Process line ID modules provide marking & separation

26th November 2014

Barney Scott

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Designed for automated test lines, the JOT Scanner Unit SCU-439 and JOT Fail Separation Unit FMM-440 modules have been released by JOT Automation. The devices can be used alongside any process equipment that needs product identification data, or where there is a need to mark or separate faulty products post-processing.

In today’s fast-moving industry, most products need to be identified prior to testing. SCU-439 and FMM-440 provide a reliable solution for both product traceability and code reading. Identification occurs by reading codes such as 2D, 3D or RFID. The systems can separate failed products from the line immediately after testing, or mark them for manual failed product handling, addressed at a later stage of the process.

SCU-439 and FMM-440 provide multiple options that ensure solutions to best fit a user’s current needs. For added flexibility, machine functionality can be adjusted to include optional modules that are selected based on current need, such as axis (topside, bottom-side, dual, none) or lift (integrated, external or none). Modules can be added or changed later, allowing machine functionality to be fine-tuned for future needs. Products can be configured offline and imported to a production line machine, minimising production stops.

SCU-439 sends code data through RS232 or Ethernet to the next process unit that needs the identification. FMM-440 receives product-related PASS/FAIL data from process equipment via an Ethernet connection and saves the information in a local data table. FMM-440 marks failed products with temporary stickers or separates PASS and FAIL products by routing them to a different conveyor level. SCU-439 and FMM-440 meet CE and IPC-SMEMA-9851 standards.

“Having one common point at the beginning of the test line will reduce test hardware costs and give more freedom for product-specific fixture design,” commented Mika Puttonen, Product Manager at JOT Automation. “In addition, our products provide both flexibility and modularity. They are compatible with different types of code readers and product variations, allowing them to easily adapt to various line configurations. Our solutions are automated and designed for in-line use. Up to 200 different customer products can be configured and saved, making product changeover extremely fast, just 10-20 seconds. Both also have the ability to read up to 25 codes per product, on either a top- or bottom-side location.”