PEC 2020 | Automation World

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Sentient Labeling Machine Self Diagnoses

Sentient is a human term, which means to feel and perceive.

With Aveva Insights, users can see details showing the specific operating parameters that have been crossed by the motor, the consequences of motor failure to the line, and prescriptive actions he can take to solve the issue.

Guided Analytics Software Streamlines Equipment Maintenance

Aveva demonstrates how the guided analytics capabilities of its Insight software alerts users to performance anomalies, directs repairs, and provides deep, user-specific equipment details.

Brian Jeppesen, automation engineering supervisor at Omron Automation’s Technology Center, explains the Traceability 4.0 concept.

Improving Product Quality with Automated Traceability

Omron Automation demonstrates how it uses the MQTT industrial communication protocol to track work-in-process and finished goods.

Machine-centric robotics is about merging the robot controller into the machine controller so that users can manage servo control, I/O, and visualization from one industrial PC.

What Is Machine-Centric Robotics?

End users’ increasing retrofits of machines to process more SKUs is driving the integration of ABB’s robots with B&R’s control system to speed up cycle times, minimize dwell times, and eliminate extra hardware like external encoders for tracking.

Opportunities for Robotics in Omni-Channel Fulfillment

Fanuc shares stats on e-commerce growth as well as provides insight on the opportunities for using robotics in a number points along the logistics supply chain.

The Vision Robot Unit, or VRU, is designed for accurate and flexible inspection of vials, syringes, cartridges, and more.

Human-Like Robotic Visual Inspection for Vials, Syringes and More

With deep learning, the Vision Robot Unit is designed to meet emerging “smart factory” needs for a fully automated, flexible inspection system that enhances control process reliability.

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SIKO Adds IO-Link to Positioning Drives

With the open standard of the IO-Link interface, integration options are available for machine control from a variety of providers.

Rich Carpenter, general manager, product management of machine automation solutions at Emerson Automation Solutions, demonstrates the capabilities the Movicon.NExT software adds to the forthcoming PACEdge IIoT.

New Edge Computing Platform Combines Data, Analytics, and Control

The forthcoming PACEdge IIoT controller from Emerson Automation Solutions combines Emerson’s technologies with those from its recent acquisitions of GE Intelligent Platforms and Progea.

Shawn Cheney, Chief Controls Engineer at Pearson Packaging Systems,

End-of-Line Automation: Risk Reduction Through Digital Twin Technology

See how digital twin technology can speed design and concept level processes for risk reduction and faster machine development solutions.

The new machine platform offers complete versatility: High performance, flexible formats and functional modules, including the OPTIMA Zero L1 for feminine hygiene and light incontinence products.

Modular Platform for Healthcare Manufacturing

Optima's new Zero machine platform offers extreme flexibility in packaging for a range of products in one system, including feminine hygiene and light incontinence products.

Yaskawa Motoman HC20XP

A Cobot for End-of-Line Palletizing

Yaskawa Motoman’s HC20XP collaborative robot with a 1.7 meter reach is IP67-rated, easy to program, and safe and flexible enough to work alongside people or move between conveyors.

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The Beat Goes On at PACK EXPO Connects

Don’t be left behind, register now as packaging industry’s biggest 2020 event hits the homestretch.

B&R uses four of its technologies to create an adaptive machine: AcoposTrak, integrated machine vision, machine centric robotics, and digital twins.

The Adaptive Machine for Mass Customization

B&R’s adaptive machine concept includes its AcoposTrak, integrated machine vision, machine centric robotics, and digital twin technologies.

The Alvey890i palletizing system from Honeywell Intelligrated analyzes real time and historic data to detect any condition that could impact performance.

Palletizer System with Built-In Analytics

The Alvey 890i series from Honeywell Inteligrated is a fully automated palletizing system that also analyzes real time and historic data to detect any performance-impacting conditions.

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Van der Graaf Unveils IronGrip Lagging System

The company’s drum motor includes a new patented lagging system that can extend the lifespan of the overall conveyor system.

Kate Cramer, automation engineer at Omron Automation, explains the features and functions of the new HD-1500 autonomous mobile robot.

Autonomous Mobile Robot

Omron’s new HD-1500 mobile robot is guided by sensors and laser technology to move safely around production environments to pick up and drop off materials and products.

Aaron Donlan, product manager at Epson Robots, explains the features and capabilities of the new C12XL robot.

High-Payload, High-Reach, Lightweight 6-Axis Robot

The C12XL 6-axis robot from Epson Robots is the company’s highest payload, highest reach robot and can be used for packaging, kitting, machine tending, or palletizing.

Ray Fortuna, global product manager at Matthews Marking Systems discusses the Active Bulk Ink System (ABIS) at PACK EXPO Connects

Overcoming Ink Obstacles in High-Speed Primary Packaging Coding

Matthews Marking Systems’ Active Bulk Ink System ensures accurate performance of thermal inkjet printers.

Nord Gear's LogiDrive system includes a high efficiency Nord gearbox, IE4 or IE5+ permanent magnet synchronous motor, a decentralized variable frequency drive, M12 signal connectors, and an incremental encoder.

Modular Drive System with High-Efficiency Motor

With an eye toward reducing total cost of ownership, the new drive system from Nord Gear features high-efficiency components such as Nord’s high efficiency gearbox and compatibility with IE4 or IE5 motors.

Worker using Honeywell Intelligrated's TechSight to receive guided maintenance assistance.

Audio-Visual Headset for Maintenance and Repair

TechSight from Honeywell Intelligrated allows for hands-free visualization of maintenance and repair procedures with remote support.

ABB's IRB 390 has a 35% faster pick speed and 45% increase in payload (up to 15 kg), compared to ABB’s IRB 360-8/1130 FlexPicker.

Delta Robots for Packaging Line Optimization

New pick-and-place robot from ABB picks faster, handles higher payloads, and operates with software that uses digital twin technology to optimize packaging station design.

Lenze's i950’s drive-based motion includes two of the servo drive’s modes: drive parameterization using Lenze’s pre-configured FAST software application and custom configuration using IEC 61131-3 programming languages.

IIoT-Enabled, Multi-Purpose Servo Drive

The new i950 servo drive from Lenze features three modes, providing flexibility to OEMs to use the drive in multiple standard and custom-configured packaging machine applications.