“With Villari's crack sensors, we are increasing the reliability of safety-critical equipment such as cranes in the steel industry.”
Jeroen Van Wittenberghe, Sr. Team Leader at OCAS NV
As the number of aging assets rises, steel industry equipment faces higher loads, increasing the risk of failures and costly production stoppages. Frequent inspections are essential, but critical areas are often hard to access. That’s why OCAS NV has partnered with Villari to implement a more efficient approach.
Villari's wireless crack sensors provide continuous monitoring of critical locations, allowing remote tracking through a graphical interface. This ensures maintenance teams can adapt schedules and intervene at the right time, avoiding unexpected breakdowns.
The partnership combines OCAS NV's expertise in asset integrity with Villari’s cutting-edge technology, supporting proactive maintenance and extending asset lifetimes.
About OCAS
OCAS (OnderzoeksCentrum voor de Aanwending van Staal) is a Belgium-based research center advancing steel and metal-based solutions for global industry needs. With a highly skilled team and state-of-the-art labs, OCAS develops alloys, coatings, and steel applications, with a focus on energy, durability, and environmental impact. In partnership with Villari, OCAS enhances steel industry safety by integrating wireless crack sensors for real-time monitoring of critical assets, helping prevent costly breakdowns. OCAS is part of the Finocas Group, a joint venture between the Flemish Region and ArcelorMittal Belgium.
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