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Moduloc Controls Systems Ltd

London Road
Knebworth
Hertfordshire
SG3 6JP ( Road Map )

Tel: 0845 873 6501
Fax: 01438 814366

Number of Employees: 1 - 20

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www.moduloc-intl.com


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Laser Measurement

Laser Measurement

Moduloc - Innovators in applying laser technology for on-line measurement and process control

We have a 30 year history of supplying non-contact laser measuring devices and laser sensors as well as laser measuring systems to Industry. Namely in-line process measurement lasers for process control. We provide an extensive range of devices for precise measurement of product, automating the production process, automating the material handling, or long distance on warehouse cranes. We offer the very latest technology for most industrial sectors. Be it for the Rolling Mill, the Caster Plant, in the Sawmill, or in the plastic, food or pharmaceutical processing plant.

Our Laser Measuring Devices include a wide range of Laser Distance Meters for positioning Cranes or width/length measurement (even inside the furnace), as well as our Laser Triangulation Meters for precision measurement of product thickness and profile. Should your requirement be to measure product or even the level of molten metal, we have the technology to meet this need.

In many cases we provide the complete Gauge solution. See details on our Thickness Gauges, Width Gauges and Level Sensors for Cater Plant Launders and Head Boxes.

From this extensive range of Laser Measuring Devices we can provide the latest in technology to meet the ever changing requirements in today’s modern industry. These enable us to offer you the best solution to meet your requirements without compromise. All our Lasers are available in Models that allow measurement off hot product at up to 1300°C and higher in some cases. Secondary enclosures are available with air, water or Peltier cooling for greater protection.

Outside of the United Kingdom, local support is provided through our experienced team of International Agents in each Continent. All our Agents have long-term experience in the implementation of laser technology and will clearly understand your requirements.

Our wide variety of Optical Sensors and Laser Measuring devices enables us to offer the total solution for monitoring and measuring or controlling the movement of product.


Moduloc can provide the whole solution for laser measurement and detection.

Laser Distance Meters

We can provide a comprehensive range of lasers and laser gauges to cover most industrial applications.

Our LT2000 Series of Laser Distance Meters. These low cost Class II laser meters operate via visible red 650 nm laser beam providing measurement off reflectors of up to 100 mtrs or natural surfaces up to 20 mtrs. Various models are available. Namely our LT2000ST in more robust housing incorporating air coolant chamber venting as an air purge as well as with a water coolant chamber option, our LT2000SO or LT2000SP base mounting Lasers.

Used on lifts, to measure product width and length or automated machinery positioning via a target reflector. Provided with RS232, RS422 and programmable as well as programmable transistor and analogue outputs, these are most versatile and low cost Laser Distance Meters. 

Laser Scanners

Laser Scanners

Our MLSO2 Series of Laser Scanners operate via laser triangulation off an internal rotating mirror providing up to 50° arc of laser scanning measurement. These LTMs generate both distance and angular position providing the user with the profile or width/thickness of the product being measured. These scanners are often used as a width gauge or for generating edge profile of product on the line.

Laser Proximity Sensor

Our LP100 Laser Proximity Sensor. This exceptionally low cost Class II Laser operates via visible red 650 nm laser beam providing measurement off reflector at up to 75 mtrs or directly off natural surfaces up to 10 mtrs. Via an incorporated display and keypad the digital outputs can be triggered in logic and range. Zero offset and span of 4 - 20 mA output are programmable. Provided with RS232, RS422 outputs.

Ideal for detection of passing product and automated machinery. This is a most versatile and low cost laser. This exceptionally low cost laser is ideal for measuring level in Silos, detection of product in the production process or control of crane for collision avoidance.

High Performance Laser

High Performance Laser

Our low cost MD 1000D Laser Distance Meter, operating via Time of Flight (TOF) measurement, incorporates keypad and LCD Display for programming the Laser without the need of PC connection. This is a high performance laser.

This powerful intelligent class I eye safe laser is typically used for crane control long travel of up to 800m. Also, commonly used for width and length measurement of product, it incorporates multiple programmable safety features for long term reliable operation in harsh environments.

