Z704 REMOTEXPLORER CAMERA SYSTEM
Z704 REMOTEXPLORER CAMERA SYSTEM

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Z704 REMOTEXPLORER CAMERA SYSTEM

Z704 REMOTEXPLORER CAMERA SYSTEM

Introducing Torus’ Z704 RemoteXplorer, offering remote visual global support from our head office

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Remote support has been available for many years via Torus’ global helpdesk team, but only now can ‘eyes on’ support be offered via a new extension of Torus’ traditional GaugeXplorer software. RemoteXplorer, with the permission of customers, the gauges can now be monitored visually using RemoteXplorer’s newly developed pan and tilt camera system and software package.

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    STATISTICAL PROCESS CONTROL (SPC) SOFTWARE FOR DATA ACQUISITION​

    Statistical Process Control (SPC) Software for Data Acquisition

    Using Industry standard database platforms, SPCXplorer is suitable for single station application, through to full factory database-centric network installations.Statistical Process Control (SPC) software is essential for manufacturing wide quality monitoring. 

    Upgrade Existing SPC Software Systems

    With our database migration tools and backward compatibility architecture, users of the previous generation Repro2000 statistical process control software can upgrade with minimal disruption to their daily operation.

    Designed with the needs of shop-floor data collection in mind, SPCXplorer can be interfaced to a large variety of manual instrumentation via RS232 connectivity, or for more complex gauging systems, can process bespoke ASCII data files via Ethernet.

    The Reporting module ensures the data is displayed in the right format for your quality reviews, and with its simple and powerful administration functions, access to the management and configuration areas of the software is password protected for assured security.

    Reliable & Professional SPC Software for Industry – SPCXplorer

    Statistical Process Control software helps prevent business relative issues before they occur, via the use of data driven quality analysis. This enables you to monitor your production process by utilising visual diagrams such as Control Charts, customers have the ability to create specific control boundaries for all of their process monitoring needs. SPCXplorer detects manufacturing issues before they occur.

    Using statistical process control software and knowing how efficient your processes are running, helps give the operators valuable information on whether to instigate or adjust their manufacturing processes or whether to carry on with the current process.

    Want to know more about our SPC software? Contact us today.

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      GAUGEXPLORER SOFTWARE

      GaugeXplorer Software

      GXP software is fundamental to all Torus Measurement Systems gauges, providing smooth reliable gauge operation, including state of the art intuative diagnostic tools, allowing the operators and our TMS support team easy access to the gauge where ever in the world you are.

      GXP software has a range of features for your specific industry requirements to help improve productivity & meet quality requirements.

      • Helping improve productivity, industry specific processes, quality assurance, operator confidence
      • Advanced customer support (on-line) via our help desk
      • Continuous optimisation, ensuring we exceed customer expectations with state of the art GXP
      • Software reliability (customer confidence)
       

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        MASTER RE-CALIBRATION FOR METAL PACKAGING SYSTEMS

        MASTER RE-CALIBRATION FOR METAL PACKAGING SYSTEMS

        Ensure your product quality is never compromised by utilising Torus’ Master re-calibration service for your gauge masters.

        Specifications

        The Beverage Can Master supplied with your gauge is extremely important for the reliability of your measurement results.

         

        As the original equipment manufacturer Torus Measurement Systems recommends that your Master is re-calibrated annually to continually assess for wear, damage and integrity. This ensures your product quality is never compromised.

         

        Torus are a leading manufacturer in gauging systems for the packaging industry worldwide, with the expertise to understand the functionality and critical features of your master.

         

        Torus Measurement Systems Master Calibration Service offers:

        • ISO 17025 (UKAS approved measurement methods)
        • ISO 9001 (BSI approved Quality Management System)
        • Continual commitment to quality
        • Quick turnaround offering minimum disruption (typical 3 – 5 days)
        • Value for money
        • Annual re-call notification when your master is due for calibration (this is driven by our own bespoke software Information Management System) – this notification will be sent to your preferred contact six weeks prior to when your master is due for re-calibration.

