube, for coupling a carrier lance. A method is also provided for taking samples using such a sampler.

IPC Classes  ?

91.

M MINCO GROUP

      
Application Number 011165842
Status Registered
Filing Date 2012-10-30
Registration Date 2013-04-01
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Molten metal processing devices and equipment, especially, molten metal immersion, stream and sucker samplers for iron and steel. Measuring and sampling devices; expendable single and multiple use thermocouples; carbon equivalent and silicon arrest cups as parts of measuring devices; combination temperature- and sampler probes; freefall sublances; protective sheaths for immersion samplers, thermocouples and spoons; carbon eutectic probes for steel; oxygen measuring probes, and hydrogen probes.

92.

SENSOR ARRANGEMENT FOR MEASURING PARAMETERS IN MELTS

      
Document Number 02827803
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-01-24
Open to Public Date 2012-08-30
Grant Date 2018-10-16
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Cuypers, Jan
  • Indeherberge, Valere

Abstract

The invention relates to a sensor arrangement for measuring parameters in melts, in particular for measuring the temperature, in particular in metal or cryolite melts having a melting point above 500°C, with an upper part and lower part releasably disposed on the upper part. The invention is characterised in that on an immersion end of the lower part facing away from the upper part a tube is disposed coaxially with respect to a longitudinal axis of the lower part, said tube being closed at the end thereof facing away from the upper part end and open at the other end. In the upper part a guide tube which extends coaxially with respect to a longitudinal axis of the upper part and is open on both sides is movably disposed in a guide sleeve, wherein a pressure acting in the direction of the lower part is applied to the guide tube by means of a resilient body and said guide tube bears against the lower part, and wherein an opening of the guide tube and the open end of the tube of the lower part are disposed adjacent to one another and coaxially with respect to the longitudinal axis of the lower part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01J 5/04 - Casings
  • B22D 2/00 - Arrangement of indicating or measuring devices, e.g. for temperature or viscosity of the fused mass

93.

SENSOR ARRANGEMENT FOR MEASURING PARAMETERS IN MELTS

      
Application Number EP2012000303
Publication Number 2012/113498
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-01-24
Publication Date 2012-08-30
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Cuypers, Jan
  • Indeherberge, Valère

Abstract

The invention relates to a sensor arrangement for measuring parameters in melts, in particular for measuring the temperature, in particular in metal or cryolite melts having a melting point above 500°C, with an upper part and lower part releasably disposed on the upper part. The invention is characterised in that on an immersion end of the lower part facing away from the upper part a tube is disposed coaxially with respect to a longitudinal axis of the lower part, said tube being closed at the end thereof facing away from the upper part end and open at the other end. In the upper part a guide tube which extends coaxially with respect to a longitudinal axis of the upper part and is open on both sides is movably disposed in a guide sleeve, wherein a pressure acting in the direction of the lower part is applied to the guide tube by means of a resilient body and said guide tube bears against the lower part, and wherein an opening of the guide tube and the open end of the tube of the lower part are disposed adjacent to one another and coaxially with respect to the longitudinal axis of the lower part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01J 5/04 - Casings
  • B22D 2/00 - Arrangement of indicating or measuring devices, e.g. for temperature or viscosity of the fused mass

94.

MEASURING DEVICE FOR MEASUREMENT OF PARAMETERS IN MOLTEN MASSES

      
Document Number 02765644
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-01-27
Open to Public Date 2012-08-23
Grant Date 2019-05-21
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Cuypers, Jan
  • Straetemans, Marc
  • Indeherberge, Valere
  • Houbregs, Maurice

Abstract

The invention relates to a measuring device for measurement of parameters in molten masses, in particular for measuring the temperature, in particular in molten metal or molten cryolite masses having a melting point above 500 °C, having an optical fibre for taking up radiation from the molten mass and having a cable reel that comprises an external circumference for taking up the optical fibre and an internal space that is surrounded by said external circumference, characterised in that a distributor and a mode filter for the optical fibre are arranged in the internal space.

95.

