Transfer Ladle Tracking System Using Wireless Sensor Network

Abstract

Process optimization is one of the most important steps in improvement. Data need to be collected and evaluated to improve a process, reduce non-value-added time and make the process more efficient. Within the scope of the study, the foundry of a company that produces passenger car wheels using low pressure casting method is theoretically modified with a sensor network containing RFID and ZigBee, thermocouple and wireless forklift scale. Problems that may be encountered while establishing the sensor network are anticipated and solution suggestions are presented.