Z340 SEMI-AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE CAN COATING ANALYSER
Z340 SEMI-AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE CAN COATING ANALYSER

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Z340 SEMI-AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE CAN COATING ANALYSER

Z340 SEMI-AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE CAN COATING ANALYSER

The Z340 Automatic Coating Analyser has been developed to give detailed distribution analysis of the internal lacquer on a beverage can

Specifications

The proven contact measurement technology ensures accurate, reliable and traceable measurement 24/7.

 

Torus Beverage Can Gauging

 

Measurement Features

  • Internal Lacquer | Accuracy: +/- 0.2 µm | Capability: 0.4 µm
  • Over Varnish | Accuracy: +/- 0.2 µm | Capability: 0.4 µm
  • Rim Coat Lacquer | Accuracy: +/- 0.4 µm | Capability: 0.8 µm

 

Technical Specification

  • Beverage Can Materials | Aluminium
  • Can Stages | Trimmed, Finished, Reformed
  • Outer Body Diameter | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 300
  • Trimmed Can Height | Typical Range: 190.00 – 190.00
  • Finished Can Height | Typical Range: 90.00 – 190.00

 

Gauge Features

  • Internal Lacquer Thickness / Weight
  • External Varnish Thickness / Weight / OV (Over Ink)
  • Rim Coat Lacquer Thickness / Weight
  • Reverse Wall Inspection
  • Dual system equipped with two spectrometers – Visible Light and Near Infrared (NIR) Light, enables the OV / over ink inspection
  • Brand-new fibre set up creating a smaller spot size to optimise measurement of rim coat and reverse wall, both with dedicated tooling to enable precise location of measuring positions on both features
  • Enables monitoring and control of the lacquer distribution
  • Absolute, not inferred, lacquer thickness measurement
  • High positional accuracy, ensuring true location of measurement points
  • Multi-size capability so no need for change tooling
  • Traceable measurements to NIST standards

Customise your Gauge

Our modular gauge setups are unique and allow you to customise your gauge as and when you require, giving you the flexibility to ensure you have a total quality solution.

  1. Start with the standard Z340 Semi-Automatic Beverage Can Coating Analyser…
  2. … add any of the below optional modules at any time.
  1. Vision Module

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    Z307 SEMI-AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE CAN DESTRUCTIVE GAUGE

    Z307 SEMI-AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE CAN DESTRUCTIVE GAUGE

    Torus’ Z307 series defines the standard for destructive testing and inspection

    Specifications

    The Z307 Automatic Axial Load module determines the maximum axial load force that can be applied prior to container failure, within a short cycle time.

    The Z308 Dome Growth/Dome Reversal module provides detailed information about the overall change in length of the can when pressure is applied and subsequently removed. The system has programmable internal pressure capability to meet each customer’s exact needs for dome growth. After dome growth, the can sample can be reversed to find the maximum pressure the sample is able to withstand before failure (dome reversal)

     

    Torus Beverage Can Gauging

     

    Measurement Features

    • Axial Load | Accuracy: +/- 10 N
    • Dome Growth | Accuracy: +/- 0.10 mm
    • Dome Reversal | Accuracy: +/- 0.05 bar

     

    Technical Specification

    • Can Materials | Aluminium
    • Can Stages | Finished, Straight Walled
    • Can Finished Height Range | Typical Range: 87 – 190 mm
    • Can Outer Body Diameter | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 307
    • Internal Neck Diameter | Typical Range: Ø 200 – Ø 209
    • Axial Load | Typical Range: ≤ 2000 N
    • Dome Growth/Dome Reversal | Typical Range: ≤ 930 kPa

     

    Gauge Features

    • Available for both straight walled and finished beverage cans
    • Industry standard location patterns for component neck support Selectable crush speed
    • Factory set patterns to ensure parallelism between gauge tooling faces
    • Z307: Multi-size capability with no change tooling for both necked and straight walled can inspection
    • Z307: Short cycle times
    • Z307: Customer-specific data outputs (kgs, lbf, newtons etc)
    • Z307: High-accuracy axial load cell technology
    • Z308: Multi-size capability with no change tooling for swing line operations
    • Z308: Customer-specific data outputs (psi, kpa, lbs etc)
    • Z308: High-accuracy pressure sensor technology