Measuring device for measurement of parameters in molten masses

      
Application Number 13370901
Grant Number 08768113
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-02-10
First Publication Date 2012-08-23
Grant Date 2014-07-01
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Cuypers, Jan
  • Straetemans, Marc
  • Indeherberge, Valère
  • Houbregs, Maurice

Abstract

A measuring device is provided for measurement of parameters, in particular for measuring the temperature, in molten masses, in particular in molten metal or molten cryolite masses having a melting point above 500° C. The measuring device has an optical fiber for receiving radiation from the molten mass and a cable reel having an external circumference for winding up the optical fiber and an internal space surrounded by the external circumference. A distributor and a mode filter for the optical fiber are arranged in the internal space.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/00 - Light guidesStructural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings
  • G02B 6/255 - Splicing of light guides, e.g. by fusion or bonding
  • G01K 11/00 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or

96.

iM² Sensor Lab

      
Application Number 1118047
Status Registered
Filing Date 2012-04-25
Registration Date 2012-04-25
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Scientific measuring, signaling, controlling and regulating apparatus and equipment; measuring and monitoring instruments and apparatus for the metallurgical industry, including measuring instruments for the analysis of liquid metals.

97.

FiberCartridge

      
Application Number 1115723
Status Registered
Filing Date 2012-03-15
Registration Date 2012-03-15
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring devices and sensors for measuring of molten mass, in particular in molten metal and molten cryolite; in particular for measuring temperature.

98.

IM2 SENSOR LAB

      
Serial Number 85620608
Status Registered
Filing Date 2012-05-09
Registration Date 2013-02-05
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measurement and control instruments and apparatus for the metallurgical industry, namely, immersion probes and related measurement instruments sold as a unit therewith in the nature of indicators and analytical instruments for the analysis of molten metal; instruments and equipment for measuring temperature and composition of molten metal, namely, displays and related measurement instruments in the nature of indicators and analytical instruments for measurements in molten metals; temperature and composition measurement amplifiers and component parts thereof

99.

WIRELESS LANCE

      
Application Number EP2011005393
Publication Number 2012/055546
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-10-26
Publication Date 2012-05-03
Owner HERAEUS ELECTRO-NITE INTERNATIONAL N.V. (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Conti, Richard, F.
  • Kuszyk, Jack, Andrew
  • Rodrigo, Renuka
  • Saar, David, A.

Abstract

A system for wirelessly obtaining a measurement of a characteristic of a molten metal is disclosed. The system includes a contact block configured to be operatively coupled to a first end of a substantially hollow lance holder. The contact block is detachably and electrically coupled to and receives analog signals from a measurement sensor. The contact block converts the received analog signals into ultrasonic signals and transmits the ultrasonic signals through the hollow of the lance holder. A receiver block is configured to be operatively coupled to a second end of the lance holder. The second end is opposite the first end of the lance holder. The receiver block receives the ultrasonic signals from the contact block and converts the received ultrasonic signals into a digital voltage signal.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C21C 5/46 - Details or accessories
  • G01K 1/02 - Means for indicating or recording specially adapted for thermometers
  • G01K 1/12 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing damage due to heat overloading
  • G01K 13/12 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes combined with sampling devices for measuring temperatures of samples of material
  • G01N 33/20 - Metals
  • G08C 23/02 - Non-electric signal transmission systems, e.g. optical systems using acoustic waves

100.

iM² Sensor Lab

      
Application Number 157507000
Status Registered
Filing Date 2012-04-25
Registration Date 2015-08-21
Owner Heraeus Electro-Nite International N.V. (Belgium)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Measuring and monitoring instruments and apparatus for the metallurgical industry, namely, measuring instruments for the analysis of liquid metals, cryolite and slag, namely, sampling probes and sensors to determine the gas, carbon, phosphor, silicon or sulphur levels in molten metals; temperature measuring instruments and equipment and parts thereof for use in the metallurgical industry, namely, thermo-couples, fibre-optical temperature measurement instruments for measuring the temperature of molten metal, cryolite and slag; measurement computers. (2) Measuring and monitoring instruments and apparatus for the metallurgical industry, namely, measuring instruments for the analysis of liquid metals, namely, temperature measuring instruments and equipment; measurement computers.
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