Z701 END OF LINE RECOGNITION AND SORTING VISION SYSTEM
Z701 END OF LINE RECOGNITION AND SORTING VISION SYSTEM

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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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    Z346 MANUAL COLOUR BENCH TOP INSPECTION GAUGE (POWERED BY X-RITE®)

    Z346 MANUAL COLOUR BENCH TOP INSPECTION GAUGE (POWERED BY X-RITE®)

    Specifications

    The Z346 is capable of inspecting 202-300 body diameter, straight walled and finished cans with minimal change parts. Providing direct correlation to Torus’ Z345 Automatic Colour Inspection System, the Z346 boasts an easy to use platform for the inspection of multiple decorations, giving you direct data transfer into your chosen SPC package.

     

    Torus Beverage Can Gauging

     

    Measurement Features

    • L*Value: Light-Dark
    • a*Value: Green (-a) – Red (+a)
    • b*Value: Blue (-b) – Yellow (+b)
    • c Value: Chromo / Saturation
    • h Value: Hue
    • Delta E: Change in total colour from nominal reference
    • DeltaEcmc: Change in total colour in accordance with cmc tolerancing from nominal reference

     

    Technical Specification

    • Can Body Diameter Range | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 300 body diameters
    • Trimmed Height Range | Typical Range: From 85 mm – 250 mm
    • Straight Walled and Finished Can compatible
    • Quantifiable colour measurement
    • Delivers fast, reliable, accurate colour inspection of the decorated aluminium or steel beverage can
    • Provides complete L*, a*, b*, Cmc, E2000 and E94 data for full traceability
    • Early warning limits meaning decorators can be adjusted before colours go out of tolerance

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      Z345 AUTOMATIC COLOUR INSPECTION GAUGE (POWERED BY X-RITE®)

      Z345 AUTOMATIC COLOUR INSPECTION GAUGE (POWERED BY X-RITE®)

      Torus’ Z345 is the world’s first Automatic Colour Inspection System powered by X-Rite®. Providing true quantitative colour measurement for aluminium and steel beverage cans in an automatic system.

      Specifications

      The Z345 is capable of inspecting 202-300 body diameter, straight walled and finished cans with minimal change parts. Cans may be loaded in any orientation, either on to an automatic in-feed conveyor or directly from the production line. A high-resolution colour scan camera reads and ‘unwraps’ the label and aligns it to a master image. The can is then accurately presented to the Ci64 for inspection at pre-defined, user selected locations with unmatched positional repeatability.

       

       

      Torus Beverage Can Gauging

       

      Measurement Features

      • L*Value: Light-Dark
      • a*Value: Green (-a) – Red (+a)
      • b*Value: Blue (-b) – Yellow (+b)
      • c Value: Chromo / Saturation
      • h Value: Hue
      • Delta E: Change in total colour from nominal reference
      • DeltaEcmc: Change in total colour in accordance with cmc tolerancing from nominal reference

       

      Technical Specification

      • Can Body Diameter Range | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 300
      • Trimmed Height Range | Typical Range: From 85 mm – 250 mm
      • Straight Walled and Finished Can compatible
      • Automatic X-Rite® Ci64 calibration and qualification
      • Quantifiable colour measurement
      • Overcomes human error
      • Significantly reduces labour time
      • Delivers fast, reliable, accurate colour inspection of the decorated aluminium or steel beverage can
      • Provides complete L*, a*, b*, Cmc, E2000 and E94 data for full traceability
      • Early warning limits meaning decorators can be adjusted before colours go out of tolerance

      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 Z345 Colour Inspection Gauge…
      2. …add any of the optional modules/upgrades detailed below at any time.
      1.  Multi Lane Input Conveyor
      2. Barcode Verification System – Features outlined on download

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        Z341 BENCH TOP BEVERAGE CAN COATING ANALYSER

        Z341 BENCH TOP BEVERAGE CAN COATING ANALYSER

        The Z341 Manual Coating Analyser has been developed to give fast and accurate measurement of the internal lacquer, sprayed during today’s 2 piece can manufacturing process

        Specifications

        By cutting the can to give suitable access, the dome area of the can is able to be checked by the system.

