The CENTERWAVE 6000 provides continuous 360° measurement of plastic pipes directly on the extrusion line.
Installed after the vacuum tank, the system measures pipe dimensions in real time, allowing manufacturers to maintain consistent product quality throughout production.
Key advantages include:
- Continuous 360° measurement of the entire pipe circumference
- Immediate dimensional data during production
- One-button operation without calibration
- Automatic control to minimum wall thickness for material savings
- Dynamic shrinkage prediction to determine final pipe dimensions early
Engineered for precision, the Centerwave 6000 guarantees accuracy in its measurements and is issued with a certificate of guarantee, confirming its performance and compliance with industry standards.
Improving Quality While Reducing Material Use
By providing accurate, real-time measurement, the CENTERWAVE 6000 allows manufacturers to reduce safety margins and optimise wall thickness.
This helps extrusion plants:
- Maintain consistent product specifications
- Reduce start-up scrap
- Lower raw material consumption
- Improve overall production efficiency
With improved process control, many manufacturers see a return on investment in less than six months.
Strengthening Quality Control in Pipe Extrusion
In continuous extrusion production, inspection systems play a critical role in ensuring consistent product quality.
Technologies such as the CENTERWAVE 6000 enable manufacturers to monitor pipe dimensions throughout the production process, helping them reduce waste, improve efficiency, and maintain high manufacturing standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is inspection important in pipe extrusion?
Inspection ensures pipe dimensions such as wall thickness and diameter remain within specification during continuous production.
What does the CENTERWAVE 6000 measure?
It measures pipe diameter, wall thickness, and roundness using continuous 360° radar-based measurement.
Where is the CENTERWAVE 6000 installed?
The system is typically installed directly after the vacuum tank on the extrusion line.
How does it improve extrusion efficiency?
By detecting dimensional deviations early and enabling control to the minimum wall thickness, manufacturers can reduce material waste and scrap.