What machine sizes are available?
The full bottle inspection machine "FVI-DGI" is used to detect bad, damaged or soiled swing-top bottles and swing-top closures with bad, damaged or soiled rubber seals. The inspection machine can optionally be upgraded with logo detection. The speed range depends on different machine sizes. The following machine sizes are available:
| Description | FVI-DGI8 | FVI-DGI15 | FVI-DGI20 | FVI-DGI24 | FVI-DGI30 | FVI-DGI40 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of locations | 8 | 15 | 20 | 24 | 30 | 40 |
| Rated capacity Bph | 6.500 | 13.000 | 16.000 | 19.000 | 26.000 | 32.000 |
| Maximum capacity Bph | 7.500 | 14.000 | 17.000 | 20.000 | 28.000 | 34.000 |
| Length mm | 2.710 | 2.940 | 3.500 | 3.500 | 5.315 | 5.355 |
| Width mm | 1.800 | 1.950 | 2.730 | 2.730 | 3.125 | 4.205 |
| Height mm | 2.700 | 2.700 | 2.700 | 2.700 | 3.085 | 3.085 |
Functional description
All bottle types are checked and analysed using the detection methods listed below in the full bottle inspector. For the swing-top bottle alignment, we use the same system as in our closing machines. The botte gets orientated and we lift-up the swing-top closure in the alignment guide. At this point the rubber seal turns down and we check and analyse the surface and properties of the seal.
Controlled criteria:
Height-control detection
By using sensors, we detect the height of the bottle. If the bottle is too high, the machine will switch off. A pre-detection for different diameters and heights must already be preceded by the customer, including a discharge of these wrong bottles!!
Bottle-base control
Via camera
control, which is mounted above the bottle, the bottle base is illuminated and controlled from the bottom
during the transfer between the main star and the outfeed star. When we detect damaged or dirt bottles, a
signal is tracked via a bottle tracing register with the bottle to the rejection unit and the bottle is
ejected.
Infrared control (Residual Liquid) and high-frequency control (Lye)
Residual lye control by using HF = high frequency
Shortly before the outfeed star, we have a residual lye control by using a high-frequency sensor. This
high-frequency measuring technology detects the smallest quantities of lye in the bottle.
or safety reasons, we have a residual liquid control for
second check!
Residual liquid control by using infrared rays Following the residual lye control, the residual liquid in the bottle is measured via an infrared sensor. Both detections are integrated into the bottle tracing register and lead to the guaranteed discharge of this bottle when liquids are detected!
Logo & rubber seal inspection:
Camera 1:
The first camera is mounted after the hygienic tunnel underneath the carousel to inspect the swing
stoppers on the bottom side (rubber seal). The following criteria can be controlled:
Damage to the nipple
Damage to the rubber seal
Condition of the seal (Discolouration, soiling, mold)
Camera 2:
The second camera is mounted on the hygienic tunnel to inspect the logo of the swing stopper head. The
following criteria can be controlled:
Roundness of Cap
Logo
Damage of Cap
Evaluation
The
control panel for the camera system is mounted on the machine enclosure. Over the user friendly interface,
live images direct from the camera are displayed, inlcluding the evaluation results for each individual swing
stopper. For a better overview and a more detailed analysis of production statics, the history function can be
used to review over a specific time period.
Machine design
All elements are
made from rust-proof stainless steel (1.4301) and hard-wearing, durable plastic (PAS 10 and PAX LX). Soiling
can be rinsed off with hot water (up to 90° C). The moisture created by this acts as a lubricant when the
plant is re-started. The lower part of the plant is formed by a solid frame which is welded together from NIRO
stainless steel tubes. The upper part of the plant is fitted with a transparent protective covering as
standard.
Noise protection enclosure
The system is fitted by default with a transparent safety enclosure made of composite safety glass (CSG) in
accordance with DIN 12543-2. Noise emissions are reduced as a result and the operator is isolated from the
hazard zone. CSG is a laminate safety glass that does not shatter when broken. Reducing the risk of injury in
the case of an accident.
Why AMS?
In addition to many years of industry experience and specialization in technology related to the swing lock, our systems have a high safety and quality standard. Standard-compliant machine components from leading manufacturers, the highest quality seals and the finest materials are used in this system and guarantee problem-free operation.
Product pictures
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