Laser Triangulation Meters

Our ML Series of Laser Triangulation Meters. These precision lasers come in three families of precise lasers according to range and accuracy requirements incorporating numerous models with varying ranges up to 4m providing high resolution measurement of between 10 micron and 0.5mm.

Ideal for measuring product thickness, coil winding or tension control as well precise width measurement. When connected in master and slave mode these LTMs automatically provide thickness. Available with RS232 or RS422 Interface, as well analogue output that can be configured on request. When supplied with our CPU absolute thickness or width is provided turning these devices into a total solution gauge.

Laser Level Sensors

Laser Level Sensors

Our MDCLS Series of Laser Level Sensors are purpose built for measuring molten liquid non–ferrous metal in the casting plant at the header box and launder as well as level control for the liquid metal pump. The laser measuring unit is supplied in a stainless secondary protective enclosure with an air purged nozzle to keep out contaminates.

As non-contact this sensor is not subject to wear as well as incorporating temperature and out-of range alarms. Furthermore, this laser level sensor incorporates an auto gain  that brightens the laser when heavy smoke on the initial fill to ensure robust level measurement is assured.

Retro-Reflect Laser

Our LT200M Retro-Reflect Laser operates up to 30 mtrs providing highly accurate product detection over the whole range as a result of linear laser beam. Alignment easily accomplished via the visible red Class II laser beam. Supplied with an output relay, NPN & PNP 500mA transistor outputs. Supplied with built-in air coolant chamber venting as air purge. Several reflectors designs are available with temperature ratings up to 240°C with optional air purge.

Barrier Laser

Barrier Laser

The VR504 Barrier Laser is totally safe invisible powerful ToF Class 1 Laser designed for penetrating the heaviest contaminate, be it steam, fog, mining dust or even furnace flames. This dependable laser works even under the most difficult conditions. Includes a secondary alarm output, adjustable to a predetermined level for indicating lens contamination and misalignment. Encapsulated within a robust stainless steel housing these lasers withoptional cooling jacket.

Laser Emitters

Our robust RDZ Laser Emitters are intended for use in heavy industry and available in green laser with 5 times the visibility of red laser providing high visibility for outdoor use and viewing by CCTV. Incorporates focusable optics to provide isometric linear line laser beams that typically are in length twice mounting hieght.

Typically used for either the determining cut line on product or positioning of cranes in the warehouse.  Stand alone laser for 80 -250 VAC connection

Thickness Gauge

Thickness Gauge

Our MDCV 83200 Series Thickness Gauge measures hot plate to a high accuracy of 120 -250 micron. This is the first time this exceptional accuracy has been achieved utilising laser measurement.

Fully automated gauge operating via a motor driven 2 tonne C Frame with many novel features providing automatic high resolution thickness measurement “on-line” in the rolling mill. This gauge utilises Class II Lasers determining thickness for ½ the cost of isotope gauges.

The Gauge C Frame is protected from radiant and ambient heat by external water cooled radiators with insulation and reflector panels secured on all the exposed faces of the C Frame. The lasers are mounted within water cooled chambers. Eexceptional automatic calibration off a Certified Master sample mounted between the throat of the C Frame and the roller table. These features mean this gauge provides exceptionally long term accuracy.

Width Gauges

Our Series LD600 family of Width Gauges comprise various model gauges utilizing either laser distance meters (LDMs) or laser triangulation meters (LTMs) for determining width according to the clients accuracy requirements and factory layout restraints. The selection of the laser heads is determined by the width dimensions and the clients accuracy requirements. 

The laser measuring heads are provided pre-mounted in robust secondary stainless enclosures with cooling and air purging to enable them to be mounted securely on each side of the line in the harshest of environments.. The wide variety of Gauges available allow the selection of the correct Width Gauge without compromise according to accuracy requirements, variation in slab width and its temperature. 

The Gauge CPU displays calculated width as well as providing these values to clients PC. Auto calibration is by inserting a extendable master bar with single button input zeroing.

Contact Us

Moduloc Control Systems Limited

Knebworth

Hertfordshire

United Kingdom

T: +44 (0)845 873 6501

F: +44 (0)1438 814366

E: sales@moduloc-intl.com

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Last Updated: 08-Sep-2011

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