    Option 1: Standard Setup

    1. Axial Load Module with Automatic Change Tooling – As standard
    2. Dedicated Body Diameters – As standard

    Z308 Option:

    Interchangeable Jaws

    Option 2: Dedicated Body Diameters

    1. Axial Load Module with Automatic Change Tooling – As standard
    2. Dedicated Body Diameters with Dedicated Modules – Optional

    For dedicated body diameter product lines, the Torus modular concept is able to cover Ø 202 – Ø 307 body diameters (up to but not limited to) with a dedicated module for each with no change parts.

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      Z302 SEMI-AUTOMATIC FINISHED CAN INSPECTION GAUGE

      Z302 SEMI-AUTOMATIC FINISHED CAN INSPECTION GAUGE

      The Z302 Finished Can Back End Inspection Gauge features high-precision transducer technology, using dedicated probe contact for accurate, reliable and traceable measurement of your finished cans 24/7.

      Specifications

      An additional option is available for component rotation to enable additional radial measurement positions, giving you significantly increased measurement data allowing increased data analysis for instant process control.

       

      Torus Beverage Can Gauging

       

      Measurement Features

      • Finished Can Height | 3 positions | Accuracy: +\- 0.010 mm
      • Flange Width | 4 positions | Accuracy: +\- 0.010 mm
      • Internal Neck Diameter | 2 positions | Accuracy: +\- 0.010 mm

       

      Technical Specification

      • Can Range | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 307 body diameters
      • Can Materials | Aluminium/Steel
      • Can Height Range | Typical Range: 87 – 210 mm
      • Can Flange Width Range | Typical Range: 1.5 – 2.5 mm
      • Can Internal Neck Diameter Range | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 209 neck diameters
      • Speed and accuracy
      • Confidence in your production process
      • Modular concept to cater for future upgrades
      • Cost-effective upgrade path for additional modules to be added
      • Future upgrade path to automatic

      Our modular gauge setups are unique and allow you to customise your gauge as and when you require, giving you the flexibility to ensure you have a total quality solution.

      1. Start with the standard Z302 Finished Can Inspection Back End Gauge (1)…
      2. … add any of the below optional modules at any time.
      1. Auto Can Rotation/Reform Scanning Tooling
      2. Axial Load Module
      3. Dome Growth/Dome Reversal Module
      4. Colour Inspection Module
      5. Vision Module
      6. Lacquer Distribution Module (Visible/NIR)
      7. Enamel Rating Module

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        Z301 SEMI-AUTOMATIC UNIVERSAL (TRIMMED AND FINISHED) BEVERAGE CAN INSPECTION GAUGE

        Z301 SEMI-AUTOMATIC UNIVERSAL (TRIMMED AND FINISHED) BEVERAGE CAN INSPECTION GAUGE

        The Z301 Universal Gauge incorporates trimmed and finished can measurement into the same system, for full component measurement.

        Specifications

        The proven contact measurement technology ensures accurate, reliable and traceable measurement 24/7.

         

        Torus Beverage Can Gauging

         

        Measurement Features
        Trimmed Can Features

         

        • Can Height | 1-16 positions | Accuracy: +\- 0.010 mm
        • Top Wall Thickness | 1-16 positions | Accuracy: +\- 0.001 mm
        • Upper Mid Wall Thickness | 1-16 positions | Accuracy: +\- 0.001 mm
        • Lower Mid Wall Thickness | 1-16 positions  | Accuracy: +\- 0.001 mm
        • Wall Step
        • Dome Depth | Single Point | Accuracy: +/- 0.010 mm

         

        Finished Can Features

         

        • Can Height | 3 positions | Accuracy: +\- 0.010 mm
        • Flange Width | 4 positions | Accuracy: +\- 0.010 mm
        • Internal Neck Diameter | 2 positions | Accuracy: +\- 0.010 mm

         

         