        No “lacquer panels” are required for calibration and measurement data can be exported via on board USB or LAN ports to your factory data acquisition systems where required.

         

        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

         

        Technical Specification

        • Body Diameter | Typical Range: <35 mm ∅

         

        Gauge Features

        • Dual system equipped with two spectrometers
        • Visible light and Near Infrared (NIR) light, enables the OV/over ink inspection
        • Simple, manual positioning by the operator ensure side wall measurements are immediately displayed on the embedded mini touch screen PC
        • Cans from (202) – (307) body diameter can be accommodated by the systems “scissor” action location fingers, operated at the push of a button
        • “Non-contact” means no wear parts, and the use of a non-contact “white light spectroscopy” technique guarantees unprecedented performance

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          Z340 SEMI-AUTOMATIC BENCH TOP BEVERAGE CAN COATING ANALYSER

          Z340 SEMI-AUTOMATIC BENCH TOP BEVERAGE CAN COATING ANALYSER

          The Z340 Semi-Automatic Bench Top Coating Analyser has been developed to give detailed distribution analysis of the internal and external lacquer on a beverage can


          Specifications

          The system utilises state-of-the-art non-contact spectroscopy techniques and is suitable for both aluminium and steel can inspection.

           

          Torus Beverage Can Gauging

           

          Measurement Features

          • Internal Lacquer | Accuracy: +/- 0.2 µm | Capability: 0.4 µm
          • External Lacquer | 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 211
          • Trimmed Can Height | Typical Range:  90.00 – 190.00
          • Finished Can Height | Typical Range:  90.00 – 190.00

           

          Gauge Features

          • 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 measurement 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

          Start with the standard  Z340 Semi-Automatic Bench Top Beverage Can Coating Analyser…

          … add any of the below detailed optional modules at any time

          2
          3
          1.  Reverse Wall Lacquer Distribution (Manual Loaded Tooling
          2. Base Rim Coat (BRC) Lacquer Distribution

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            Z302 AUTOMATIC FINISHED CAN INSPECTION GAUGE

            Z302 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 diameter
            • 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 Z302 Finished Can Inspection Back End Gauge (3)…
            2. … add any of the below optional modules at any time.
            1.  Multi Lane Input Conveyor
            2. Body Maker Recognition Module
            3. In-Cycle Calibration/Auto Can Rotation/Reform Scanning Tooling
            4. Axial Load Module
            5. Dome Growth/Dome Reversal Module
            6. Colour Inspection Module
            7. Vision Module
            8. Lacquer Distribution Module (Visible/NIR)
            9. Enamel Rating Module

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              Z340 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE CAN COATING ANALYSER

              Z340 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
              • External Lacquer | 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 Automatic Beverage Can Coating Analyser…
              2. … add any of the below optional modules at any time.
              1.  Multi Lane Input Conveyor
              2. Vision Module
              3. Reverse Wall Lacquer Distribution (Manual Loaded Tooling)
              4. Base Rim Coat (BRC) Lacquer Distribution

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                Z338 MANUAL FRONT END TRIMMED CAN GAUGE

                Z338 MANUAL FRONT END TRIMMED CAN GAUGE

                The Z338 Manual Front End Gauge has been designed to measure typical features for Front End Inspection including; Trimmed Can Height, Mid and Top Wall Thickness and Dome Depth.

                Specifications

                Whether being used at the front end for body maker setup checks, in the quality area for off-line inspection, or as a backup during routine maintenance for your automatic gauges, exact correlation gives you 100% confidence in your process.

