Sluice Gates and High-Friction Management
Focus: Precise Flow Control and Drive Power Protection
Sluice gates operate under high water head, sliding directly against guide surfaces. This high friction places a massive load on the drive units, particularly hydraulic cylinders or screw-nut mechanisms (HPU). Over time, surface wear or degradation of oil quality can cause sudden gate seizure or failure to maintain precise discharge control.
The KIT System Digital Solution:
- Smart Hydraulic and Pressure Monitoring: Data from pressure sensors installed on the hydraulic cylinder inlet-outlet lines and current transformers on the motors are processed using advanced analytics.
- Friction and Wear Early Warning: When the pressure required to lift the gate begins to exceed theoretical limits, the KIT System predicts the fault weeks in advance. This prevents unplanned shutdowns and ensures water discharge control remains at millimetric precision.