        Technical Specification
        Trimmed Can Capabilities

         

        • Can Range | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 307 body diameters
        • Can Materials | Aluminium/Steel
        • Can Height Range | Typical Range: 87 – 210 mm
        • Can Dome Depth Range | Typical Range: 9 – 13 mm
        • Can Wall Thickness Range | Typical Range: 0 – 1 mm

         

        Finished Can Capabilities

         

        • Can Range | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 307 body diameters
        • Can Materials | Typical Range: Aluminium/Steel
        • Can Height Range | Typical Range: 87 – 210 mm
        • Can Flange Width Range | Typical Range: 1.5 – 2.5 mm
        • Can Internal Neck Diameter Range | Typical Range: Ø 200 – Ø 209 body diameters
        • Speed and accuracy
        • Confidence in your production process
        • Modular concept to cater for future upgrades
        • Cost-effective upgrade path for additional modules to be added
        • Trimmed and finished can inspection in one cabinet saves operator time, resource and space
        • Future upgrade path to automatic

        Our modular gauge setups are unique and allow you to customise your gauge as and when you require, giving you the flexibility to ensure you have a total quality solution.

        1. Start with the standard Z301 Trimmed Can Gauge (1) and the Z302 Finished Can Gauge (2)…
        2. … add any of the below optional modules at any time.
        1. Additional Options
        2. Auto Can Rotation/Reform Scanning Tooling
        3. Vision Module
        4. Axial Load Module
        5. Dome Growth/Dome Reversal Module
        6. Lacquer Distribution Module (Visible/NIR)
        7. Colour Inspection Module
        8. Enamel Rating Module

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          Z301 SEMI-AUTOMATIC TRIMMED CAN INSPECTION GAUGE

          Z301 SEMI-AUTOMATIC TRIMMED CAN INSPECTION GAUGE

          The Z301 Trimmed Can Front End Gauge features fixed top and mid wall probe positions for multi positional radial measurement, with a dedicated caliper to ensure the correct top and mid wall thickness measurement positions every time

          Specifications

          The proven contact measurement technology ensures accurate, reliable and traceable measurement 24/7.

           

          Torus Beverage Can Gauging

           

          Measurement Features

          • Trimmed Can Height | 1-16 positions | Accuracy: +\- 0.010 mm
          • Top Wall Thickness | 1-16 positions | Accuracy:  +\- 0.010 mm
          • Upper Mid Wall Thickness | 1-16 positions | Accuracy:  +\- 0.010 mm
          • Lower Mid Wall Thickness | 1-16 positions | Accuracy:  +\- 0.010 mm
          • Wall Step
          • Dome Depth | Single Point | Accuracy:  +/- 0.010 mm

           

          Technical Specification

          • Can Range | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 307 body diameters
          • Can Materials | Aluminium/Steel
          • Can Height Range  | Typical Range: 87 – 210 mm
          • Can Dome Depth Range | Typical Range: 9 – 13 mm
          • Can Wall Thickness Range | Typical Range:  0 – 1 mm
          • Speed and accuracy
          • Confidence in your production process
          • Modular concept to cater for future upgrades
          • Cost-effective upgrade path for additional modules to be added
          • Future upgrade path to automatic

          Our modular gauge setups are unique and allow you to customise your gauge as and when you require, giving you the flexibility to ensure you have a total quality solution.

          1. Start with the standard Z301 Trimmed Can Inspection Front End Gauge
          2. … add any of the below optional modules at any time.
          1. Additional Options
          2. Vision Module
          3. Trimmed Can Weight Module
          4. Axial Load Module
          5. Dome Growth/Dome Reversal Module

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            Z606 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE END SCORE GAUGE

            Z606 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE END SCORE GAUGE

            The Z606 Automatic Beverage End Score Gauge has been developed to provide the highest accuracy, repeatability, and usability for the measurement of Score Residual on Beverage can ends.

            Specifications

            The Gauge uses two proprietary 3D Scanning White Light Interferometry Sensors developed by Torus’ Research & Development team. Each sensor performs a high-resolution area scan of the upper and lower surface of the Score area to build up a full 3D map for analysis and measurement. The sensors combine sub-micron vertical scanning with sub-micron X, Y area scans for unprecedented resolution, resolving up to 2.3 million surface data points for each Score Residual Thickness measurement.