                 

                Torus Beverage Can Gauging

                 

                Measurement Features

                • Top Wall Thickness | Accuracy: +/- 0.001 mm
                • Mid Wall Thickness | Accuracy: +/- 0.001 mm
                • Trimmed Can Height | Accuracy: +/- 0.010 mm
                • Dome Depth | Accuracy: +/- 0.010 mm

                 

                Technical Specification

                • Can Materials | Aluminium
                • Can Stages | Trimmed
                • Can Height Range | Typical Range: 87 – 190 mm
                • Can Dome Depth Range | Typical Range: 9 – 13 mm
                • Can Wall Thickness Range | Typical Range: 0 – 1 mm
                • Quick-change manual tooling to suit a range of body diameters
                • Can be used as a back-up system for automatic gauging if required
                • small bench top design making the gauge transportable and easy to move from the lab to the shop floor
                • Cost-effective alternative to Torus’ Z301 Automatic Front End Trimmed Can Inspection Gauge

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                  Z334 MANUAL BENCH TOP CUP HEIGHT EARRING GAUGE

                  Z334 MANUAL BENCH TOP CUP HEIGHT EARRING GAUGE

                  The Z334 is a bench-top system for cup height analysis.

                  Specifications

                  Each cup to be inspected is manually loaded into the gauge and the measurement cycle is initiated via the PC running the TMS GaugeXplorer measurement and machine control software. Setup screens allow the operator to enter traceability information and select the number of samples and heads from which data is to be collected.

                  Once the component has been measured, the operator may visually accept or reject the software’s calculated ‘peaks’ and ‘troughs’, which will be used in the Earring calculations.

                   

                  Torus Beverage Can Gauging

                   

                  Measurement Features

                  • Min. Cup Height
                  • Average Cup Height | Accuracy: +/- 0.050 mm
                  • Range Cup Height
                  • % Earring
                  • Paired Earring

                   

                  Technical Specification

                  • Cup Material | Aluminium, Steel
                  • Cup Stages | Cups
                  • Cup Height Range | Typical Range: 22 – 46 mm
                  • Cup Body Diameter Range | Typical Range: 76 – 115 mm
                  • Compact, bench-top design
                  • Measurements are performed using a single Digital Contact Transducer and Motorised Component Rotation through a full 360º
                  • A range of component location rings and anti-ovality inserts may be supplied for various cup diameters

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                    Z314 SEMI-AUTOMATIC WALL THICKNESS ANALYSER

                    Z314 SEMI-AUTOMATIC WALL THICKNESS ANALYSER

                    The Z314 Semi-Automatic Wall Thickness Analyser defines the standard for dimensional inspection

                    Specifications

                    The Z314 measures cups and straight walled cans’ wall thickness. Utilising a single point wall thickness transducer based on industry standard Torus Z301 Front End Gauge.

                    The Z314 Wall Thickness Analyser ensures accurate wall thickness inspection of cups, straight walled cans or 2pc bottle cans with no need for tooling changeover.

                     

                    Torus Beverage Can Gauging

                     

                    Measurement Features

                    • Wall Thickness | Can accuracy: +/- 0.001 mm | Cup Accuracy: +\- 0.002 mm
                    • Mid Wall Thickness | Can accuracy: +/- 0.001 mm | Cup Accuracy: +\- 0.002 mm
                    • Average/Range/Max/Min | Can accuracy: +/- 0.001 mm | Cup Accuracy: +\- 0.002 mm

                     

                    Technical Specification

                    • Can Body Diameter Range | Typical Range: 45 mm – 100 mm Ø
                    • Cup Range | Typical Range: Up to 115 mm Ø
                    • Measuring Envelope Diameter | Typical Range: 12 mm – 100 mm Ø
                    • Vertical Height Capability (Automatic) | Typical Range: 16 mm – 220 mm
                    • Wall Thickness | Typical Range: 0 mm – 0.5 mm
                    • Direct correlation with industry standard Torus Z301 Front End Gauge
                    • Our GaugeXplorer software uses sophisticated motion control, which allows tooling to be adjusted quickly, removing the need for extensive changeover tooling
                    • A single high-accuracy measuring transducer with sub-micron resolution is used to collect the measurement data processing by the GaugeXplorer software at the appropriate position
                    • On-screen graphical displays of the wall profile, clearly show thick and thin wall areas and transition steps produced by the Punch Tool and Ironing Ring

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                      Z339 MANUAL BACK END FINISHED GAUGE

                      Z339 MANUAL BACK END FINISHED GAUGE

                      The gauge is designed to ensure correlation with the Z302 series inspection system by utilising common measurement principles and instrumentation

                      Specifications

                      Each component is manually loaded by the operator and orientated to the required position for measurement. All features are simultaneously checked at each position, allowing a typical can inspection in under 30 seconds.

