Z601 Automatic Progression Gauge
The TRAC Measurement Systems EOE Progression Gauge has been developed to complement your Automatic Shell Inspection systems used widely throughout the Metal Packaging Industry. The system incorporates two Non Contact Laser Sensors, mounted in differential on a rigid caliper, the component location table is then traversed under CNC control to the required position by a 3 axis stage and the EOE rotated to the required position for inspection of each selected feature.
The system can be supplied for a single fixed diameter or for multiple sizes from 200 – 209 diameter.
Using our proven Hopper “Pick & Place” handling system, a full progression of ends may be loaded for automatic inspection, this high speed handling system ensures minimal handling time loss, resulting in reduced inspection time.
Interchangeable Hoppers, with a capacity of 48 Ends each, can be supplied. Typically one Load and one Un-load Hopper are specified per End diameter.
The gauge is isolated from the effects of shop floor vibration through the use of vibration damping feet.
The operator selects the End type and size to be measured from an on-screen menu. When the End type is selected the operator will be asked to identify: the Press / Presses, the Lane ID and the samples to be inspected.
The system is available in two variants, standard and enhanced. The enhanced version allows optional measurement of additional features, see specification over leaf for details.
Cycle time is a critical feature of all automatic measurement systems, using our state of the art GaugeXplorer software combined with an industry standard multi axis CNC stage, speed and reliability are assured. Typically, standard features are inspected in approximately 120 seconds per full progression. Cycle time for enhanced feature inspection is related to the number of features being checked.