             

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            Measurement Features

            • Score Residual | Accuracy: +\- <1 micron | Repeatability: <2 microns
            • Score Maximum Residual | Accuracy: +\- <1 micron | Repeatability: <2 microns
            • Score Minimum Residual | Accuracy: +\- <1 micron | Repeatability: <2 microns

             

            Technical Specification

            • Shell Materials | Aluminium/Steel
            • Component Stages | Beverage Ends
            • Component End Range | Typical Range: 48-93mm Curl Diameter (113-309)
            • Automation translates to greater labour hours available, improving compliance & increasing your ability to scale.
            • Accurate, repeatable and traceable inspection data superior to traditional methods
            • Removing operator bias, giving you complete confidence in your process control.
            • High level efficiency & productivity, significantly reducing reliance on operator labour due to short cycle inspection times.
            • Significant cost saving offering a fantastic ROI

            1. Ease of Setup

            Simply setup measurement positions using a drag and drop interface on an image of the End to be measured.

            2. Pioneering Technology

            3D Scanning White Light Interferometry Sensors developed by Torus, provide sub-micron resolution and unparalleled detail.

             

            Bespoke algorithms analyse up to 2.3million data points per scan to provide accurate Score Residual Thickness Measurements.

            3. Results and Feedback

            (a) Mimic Screens provide instant feedback for Pass and Fail.

             

            (b) Graphical Section plots show the Score profile for lifetime monitoring.

             

            (c) 3D data available for output to preform detailed analysis and evaluation.

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              Z301 AUTOMATIC TRIMMED CAN INSPECTION GAUGE

              Z301 AUTOMATIC TRIMMED CAN INSPECTION GAUGE

              The Z301 Trimmed Can Front End Gauge features fixed top and mid wall probe positions for multi positional radial measurement, with a dedicated caliper to ensure the correct top and mid wall thickness measurement positions every time

              Specifications

              The proven contact measurement technology ensures accurate, reliable and traceable measurement 24/7.

               

              Torus Beverage Can Gauging

               

              Measurement Features

              • Trimmed Can Height | 1-16 positions | Accuracy: +\- 0.010 mm
              • Top Wall Thickness | 1-16 positions | Accuracy:  +\- 0.010 mm
              • Upper Mid Wall Thickness | 1-16 positions | Accuracy:  +\- 0.010 mm
              • Lower Mid Wall Thickness | 1-16 positions | Accuracy:  +\- 0.010 mm
              • Wall Step
              • Dome Depth | Single Point | Accuracy:  +/- 0.010 mm

               

              Technical Specification

              • Can Range | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 307 body diameters
              • Can Materials | Aluminium/Steel
              • Can Height Range  | Typical Range: 87 – 210 mm
              • Can Dome Depth Range | Typical Range: 9 – 13 mm
              • Can Wall Thickness Range | Typical Range:  0 – 1 mm
              • Speed and accuracy
              • Confidence in your production process
              • Modular concept to cater for future upgrades
              • Cost-effective upgrade path for additional modules to be added
              • Fully automated, removing operator bias
              • In-line ready. Ideal for wall-to-wall plants, significantly increasing throughput and data collection

              Our modular gauge setups are unique and allow you to customise your gauge as and when you require, giving you the flexibility to ensure you have a total quality solution.

              1. Start with the standard Z301 Trimmed Can Inspection Front End Gauge (2)…
              2. … add any of the below optional modules at any time.
              1.  Multi Lane Input Conveyor
              2. Body Maker Recognition Module
              3. Additional Options
              4. Vision Module
              5. Trimmed Can Weight Module
              6. Axial Load Module
              7. Dome Growth/Dome Reversal Module

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                Z704 REMOTEXPLORER CAMERA SYSTEM

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                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.