                       

                      Torus Beverage Can Gauging

                       

                      Measurement Features

                      • Finished Can Height | Accuracy: +/- 0.010 mm
                      • Flange Width | Accuracy:  +/- 0.010 mm
                      • Internal Neck Diameter | Accuracy:  +/- 0.010 mm

                       

                      Technical Specification

                      • Can Materials | Aluminium
                      • Can Stages | Finished
                      • Can Height Range | Typical Range: 88.4 – 188 mm
                      • Can Flange Width | Typical Range: 2 – 2.2 mm
                      • Can Outside Body Diameter | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 211
                      • Can Internal Neck Diameter | Typical Range: Ø 200 – Ø 206
                      • Automatic location tooling for 200 and 202 neck diameter
                      • Can be used as a back-up system for automatic gauging if required
                      • No change tooling for multiple diameters
                      • Small bench top design making the gauge transportable and easy to move from the lab to the shop floor
                      • Cost effective alternative to Torus’ Z302 Automatic Finished Can Inspection Gauge

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                        Z339 BENCH TOP REFORM SCANNER

                        Z339 BENCH TOP REFORM SCANNER

                        Designed specifically for 2 piece can manufacturers who “reform” their cans, this small inspection gauge gives critical measurement information on the setup of each head of your reformer

                        Specifications

                        The scanner utilises proven contact measurement technology to scan the form of the reformed profile and incorporates a entering check to accurately locate Ø 202 – Ø 300 body cans.

                         

                        Torus Beverage Can Gauging

                         

                        Measurement Features

                        • Reform Diameter | Accuracy: +/- 0.010 mm
                        • Internal Reform Diameter | Accuracy: +/- 0.010 mm
                        • Internal Reform Height | Accuracy: +/- 0.030 mm
                        • Reformed Dome Depth | Accuracy: +/- 0.010 mm

                         

                        Technical Specification

                        • Can Materials | Aluminium
                        • Can Stages | Finished, Reformed
                        • Can Finished Dome Depth Range | Typical Range: 9 – 13 mm
                        • Can Internal Reform Diameter | Typical Range: Ø 43.8 mm – Ø 54.0 mm
                        • Can Internal Reform Height | Typical Range: 0 – 4 mm
                        • Can Internal Dome Diameter | Typical Range: Ø 43.8 mm – Ø 54.0 mm
                        • Important traceability can be tagged to ensure easy analysis and comparison to other key performance tests, such as Dome Reversal Performance
                        • Correlates directly with the Torus Z302 Back End Gauge with reform scanning tooling
                        • Provides accurate reform profile measurement to allow for monitoring tool wear and adjustment within the can reforming process
                        • Multi-size capability with no change parts

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                          Z313 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE CAN ENAMEL RATING GAUGE

                          Z313 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE CAN ENAMEL RATING GAUGE

                          The Z313 Series Enamel Rater can be specified for conveyor loaded (automatic) or fully line fed (in-line) operation

                          Specifications

                          The Z313 Enamel Rater measures the lacquer integrity of metal cans, with a typical throughput speed of 3 cans per minute.

                          The system can be specified with Torus’ optional LSM/ISG Recognition Camera Module, ensuring SPC data output is “tagged” with the relevant traceability for effective remedial actions.

