How does it work?
- The system analyses thermoform defects presence during manufacturing cycle time by means of computer vision and AI techniques.
- It is directly connected to the thermoforming line in order to synchronize the necessary signals for the proper operation of the inspection system.
- When one or several defective thermoforms are detected, the system identifies them on the HMI and activates an alarm using a beacon and an acoustic signal.
- The acceptance or rejection criteria can be adapted to the specific needs of each client.
- Upon detection of a defect, the system sends a signal to the thermoforming machine and the defective parts can be segregated using different methods depending on the machine configuration.
- The system shows them on the HMI and the inspection history can be checked in order to extract conclusions at a later stage.
What does our system guarantee?
- Inspection within cycle time.
- Data analytics in real time in order to take in-line decisions.
- Analysis of product defects.
- Photographic documentation of defective thermoforms.
- In-line removal of non-compliant products.
- Export of inspection results to most commonly used formats.
- Taking corrective actions during the production stage.
- Significant reduction in costs associated with non-quality products.
- Avoid Customer penalties.
Our system is designed to identify defects in the thermoforming process
- The presence of foreign objects/ contamination on the thermoforms: Dirt, metal parts, cracks, holes, bits of plastic, black points, hairs, bugs or contamination.
- The presence/absence and position of the pad inside the thermoforms (trays) and its position.
- In case you work with glue coating:
- Incorrect application of the glue film on the trays contour during the production process.
- Bald spots or areas without glue on the trays contour.
- Balls of glue.
The system is ready to detect defects in any type of plastic and in any colour (PET, HDPE,PVC, LDPE, PP, PS and PAPER).