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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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                      Z605 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE END BUCKLE AND BURST GAUGE

                      Z605 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE END BUCKLE AND BURST GAUGE

                      The Z605 End Buckle and Burst Gauge is the world’s first End Buckle and Burst Gauge with up to three size capability with no manual change parts.

                      Specifications

                      The operator simply loads a batch of ends into the gauge to initiate both the buckle and burst tests. The collated data is then quickly exported to the customers SPC data acquisition system for analysis.

                       

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                      Measurement Features

                      • Buckle | Accuracy: +\- 5.0 Kpa (+/- 0.05 bar)
                      • Burst | Accuracy:  +\- 5.0 Kpa (+/- 0.05 bar)

                       

                      Technical Specification

                      • Can Materials | Aluminium
                      • Can Stages | Ends
                      • Can Body Diameter Range | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 209
                      • Max. Buckle Pressure | 9.0 bar
                      • Max. Burst Pressure | 9.0 bar
                      • Buckle Flow Rate | Typical Range: 0 – 9.0 bar/s
                      • Burst Flow Rate | Typical Range: 0 – 9.0 bar/s
                      • World’s first end buckle and burst gauge with up to three size capability with no manual change parts
                      • Removing operator error ensuring correct tooling is used, which in turn saves time and improves efficiency
                      • Using our modular design concept the system can be specified for your exact needs for now and in the future

                      Ends are collected from operator loaded hopper cassettes and placed into the dedicated tooling, precisely clamping and securing the end in position. Pressure is then applied until the end buckles or reaches a maximum specifiable pressure before finishing the test. Operators are presented with graphical information about buckle and burst performance as well as numerical data for SPC analysis and pass/fail classification.

                       

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                        Z604 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE SHELL AND END ENAMEL RATER

                        Z604 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE SHELL AND END ENAMEL RATER

                        Our Z604 automatic beverage shell and end enamel rater offers unprecedented functionality and capability for today’s global shell/end making industry.

                        Specifications

                        By monitoring critical manufacturing parameters over time and relating the press performance to the change in the ends opening signature, the manufacturing process capability can be observed. This trend monitoring is extremely beneficial to the process engineer, in predicting potential out-of-spec score residual and other critical features. By sampling ends from the production line, the Opening Force Gauge can monitor tooling wear in real-time and provide significant savings in both labour and scrap.

                         

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                        Measurement Features

                        • Metal Exposure (mA) | Accuracy: +\- 0.1mA (@ 0-100 mA range)

                         

                        Technical Specification

                        • Shell Materials | Aluminium/Steel
                        • Component Stages | Shells, Converted Ends (Lined and Unlined)
                        • Shell Diameter Range | Typical Range: Ø 200 – Ø 209 **

                        **Beverage can end standard diameter range includes but is not limited to Ø 200 – Ø 209

                        • Option of 1-3 stations for up to 3 sizes/types at one time with no change parts
                        • Batch interrupt facility
                        • Both shell and converted end inspection
                        • In-cycle “conductivity” monitoring and industry standard 4 second mA check
                        • Automatic electrolyte recycling and monitoring
                        • 4 shells / ends per minute
                        • Adjustable multi-size loading and handling system

                        Once the part program is selected, the operator will be prompted to load the hopper system as instructed, a maximum of up to 100 shells / ends per hopper (maximum of 4 hoppers per gauge)

                        The samples can be collected from the production lines and batch loaded at any given time without cancelling the current batch inspection sequence, resulting in increased sample testing frequency.

                        The gauge will then automatically start the test cycle using the industry standard 4 second procedure.

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                          Z601 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE END EOE PROGRESSION GAUGE

                          Z601 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE END EOE PROGRESSION GAUGE

                          The Z601 Automative EOE Progression Gauges sets the standard for inspecting all standard and enhanced inspection features across all conversion types.

                          Specifications

                          The non-contact technology gives the operator the reassurance that no influence or bias has occurred during measurement, giving you full confidence in your production process.

