Process and packaging automation components at OEM

Efficient operation of process and packaging machinery

Control panel components are fundamental to the functioning of machinery and are used in every and any industry. Those needing less maintenance and less downtime are clearly benefitted for efficiency.

Conta-clip have developed a large range of cable entry systems that can accommodate single cables or multiple cables in a small footprint. They consist of only three parts and are quick and easy to assemble. 

Emerson is the first pick for packaging and leading provider of pneumatic and motion control components. With more than 50,000 valves, an extensive range of air preparation equipment, and a full line of actuation products, creates comprehensive suites of flow control and pneumatic solutions. Our total system solutions bring special advantages for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical packaging, as well as for other consumer and industrial container applications.

Standardisation in automation

Automated machinery can produce consistent outputs. This can be checked through a system that includes effective process equipment and traceability, inspection and quality monitoring components. 

Smart cameras are one of the most effective ways of monitoring the process line. Most inspection tasks required can be solved by using Datalogic’s IMPACT technology smart cameras. We offer the P2X by Datalogic, a very powerful smart camera.

3D cameras are extremely valuable when the volume, shape or 3D position of objects needs to be analysed. The Basler Blaze Time-of-Flight (ToF) camera provides high resolution 3D images at a very attractive price/performance ratio, with a 2D and a 3D image in one shot.

Applications include part inspection, vehicle guidance, tote loading and automated unloading.

Whatever your needs, scanners are available in various types such as fixed and hand-held scanners for barcodes; 2D code and DPM (direct part marking) reading; and high-speed, long-range and wide field of view options.

Automation components meet speed, precision, repeatability and adaptability

Automation achieves these by replacing the need for physical labour and increasing efficiency in order to meet huge (and changing) market demands.

Motor, drives and linear products can be used throughout and with communication options such as CanOpen, Ethercat, Modbus, Ethernt/IP, Profinet and more. 

For speed and performance requirements, choose motion control drives that are standalone or embedded. They can be easily tuned to any suitable motor.

Process instrumentation can be used in machinery to get products from A to B seamlessly, controlling the level, pressure and flow of the product being handled. 

Cost efficient machinery

Equipment that helps in reducing wastage and labour costs and improving general efficiency will reduce overall costs, with the likelihood of increased ROI.

Process equipment which lead to reduced costs and time saving could include, for example, twin-screw pumps, which avoid the need for an additional CIP pump.

A pigging system reduces wastage, achieving cost reductions. Media is prevented from getting through when a pig is pushed into the pipe. This enables the pipe to be scraped and cleaned quickly, and the potential of cross-contamination is minimised.

Better safety processes

Safety standards are increasing for machinery, and with the help of certifications like ATEX approvals and ISO, you can ensure your machinery passes all its checks.

Safety light curtains are commonly found on process and packaging lines and are installed alongside or above machinery. If an object or person passes the safety light curtain, the machine stops.

Trapped key interlocks are used for access purposes and isolate the machinery before someone can enter a dangerous area. This option is inherently reliable, as an individual can only gain access by going through the correct sequence to gain access.