The first challenge was taking the plastic vials from the injection moulding machine robot. The robot holds 6 vials at the time in the horizontal position.
The second challenge was to close both the main lid with anti-tamper seal and the top cap. The anti-temper seal required a small plastic pin to be pushed into locating tag as the lid is closed. The top cap could only be closed 80% to allow users to reopen the cap.
Challenge three was accepting round RFID tags from the sorting machine, orienting and positioning the tags before punching them into the base of the vials.
The reject system required a reliable method of reading the lid position before deciding to eject of reject.
To accept the vials from the injection moulding machine a robotic arm is used with a custom vacuumed operated pick-head.
The vials are inserted into cups on a rotary table, the table rotates the vials through four stations to complete the various tasks.
At station one the vials are loaded onto the table.
Station two closes both vial lids one at the time using pneumatically actuated rollers and plungers.
Station three accepts the RFID tags from the sorting machine and stacks them vertically using a funnel system. A slide plate takes the tags two at a time and places them under the vials for punching.
Station four uses data about the vial quality from proximity sensors and four axis pneumatic control to correctly eject or reject the product.
RML have an amazing team of people. They were easy to work with and were happy to assist with any problems we encountered during the design and commissioning process.
We’ve been so impressed by the level of service and quality of machinery that RML have built for us. With such an efficient machine, we’ve had no problem keeping up with production times and demands.
Working with RML on an innovative solution was straightforward. Their in-house expertise in all aspects of the design and build added value to the project delivery process and made some tough challenges easier to overcome.
Our experience working with RML has been positive. We feel we received value for our investment.
The machine provided by RML has to date, resulted in consistent high-quality product for SNPshot Technologies and guaranteed production costs.
We saw a 30% increase in line speed and output as a result of the RML equipment
The trust and reliance that has grown from this project has us achieving numnbers we previously did not think would be possible. We will be searching for opportunities to collaborate with RML in future.
Our integrated, advanced operation ensures the best quality cream cheese is produced consistently.
It was an opportunity to increase the packing line automation, with labour savings offsetting the capital costs.
RML worked with us to understand our requirements and designed a solution to suit our needs. RML delivered an automated system to service two moulding machines producing the Gallagher Ring Top Posts.
We set RML a challenge, design and build a new butter packing machine for a challenging application. RML produced a smart and effective solution that exceeded our expectations.
Ongoing service and support is important to us. RML knew this and I am pleased to say we are not disappointed. I have and will continue to recommend RML to others in our industry based on our experience
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