                           

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                          Beverage Shells and Ends

                           

                          Technical Specification

                          • Component Materials | Aluminium/Coloured Ends
                          • Component Stages | Full conversion stages (Beverage)
                          • Component End Range | Typical Range: Ø 200 – Ø 206
                          • EOE (Easy Open Ends) | SOT (Stay On Tab) / RPT (Ring Pull Type)
                          • All conversion types supported (SOT & RPT)
                          • Live data transfer to customer specific SPC package
                          • Standard feature cycle time <4 minutes per full progression
                          • Enhanced feature cycle time <8 minutes per full progression
                          • Fully automated so no change of parts
                          • Easy to load adjustable cassettes (Ø 200 – Ø 206) for inspection (48 ends per stack)

                          The system is available in two variants; Standard and Enhanced

                          Standard Feature Set (DRT)
                          Measurement Features

                          • Primary Bubble Height
                          • Primary Bubble Head Thickness
                          • Primary Bubble Coin
                          • Secondary Bubble Height
                          • Secondary Bubble Head Thickness
                          • Secondary Bubble Coin
                          • Primary Button Height
                          • Primary Button Head Thickness
                          • Primary Button Coin
                          • Button Re-strike Head Thickness
                          • Button Re-strike Panel Coin
                          Standard Feature Set (Stolle)
                          Measurement Features

                          • Bubble Height
                          • Bubble Head Thickness
                          • Bubble Coin
                          • Primary Button Height
                          • Primary Button Thickness
                          • Primary Button Coin
                          • Secondary Button Height
                          • Secondary Button Thickness
                          • Secondary Button Coin

                          The Enhanced version allows optional measurement of additional features:

                          Enhanced Feature Set (DRT)
                          Measurement Features

                          • Primary Panel Coin
                          • Tear Panel
                          • Outer Bead Coin Residual
                          • Anti-Rotation Dimple Height
                          • Stiffening Panel Depth
                          • Inner Bead Coin Residual
                          • Finger-well Depth
                          • Vent Bead Residual
                          • Outer Bead Height
                          • Rivet Residual
                          • Rivet Diameter
                          • Rivet Re-strike
                          Enhanced Feature Set (Stolle)
                          Measurement Features

                          • Primary Panel Coin
                          • Button Panel Coin
                          • Shadow Bead Height
                          • Cent Bead
                          • De-boss Panel
                          • Finger-well
                          • Vent Tube Height (Special Application)
                          • Anti-Missile Thickness
                          • Vent Bead Residual
                          • Rivet Residual
                          • Rivet Diameter
                          • Rivet Re-strike

                           

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                            Z603 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE END OPENING FORCE GAUGE

                            Z603 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE END OPENING FORCE GAUGE

                            The “Enhanced” Opening Force Gauge from Torus Measurement Systems builds on the success of the standard model used by leading end makers.

                            Specifications

                            By monitoring critical manufacturing parameters over time and relating the press performance to the change in the ends opening signature, the manufacturing process capability can be observed. This trend monitoring is extremely beneficial to the process engineer, in predicting potential out-of-spec score residual and other critical features. By sampling ends from the production line, the Opening Force Gauge can monitor tooling wear in real-time and provide significant savings in both labour and scrap.

                             

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                            Measurement Features

                            • Pop and Tear Force/Angle | Dead Weight Accuracy: +/- 0.2 lbf (0.09 kgf)
                            • Tab Strength Force/Angle
                            • Tab Differential
                            • Partial Opening Force/Angle
                            • Vertical Drop Angle
                            • Programmable Pressurization | Accuracy:  0-95 PSI (6.5 bar)
                            • Load Capacity | 200 ends

                             

                            Technical Specification

                            • Size Range | 200-300 diameters (tooling change required for different ends)
                            • End Type | SOT / RPT
                            • Pull Load Range | 0.25 lbf (11.3 kgf) with overload protection
                            • Quick-change tooling design
                            • Automatic tooling adjustment (Multi Axis Control)
                            • Tab strength with automatic tab rotation
                            • Programmable pressurisation
                            • Optional features available: Vent and Missile (Pass/Fail), Score Aperture Opening (Tuck Under), RPT Capability
                            Pop and Tear
                            Shift Data Comparison –  Pop and Tear1 

                            Tab Strength
                            Shift Data Comparison –  Tab Strength

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                              Z403 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE SHELL COMPOUND WEIGHT AND PLACEMENT GAUGE

                              Z403 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE SHELL COMPOUND WEIGHT AND PLACEMENT GAUGE

                              The Z403 Compound Weight and Placement Gauge has been designed to reduce the significant labour time associated with manual Compound Weight and Placement checks, whilst also reducing the risk of human error in this manually labour intensive process.