                           

                          Torus Beverage Can Gauging

                           

                          Measurement Features

                          Standard

                          • Enamel Rating (mA) 0 – 100 mA | Accuracy: +/- 01 mA | R&R: 0.2 mA
                          • Enamel Rating (mA) 100 mA + | Accuracy: +/- 0.5 mA | R&R: +\- 1.0 mA
                          • Ink Spray Gun Colour | Typical Read Rate: >95%

                           

                          Measurement Features

                          Hi-Res (typically for plants running steel cans)

                          • Enamel Rating (mA) 0 – 100 mA | Accuracy: +/- 0.02 mA | R&R: 0.02 mA
                          • Enamel Rating (mA) 100 mA + | Accuracy: +/- 0.1 mA | R&R: 0.2 mA

                           

                          Technical Specification

                          • Can Materials | Aluminium (Hi-Res for steel)
                          • Can Stages | Finished, Straight Walled
                          • Can Finished Height Range | Typical Range: 90 – 205 mm
                          • Internal Neck Diameter | Typical Range: Ø 50.00 – Ø 67.00
                          • Ø 202 – Ø 300 body size capability and NO change parts
                          • Conveyor loaded or in-line operation
                          • Optional ‘internal spray gun’ recognition camera module
                          • ‘Posi-Fill’ system for complete fill speed and level control
                          • 3 cans per minute throughput
                          • High-accuracy ‘rating’ system
                          • In-cycle conductivity monitoring giving customers confidence in their mA results

                          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 Z313 Enamel Rating (Metal Exposure) Gauge (5)…
                          2. … add any of the below optional modules at any time.
                          1.  Multi Lane Input Conveyor
                          2. Vision Module
                          3. Lacquer Distribution Module (Visible/NIR)
                          4. Blank station for future upgrades
                          5. Enamel Rating Module

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                            Z312 VISION MODULE

                            Z312 VISION MODULE

                            The Z312 Vision Module tests for all industry standard ISG recognition, including UV/BRC presence in one system.

                            Specifications

                            The Z312 Vision Module 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 live report instantly denotes if the rim coat has either been under applied or damaged.

                             

                            Designed with flexibility in mind the Z312 module can be integrated into any new or existing Torus gauge, or alternatively supplied as a standalone system. The flexible module boasts multi size capability with no change parts allowing the system to be located anywhere on the shop floor.

                             

                            Torus Beverage Can Gauging

                             

                            Gauge Features

                            UV Base Rim Coat Presence (BRC)

                             

                            • Visible Spray Dot

                            • UV Spray Dot

                            • 2 & 5 Digit Dot Matrix Character Code (Visible/UV)

                            UV Ink Dot & Character Recognition – Key Features:

                            UV Base Rim Coat (BRC) – Key Features:

                            The Z312 works together with and complements Torus’ Z340 Coating Analyser to provide Base Rim Coat Distribution Analysis, aimed to show operators how the BRC is distributed and thus showing up any potential areas to save resource.

                            NEW
                            • 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
                            • Improved can mobility with can production and filling lines running at 2000+ per minute
                            • Reducing HFI (Hold for Inspection) customer complaints

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                              Z311 PUNCH INSPECTION GAUGE

                              Z311 PUNCH INSPECTION GAUGE

                              The Z311 Punch Inspection Gauge defines the standard for dimensional inspection of 2 piece beverage/beer can punch tooling

                              Specifications

                              The Z311 Punch Gauge has been designed to measure a wide range of Punch sizes typically found in the metal container industry. Available as a semi-automatic (manually loaded) system, designed to measure a wide range of punch sizes typically found in the metal container industry.

                               

                              Torus Beverage Can Gauging

                               

                              Measurement Features

                              • Ovality
                              • Major Diameter(s): Max/Min/Average/Range
                              • Major Diameter Ovality: Max/Min/Average/Range
                              • Minor Diameter(s): Max/Min/Average/Range
                              • Minor Diameter Ovality: Max/Min/Average/Range
                              • Upper Transition
                              • Step ‘T’
                              • Verification Diameters
                              • Verification Taper
                              • Verification Dimension for Max Design
                              • Lower Transition Angle
                              • Step Intersection(s)

                               

