ScrapVision: material quality video analytics

In Action
Instance segmentation with per-piece sizing, on a working pile
3D reconstruction of a single segmented piece
Business Impact

Prevents furnace downtime and equipment damage by detecting oversized scrap before charging, improving reliability, safety, and operational efficiency

How It Works

01

Oversized Scrap Detection

Prevents furnace downtime and equipment damage by detecting oversized scrap before charging, improving reliability, safety, and operational efficiency

02

Automated Alerts

Automatically identifies and alerts operators about oversized items

03

Blockage Prevention

Prevents shaft blockages and costly maintenance issues (e.g., water leak risks)

04

Workflow Integration

Seamlessly integrates into scrap yard workflows for real-time alerts

Hardware
The MMI LaserVision-001 camera unit

MMI LaserVision-001

We built this camera for this job. Off-the-shelf cameras give you a picture; sizing scrap needs depth, and needs it from a unit that holds up to a working yard.

See the camera