Automation Controls all machine functions
Automation Manager has the power not only to perform machine vision or gaging but it interanl "PLC like" tools can control a complete machine so no PLC is necessary. Additonlly a workflow can be set up to sequence a set of operations
some examples:
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Tire inspect machine
Automation Manager is the engine the does the inspection and control all machine elements. The system looks at the target background and adjust the exposure. Optionally the saturated areas in the image can define a mask. Vacuum pressure controlled and measured and used to trigger image capture. The process images are saved as reports that can be printed or burnt to CD or shadows all form within the software
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Assembly of many of today's devices
Complete machine control including:
- Event Logging
- Product Counting
- Workflow operator guidance
- Image logging of faulty parts
- Motion Control interface provides a DRO (Digital Read Out) for each controller and the interface to manually move the axis in maintenance mode
- IO logic (no external plc)