                              Specifications

                              By adopting a similar strategy to the existing manual process, Torus have incorporated state of the art printing technology to label each shell with specific information related to the module, liner, sample, date and time.

                               

                              Torus Shells and Ends

                              Beverage Shells and Ends

                               

                              Measurement Features

                              • Compound Weight | Accuracy: +/- 0.4 mg | Repeatability: 1.0 mg
                              • Pre-lined Weight | Taken from post-lined weight to give compound weight
                              • Post-lined Weight | Pre-lined weight taken from this to give compound weight
                              • Average Cut Edge Distance (360º) | Accuracy: +/- 0.05 mm | Repeatability: +\- 0.1 mm
                              • Average High on Shoulder (360º) | Accuracy: +/- 0.05 mm | Repeatability: +\- 0.1 mm
                              • Average Compound Bandwidth (360º) | Accuracy: +/- 0.05 mm | Repeatability: +/- 0.1 mm

                               

                              Technical Specification

                              • Shell Materials | Aluminium
                              • Component Stages | Shells
                              • Shell Diameter Range | Typical Range: Ø 200 – Ø 209
                              • Option of 1-5 stations for up to 1-5 sizes/types at one time with no change parts
                              • Significantly reduces labour time
                              • Reduces the risk of human error
                              • Compound weight and placement together in one process
                              • Barcode label printing and verification on any colour shells
                              • A “dimple” detection station is included to identify liner gun 1, giving further detailed traceability for SPC data analysis

                              1. Compound Weight

                              After the shells have been passed through the “lining” process, the operator will bake the ends in the usual manner and return them to the gauge. Each shell will be automatically identified and weighed again. The barcode verification feature ensures the risk of “mixing” or manual data entry errors are completely removed from the process, and the compound weight will be automatically calculated and displayed for the operator for each shell.

                              2. Compound Placement

                              After compound weight compound placement can also be checked. This is done by up to 5 optional “uncurling” presses within the gauge, for plants producing different shell diameters and types.

                              3. Uncurling

                              Once “uncurled” the shells are inspected by up to 5 high resolution cameras as they are rotated through 360 degrees.

                              Detailed information on the cut edge distance and HOS (high on shoulder) is provided around the complete shell circumference.

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                                Z401 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE SHELL INSPECTION GAUGE

                                Z401 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE SHELL INSPECTION GAUGE

                                The Z401 Shell Inspection System from Torus Measurement Systems defines the standard for dimensional inspection of beverage / beer can shells.

                                Specifications

                                Each shell to be inspected is automatically collected from a ‘stack’ and loaded into the gauging module with an integrated pick and place system. The measurement cycle is then initiated via the PC running the TMS GaugeXplorer Measurement and Machine Control software.

                                 

                                Torus Shells and Ends

                                Beverage Shells and Ends

                                 

                                Measurement Features

                                • Unit Depth | Accuracy: +\- 0.005 mm
                                • Countersink | Accuracy: +\- 0.005 mm
                                • Panel Depth | Accuracy: +\- 0.005 mm
                                • Curl Diameter | Accuracy: +\- 0.005 mm
                                • Curl Height | Accuracy: +\- 0.005 mm
                                • Curl Opening* | Accuracy: +/- 0.025 mm
                                • Inner Curl Diameter | Accuracy: +/- 0.025 mm
                                • Average Metal Thickness | Accuracy: +/- 0.005 mm

                                *Curl Opening feature not supported on CDL style shells

                                 

                                Technical Specification

                                • Shell Materials | Aluminium
                                • Shell Stages | Pre-Curl, Form, Finished
                                • Shell Body Diameter Range | Typical Range: Ø 200 – Ø 206
                                • Fast and accurate measurement data
                                • No change parts
                                • Can be supplied for a single-fixed diameter of shell, or for facilities producing multiple sizes from Ø 200 – Ø 206, a fully automatic adjustable version is available
                                • Operator can define which features are inspected at up to 16 selectable positions
                                • Pre-curl and finished shells can be measured with no mechanical changeover
                                • Hopper type handling system, one or two load/unload hopper cassettes (stack of shells up to 98mm height)

                                The Torus Measurement Systems modular design construction gives complete flexibility when specifying your requirements.

