General

The AVBIS 3000 C incorporates all the measurement

capabilities and simplicity of the basic AVBIS 3000 M system

into an automatic loading measurement package for blown

bottles. The AVBIS 3000 C is used for high volume

measurement applications of bottles of varying sizes and

finishes. The system requires only that the operator load the

bottles onto the input conveyor and select the program and

number of bottles to be measured. The system then measures

all the bottles automatically, freeing the operator for other

tasks.

Technical

The AVBIS 3000 C shares the same proven optical package with

other AVBIS 3000 series variants. The AVBIS 3000 C can

accommodate a range of bottle sizes and shapes (10”

maximum body diameter and 15” maximum height on the

standard system). By adjusting the bottle loading and

unloading speeds and contact points, even lightweight and

unstable bottles can be handled automatically by the 3000 C.

Quick-change parts for the loading arm can be used to load

unusual shapes for the customer. The conveyor is available up

to lengths of 10’ (2m) to accommodate a maximum number of

customer bottles (shorter lengths are recommended for

laboratories with space constraints or smaller packages /

smaller cavitation sizes). The conveyor deck size can also be

customized to accommodate larger containers.

While the AVBIS 3000 C is designed to handle bottles

automatically, the system can also be used to measure

preforms when loaded manually by an operator into a vertical

fixture inserted in the rotary stage. This flexibility allows bottle

manufacturers to perform infrequent preform checks and

qualifications on their injection molds if required.

Other options include an ID gauge option for measuring neck finish

inner diameter (ID), and an optional weight scale to measure bottle

weight during the measurement routine.

Setup

Part measurement setup of the AVBIS 3000 C is similar to other AVBIS

3000 series systems. The only additional element to the part setup

protocol for a 3000 C is individual part loading.

Automation setup for individual bottle profiles is simple, requiring only

that the programmer set the part loading positions with the

touchscreen stage controls. Special bottle placement or spacing on the

conveyor is unnecessary as the AVBIS 3000 C will move the input

conveyor until a bottle is detected at the load point. Spacing is only

required for bottles measuring less than 1.5” in diameter. The

programmer specifies the distance the load arm will push the bottle to

be centered on the rotary measurement platform, a distance to push

the bottle from the rotary platform onto a weight scale (optional), and

a distance to push the bottle off the system.

If any special load arm attachments or bottle orientations on the

conveyor are required, the part programmer can add a message pop-

up window to alert the system user when the part program is selected.

Operation

Precise centering on the rotary table is not required as the system will

automatically search for the bottle’s centerline and attributes. This

flexible “free-floating” setup yields accurate measurements without

fixturing.

To operate the AVBIS 3000 C, an operator loads a set of bottles onto

the conveyor. The operator then specifies the bottle to be run from a

hotlist, from an internal library onboard the AVBIS, or from a network

repository. The number of total bottles loaded onto the conveyor is

entered and the system is ready to run autonomously. The system will

automatically load, unload and transpose data from each bottle on the

conveyor.

The conveyor moves the first bottle until it crosses an optical path. The

bottle is then moved forward until it is centered in front of the load

arm. The rotary measurement platform then lowers to be level with the

conveyor, and a load arm moves the bottle from the conveyor onto the

rotary platform via a transfer plate. The rotary stage then moves the

bottle into position in front of the camera for vision measurements.

Following measurement, the rotary stage lowers to be level with the

weight scale transfer plate. The load arm pushes the bottle from the

rotary platform onto an optional weight scale for measurements, then

off the system into a bin, box or chute.

AVBIS 3000 C Automated Bottle Measurement System – Conveyor Load

Automatic Loading

& Unloading

System loads and

unloads bottles

without operator

interference.

Simple

Easy measurement

and automation

setup.

Repeatable

No operator

introduced error.

Versatile

Few or no parts to

change between

bottles.

AVID Corporation

222 International

Dr.

Ste. 105

Portsmouth, NH

03801

(603) 559-9700 Sales

@avidvision.com

AVBIS 3000 C Technical Specifications

System Type:

Automated Vision Measurement

Feeder Type:

Conveyor w/ Load Arm

Size (Base System):

70” Width, 45” Depth, 60” Height

1800mm Width, 1160mm Depth, 1525mm Height

(Options or customization may alter dimensions)

Products Measured:

Bottles, certain Containers. Preform capable if loaded manually.

Materials Measured:

Plastics, Glass and Metal

Dimension(s) Measured:

All SPI / ISBT Standard Finishes Including (but not limited to):

Height, S, T, E, K, H, Z, X, A, D, L, W, B, F, HF, HZ, Neck Straight,

Lean, Body Diameter(s). (Other non-standard measurements possible;

Contact AVID to discuss measurement requirements.)

Measurement Time:

- Varies with Program Setup

- Typical Measurements <45 seconds.

- Typical Cycle Time <60 seconds.

Container Size Limits:

- 15” Maximum Bottle Height - 10” Maximum Bottle Diameter

(Limitations are for standard system ONLY;

Contact AVID to discuss larger format motion controls.)

Options:

- ID “Bore” Gauge

(Measures finish ID <2.5”)

- Weight Scale

(Allows bottle weight to be measured)

Computer / Operating System:

- Industrial PC in NEMA 2 Enclosure

- Windows XP Pro O/S

Data Export Method

- Microsoft Excel (not included)

- Ethernet Cable to Network

Units: MM or Inches.

Training

In order to ensure successful adoption of the AVBIS 3000 C at the

customer facility, customer attendance of an AVID Corporation

AVBIS training class is a requirement for system delivery. The

customer should select between 1 and 3 measurement experienced

technicians to attend a three-day training class at AVID Corporation

prior to system shipment. Technicians experienced with packaging

measurement and automated instrumentation generally find the

AVBIS 3000 C simple to use.

Training seminars are hands-on classes conducted with customer

parts on the customer’s actual system.

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