                              Technical Specification

                              • Punch Diameters | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 307 (52 – 94 mm)
                              • Maximum Scanning Length | Typical Range: 235 mm (Maximum Loading Length: 260 mm)
                              • Flexible part programs allow the operator to define specific measurement positions on the punch and store them for future use
                              • Accurate, repeatable and traceable measurement of your punch tooling
                              • The ability to match punches to ironing dies to maintain can wall thickness
                              • Allows punch wear to be monitored in order to perform preventive maintenance
                              • Improves process control

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                                Z308 SEMI-AUTOMATIC BENCH TOP DOME GROWTH/DOME REVERSAL GAUGE

                                Z308 SEMI-AUTOMATIC BENCH TOP DOME GROWTH/DOME REVERSAL GAUGE

                                The Z308 Dome Reversal Gauge provides detailed information about the overall change in length of the can when pressure is applied and subsequently removed.

                                Specifications

                                 

                                Torus Beverage Can Gauging

                                 

                                Measurement Features

                                • Dome Growth – The distance in which the component expands in length after being subjected to a specified dome growth pressure | Accuracy: +/- 0.10 mm
                                • Dome Reversal – The pressure under which the component dome reverses | 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: 53 – 66.5 mm
                                • Internal Neck Diameter | Typical Range: 50 – 58 mm
                                • Dome Growth/Dome Reversal | Typical Range: ≤ 930 kPa

                                 

                                Gauge Features

                                • Factory set industry standard flow rates
                                • Selectable dome growth pressure
                                • Multi-size capability with quick change tooling
                                • Cost-effective way of attaining off-line dome growth/dome reversal inspection requirements
                                • Customer-specific data outputs (psi, kPa, lbs etc)
                                • High-accuracy pressure sensor technology
                                • Digital calibration and certified traceability

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                                  Z307 SEMI-AUTOMATIC BENCH TOP BEVERAGE CAN AXIAL LOAD GAUGE

                                  Z307 SEMI-AUTOMATIC BENCH TOP BEVERAGE CAN AXIAL LOAD GAUGE

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

                                  Specifications

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

                                   

                                  Torus Beverage Can Gauging

                                   

                                  Measurement Features
                                  Axial Load – The maximum force at which the container fails/collapses | Accuracy: +/- 10 N

                                   

                                  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

                                   

                                  Gauge Features

                                  • Industry standard location patterns for component neck support
                                  • Selectable crush speed
                                  • Factory set patterns to ensure parallelism between gauge tooling faces
                                  • Available for both straight walled and finished beverage cans
                                  • Multi-size capability with quick change tooling
                                  • Short cycle times due to the latest high-performance stepper motors (selectable crush speed)
                                  • Customer-specific data outputs (kgs, lbf, newtons)
                                  • High-accuracy axial load cell technology
                                  • Available for trimmed and finished food and beverage cans

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                                    Z307 AUTOMATIC BEVERAGE CAN DESTRUCTIVE GAUGE

                                    Z307 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. Multi-Lane Input Conveyor – As standard
                                    2. Axial Load Module with Automatic Change Tooling – As standard
                                    3. 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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                                      Z301 AUTOMATIC UNIVERSAL (TRIMMED AND FINISHED) BEVERAGE CAN INSPECTION GAUGE

                                      Z301 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
                                      • Can Body Diameter Range | Typical Range: Ø 202 – Ø 307 body diameters

                                       

                                      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 processModular concept to cater for future upgrades
                                      • Cost-effective upgrade path for additional modules to be added
                                      • Fully automated, removing operator bias
                                      • Trimmed and finished can inspection in one cabinet saves operator time, resource and space

                                      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.  Multi Lane Input Conveyor
                                      2. Additional Options
                                      3. In-Cycle Calibration/Auto Can Rotation/Reform Scanning Tooling
                                      4. Vision Module
                                      5. Axial Load Module
                                      6. Dome Growth/Dome Reversal Module
                                      7. Lacquer Distribution Module (Visible/NIR)
                                      8. Colour Inspection Module
                                      9. Enamel Rating Module

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