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          Z705 BODY MAKER (BM) RECOGNITION MODULE

          Z705 BODY MAKER (BM) RECOGNITION MODULE

          The Z705 Body Maker Recognition Module is the latest release to provide traceability to measurement data supporting process control within the beverage can packaging industry

          Specifications

          Designed to be integrated into all new and existing Torus gauging systems, unlike, its predecessor, the new Z705 Body Maker Module has an inbuilt turnover option, and can operate universally in conjunction with both Z301 Trimmed Can Inspection and Z302 Finished Can Inspection gauges, offering traceability on both trimmed and finished components within one measurement system.

          The Z705 Body Maker Recognition Module operates both single and double-digit Alphaneumeric Code, without any influence from the application of Body Maker underlining, vent holes or spray head traceability markings.

          Integrated with Torus’ GaugeXplorer software, the Z705 adds process traceability to components measured within additional gauging modules. With advanced through-put control, the sampling for each Body Maker can be set at a target rate, to ensure an equal distribution of measurement results.

           

          Torus Beverage Can Gauging

          Beverage Cans

          Measurement Features

          Feature

          • Body Maker Character Recognition | Accuracy:  > 95%

           

          Technical Specification

          Capabilities

          • Can Range | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 307 body diameters
          • Can Materials | Aluminium/Steel
          • Can Height Range | Typical Range: 87 – 210 mm
          • Trimmed and finished components within one Body Maker camera module (previously, limited to either trimmed or finished due to product handling restrictions)
          • Measurement data process traceability control for both trimmed and finished components
          • On-site customer training capability (previously completed remotely due to complex nature of training)
          • Torus report screens for Body Maker sampling control

           

          A multi-segment illumination source, operates simultaneously with image acquisition, rotating around an optimal search area, collecting multi-image captures throughout the range. Using latest photometric stereo post image control processing technology, a high-quality result against a pre-defined model is identified. The Body Maker Recognition result is then tagged to the component for measurement result traceability, reported in conjunction with measurement data results.

           

          An example of the Body Maker results below:

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            Z701 END OF LINE RECOGNITION AND SORTING VISION SYSTEM

            Z701 END OF LINE RECOGNITION AND SORTING VISION SYSTEM

            Torus’ Z701 Vision Sorting System provides many benefits for can makers operating a sorting line

            Specifications

            The Z701 Vision Sorting System has been developed specifically to meet customer end of line sorting requirements to facilitate sorting of HFI (Hold for Inspection) pallets to reduce manual work.

             

            Torus Beverage Can Gauging

             

            Measurement Features

            • UV Base Rim Coat (BRC) Presence
            • Visible/UV Spray Dot
            • Visible/UV 2 & 5 Digit Dot Matrix Character Code

             

            Key Features

            • High-resolution 5-megapixel camera and lens
            • High-power, strobe, white ‘flat dome’ lights, with high-speed timing and lighting controller
            • Optical coated, scratch resistance transfer plate
            • Protective guarding
            • Software and licences for colour dot recognition
            • Software and licences for character recognition
            • Batch information, inclusive of reject and re-palletize count and percentage
            • Customers have the ability to sort HFI pallets by ISG or by UV Base Rim Coat presence
            • Sorting system can check for UV Base Rim Coat (BRC) presence, visible/UV spray dot or dot matrix character code
            • Reduce manual inspection which often leads to rejects being missed and slower sort speeds
            • Saves operator resource
            • Eliminates chance of reject cans reaching the customer
            • Network compatible for remote access
            • Pedestal can be positioned up to 10m away from the vision system, meaning customers can review image captures from the production floor

            The Z701 integrates directly into an existing end of line sorter with minimal adjustments required. The system can be integrated into an existing or new sorter – Torus work closely with the customer’s chosen integrator to ensure a successful installation. A site survey is carried out by both parties to agree the suggested location for the integration.

            1-01

            The camera will be located on your existing sorting line

            2-01

            The Vision System can be positioned up to 10m away from the camera

            3-01

            The 2nd monitor can be positioned up to 10m away from the Vision System, enabling the user to measure results from elsewhere in the facility

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