Steel beams passing through hot mill

Ecolab® Caster Systems IQ™

Water quality and equipment performance are critical to efficient continuous casting, but mechanical, operation and chemical issues can cause nozzle clogging, defects and downtime.

Caster Systems IQ addresses these challenges by using real-time monitoring to track water quality and system performance across the caster. This enables proactive intervention before problems escalate, helping maintain consistent production.

By integrating advanced sensor data, ECOLAB3D™ digital insights, automated chemical control, and expert on-site support, Caster Systems IQ helps reduce defects, extend equipment life, and improve overall reliability.

Key Benefits

  • Reduce downtime due to nozzle clogging 

  • Reduce quality defects 

  • Extend the life of sand filters and reduce maintenance needs 

  • Extend cooling town fill life and reduce cleanings 

Customer Success Stories

Steel billets in a processing mill

Caster Systems IQ Drives $130K Savings

Caster Systems IQ™ enhances efficiency by improving visibility into critical water KPIs resulting in $130K annual savings.