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The High Speed Sorting System combines machine vision and height sensors to identify and sort components at nearly six parts per second.
The operator loads a bin of unsorted parts at the hydraulic dumpers where the contents are lifted via elevation conveyor to working height. Parts are then distributed into chutes that feed the four-lane separation conveyor, where the parts are accelerated and singulated. Singulated parts pass through laser height-detection sensors, and then enter one of four vision stations. Parts are identified by a combination of height and machine vision, using both pattern recognition and color. The identified part is then tracked as it moves along the sorting conveyor. As the part approaches its bin, a timed blast of air knocks the part into the bin. Unidentified and erroneous parts move to the end of the sorting conveyor and into a reject bin for eventual resorting.
| Component | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Control System & User Interface: |
Allen-Bradley PLC controls system. Touch-sensitive screens enable full control of all operator and maintenance functions. |
| Material Handling: |
Automated hydraulic dumper maintains level in bulk feed conveyor. Variable frequency ("VFD") drive custom conveyors separate, accelerate, and singulate recyclables. Parts sorted by pneumatic blow-off. |
| Machine Vision: | Four JAI 1624 x 1236 high-speed digital cameras working through a GigE interface and multiple Cognex vision cards. Custom pattern matching software written in C# and running on Windows XP platform. |
| Throughput: | 350 parts/minute |
| Safety: |
Fully guarded lift assembly with interlocked access doors. Fully enclosed conveyor drives. Cable-style Emergency Stop activation along both sides of machine. |
| Details: |
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