                                The below option Automatic Grain Alignment is available to add at anytime.

                                The Grain Alignment option allows operators to gain information of where exact measurement points are taken, allowing for precise tooling adjustment to be made when required.

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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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                                      Z703 UV BASE RIM COAT (BRC) PRESENCE BENCH TOP GAUGE

                                      Z703 UV BASE RIM COAT (BRC) PRESENCE BENCH TOP GAUGE

                                      The Z703 UV BRC Presence Bench Top Gauge tests for UV/BRC presence in one system

                                      Specifications

                                      The Z703 works together and compliments Torus’ Z340 Coating Analyser range to provide base rim coat distribution inspection analysis and quickly identifies the application of UV base rim coat presence, indicating in split seconds a percentage coverage based on parameters set within Torus’ GaugeXplorer software. The Iive report instantly denotes if the rim coat has either been under applied or damaged.

                                      Torus Beverage Can Gauging

                                      Beverage Cans

                                      • UV Base Rim Coat Presence
                                      • UV Base Rim Coat % Coverage
                                      • Helps eliminate hazards from the manual abrasive copper sulphate checks typically carried out to measure rim coat
                                      • Significantly reduces labour time
                                      • Increases operator productivity
                                      • Overcomes human error
                                      • Reducing HFI (Hold for Inspection) customer complaints

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                                        Z702 AUTOMATIC 2 PIECE BOTTLE CAN INSPECTION GAUGE

                                        Z702 AUTOMATIC 2 PIECE BOTTLE CAN INSPECTION GAUGE

                                        The Torus Z702 Automatic Bottle Can Inspection System has been developed to inspect all the critical dimensions of a 2 piece aluminium bottle

                                        Specifications

                                        Using state-of-the-art optical measurement technology, critical dimensions on the body or thread and cap areas can be obtained quickly without operator intervention.

                                        Unlike other vision based technologies, a collimated light source combined with a high-resolution camera and lens generate a high-resolution image of the bottle centreline, from which precise form data is collected using Torus’ GaugeXplorer software.

                                         

                                        Torus Beverage Can Gauging

                                         

                                        Measurement Features

                                        • Optical Features: Includes – Diameters, Heights, Pitch, Depth, Intersections, Angles | Accuracy: +/- 0.030 mm
                                        • Contact Features: Internal Diameter and Overall Height | Accuracy:  +/- 0.030 mm

                                         

                                        Technical Specification

                                        • System Body Diameter | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 211
                                        • System Bottle Height | Typical Range: 80 mm – 250 mm
                                        • System Thread | Typical Range: 5 mm – 66.6 mm
                                        • System Plug DIameter | Typical Range: 18 mm – 32 mm
                                        • Utilises non-contact with traditional contact, flexible design
                                        • Automatic ‘Find Thread Start’ capability for threaded bottles
                                        • Fast cycle time
                                        • No operator influence on measurement results
                                        • Visual ‘Form Fit’ function

                                        Our modular gauge setups are unique and allow you to customise your gauge as and when you require, giving you the flexibility to ensure you have a total quality solution.

                                        1. Start with the standard Z702 Automatic 2 Piece Bottle Can Inspection Gauge (3)…
                                        2. … add any of the below optional modules at any time.
                                        1. Multi Lane Input Conveyor
                                        2. Z705 Body Maker Recognition Module
                                        3. Z702 Automatic 2 Piece Bottle Can Inspection Gauge
                                        4. Finished Bottle Weight Module
                                        5. Axial Load Module

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