Use intelligent machine vision to inspect clear labels on translucent bottles at a rate of 150 per minute.

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This machine verifies that the bottle label is correct and that it is correctly applied. Filled bottles are transported in pucks and pass through two timing screws to provide positive positioning.

Using two cameras and strobe lights on opposite sides of the conveyor, images are taken of both sides of the bottle. Each image is compared with a master vision recipe for the given product and label. Bottles that do not meet the label criteria are rejected onto a reject conveyor.

Labels can be inspected using pattern matching or OCV (Optical Character Verification) criteria. The current number of recipes is greater than 300 and is only limited by network data storage. All systems use a single recipe repository.

Since the bottle colors and labels vary in color, size, and sheen, the capability to automatically adjust the strobe light color (Red, Green, Blue, or White), strobe time and intensity, brightness, contrast, threshold values, characters verified, and background color is provided.

Live images and results are displayed the HMI screen for operators to view. The system was designed and built to meet FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements for electronic records. All recipes and data are controlled through passwords and information logged to a central SQL database.

SPECIFICATIONS

• CONTROL SYSTEM: Allen-Bradley SLC-500 and PC running custom vision applications.
• OPERATOR INTERFACE: RSView SE from Rockwell Software.
• MACHINE VISION: Cognex. Two 1280x1024 CDC digital cameras with 8100D frame grabber. Custom vision applications developed using Visual Basic and VisionPro program development environment.
• ENVIRONMENT: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.
• MOTION CONTROL: Single axis servo-motor.
• THROUGHPUT: 150 bottles per minute.
• DATABASE STORAGE: SQL Database Storage.

Bottles enter the system on a conveyor into a timing screw for location and count control, in addition to a 90 degree rotation of bottles where applicable. A programmable Cartesian pick and place creates a layer matrix on a platen. A scara robot removes an entire layer of bottles from the collator platen and places them into the case. Also, the robot adds a slip sheet between layers. Farason purchased and integrated a commercially available case erector/bottom taper machine, roller conveyors and a closer top taper machine.

The Qualipak 750 is a highly sensitive, non destructive seal integrity and leak test system with the capability to test a wide selection of bottles and cannisters in the food, medical and pharmaceutical industries.

Using the sealed component method of testing the Qualipak 750 measures the atmosphere that escapes throught the seal or container generated by placing the container in a chamber under vacuum. It is reliable and easy to use and offers unique and dependable solutions to flexible packaging testing

The Qualipak 750 provides valuable test data for packaging development and process monitoring. Data collection & Program Storage options available.

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Verify the presence of targets that can be differentiated by color, faster and with greater control. A ColorMax-1000™ color sensor lets your machine see up to 15 colors and RGB intensity. What's more, innovative technology improves sensitivity and speed, so you can maximize the pace of manufacturing.

Recognizes 15 colors. Use fewer sensors. No need to reprogram when you change setups. Traditional color sensors output only a "match/no match" condition, but the ColorMax™-1000 also outputs the analog values for each RGB reading. Now machines and operators can see not just which color, but how much color - enabling tighter control. 2 to 5 times faster sample speed - for fast manufacturing. The only color sensor in an M30 package. Highest resolution and repeatability specs in the industry. Sophisticated algorithms ignore luster PC-based configuration; lock out

Quality starwheels and guides are CAD drawn and machined on CNC machines to insure proper bottle locations and tolerance. Change parts like Ernst timing screws can be made out of many different materials and colors. They also have the capability of cutting guides up to 5' x 10' for any large products that may have to be done. Quick change systems are also available on any application with proper prints on machine.

Known the world over as the technological leader in the production of precision-engineered feed screws for all forms of packaging equipment, Ernst Timing Screw Co. brings the same unmatched design and quality to its quick change machine parts.

Ernst ball bearing, Quick-Knob system dramatically speeds up multi-line changeovers and reduces downtime! Line changeovers are simple, fast and smooth. No tools are required which means no stripped bolts or lost hardware.

Ernst change parts are computer-designed and manufactured from a wide range of durable materials including UHMW and PVC. Core parts are offered in stainless steel and 6061 T-6 aluminum which can be coated in different colored anodizing and hard coating. They offer long life, easy cleaning and maintenance.

Integrated with Ernst precision-engineered timing screws and drive units, Ernst Quick-Change parts help keep your entire packaging production line running smooth for maximum efficiency.

Let Ernst show you their expertise and fast turnaround in designing individual replacement parts or complete quick change assemblies, custom designed for your specific requirements.

Additional Information

Pioneers in High Purity Acid - Manufacturing You can trust The time-tested experience of GFS Chemicals when it comes to your high purity acid needs. Why? Well, for starters, GFS began manufacturing high purity acids in 1956. Then, in response to a request from chemists analyzing lunar samples brought back on the Apollo space missions, we scaled-up our production in the 1960's. By using specially designed stills, we were able to provide the highest quality acid available, containing virtually no trace contaminants whatsoever. Ongoing refinements to our acid distillation technologies allow us to keep our product purity in line with advancing instrumental capabilities and ever lower detection limits. With each step, our acid becomes more and more pure. We take the best acids and make them better! When we began making high purity acids in the mid-1950's, we learned that simply doing multiple distillations would not produce the parts per trillion impurity levels we were in search of. High Purity Acid production is an art, but it is an art form which we have perfected. Today, these acids are used extensively all over the world in such analytical applications as stabilization of environmental samples, trace elementanalysis and numerous other applications which require consistently High Purity Acids. We also provide bulk packaging options for process applications requiring specific impurity profiles such as etchants and chemical machining planarization. Pinnacle (PPB) & Veritas Trilion (PPT) Mineral Acids GFS has been redistilling mineral acids for use in analytical chemistry labs for over sixty years. Chemists with very exacting requirements have always felt free to contact us about their special needs. GFS begins manufacture of all our Trace Metal Grade acid by starting with the finest ACS reagent acid available. If the market doesn't offer acids of sufficient purity, we'll make them. Today's rapidly advancing technology means the demand for these grades of acids will continue to expand at a rapid pace.Along with this increased demand for acids, a growing awareness of the need for Trace Metal Documentation is prevalent in modern analytical instrumentation. We offer the above analysis documentation for our Trace Metal Grade acids. Packaging GFS offers numerous options ranging in size and bottle type. A glass bottle is typical packaging for ACS and ACS Superior acids. We also use a variety of fluorinated bottles to maintain the integrity of our higher purity acids. We strive to remain current with today's high purity packaging options and welcome your suggestions on options to meet your needs. GFS works with many customers who provide packaging for unique applications. From bottles to drums to totes, we are committed to maintaining the highest quality acids. Packaged in Teflon® Our Double Distilled Acids are packaged in pre-soaked Teflon® bottles. Not only do these Teflon® bottles impart no impurities to the acid, they are also very easy to use, are easily resealed to ensure product integrity, and can be returned for bottle credit against your next acid order. 1. Reagent First, we start with the finest ACS reagent grade acids available 2. ACS Superior Enhanced trace metal impurity limits are certified for uses where both high purity and economy are essential 3. Pinnacle PPB Next, we slowly redistill the reagent grade in specially designed glass stills, to produce acid with very low or absent trace elements, commonly called PPB grade acids 4. Environmental A full trace metal scan (ICP) is provided for redistilled acids specially packaged in fluoro polymer bottles. This special packaging maintains the trace element consistency of B, Si, Ca, Al, and other elements commonly found in glass bottles while maintaining economical pricing compared to packaging in Teflon® bottles 5. Veritas® Trilion Finally, we produce our highest purity product from our redistilled grade acids, commonly called PPT grade acids. Distillation is done through custom made Vycor®/Quartz stills or our new Teflon® still. This step virtually removes remaining trace metal contaminants and nearly all of the volatile and nonvolatile impurities. Acids retain their purity through packaging in Teflon® bottles.