Extrusion 8-2017

Efficient use of resources thanks to customized data reports All data, such as the classification of de- fects, is archived for evaluation and sub- sequent analyses, including fault images. Customized reports support users in avoiding defects, reducing reject rates, and minimizing costs – a decisive factor in the efficient use of resources. In additi- on to data analysis, the system is equip- ped with an interface for the higher-level software architecture EPROMI (Enterprise PROduction Management Intelligence). Thanks to the vertical and horizontal da- ta integration, EPROMI enables data from various lines or even different plants to be displayed and analyzed across the company in a comparable fa- shion. 43 Extrusion 8/2017 3D height measurement and synthetic resin inspection for flawless production One of the new and unique methods for surface inspection of fiber-reinforced plastics and composite materials is the 3D height measurement of loosely at- tached fibers, defects and foreign parti- cles in material lines in topological ex- pression. The defect height serves as an important criterion for the exact classifi- cation of material defects. Damaged are- as are fully measured in three dimensions via the 3D sensor (z sensor) to ensure that height-relevant defects can be pre- cisely distinguished from other defects, such as holes, weaving defects, or conta- mination. This is particularly important for detecting “fuzz balls” (fiber bundles) located on the surface of the materials. Another remarkable feature is the in- spection of synthetic resin on pre-preg (pre-impregnated) materials. During the inspection of synthetic resins, cameras are used to inspect the uniform and complete epoxy resin coating of the ma- terial. By doing so, the system also in- spects the functional properties of the material. 100% in-line inspection for all process stages Unwanted metal particles can also be re- liably detected by integrating metal de- tectors into the inspection systems. The latest inspection technology has also been upgraded with several other tools. For example, offline recipe optimization now makes it possible to improve the in- spection recipe based on recorded video, independent of ongoing operations. This allows for worldwide compliance of the highest quality standards with minimum reject rates, particularly for production on different lines and for frequently changing production orders and quality settings. With these new features, the inspection systems will become an indispensable tool for achieving the highest level of production efficiency and transparency, ensuring top quality for end customers. The highly sophisticated imaging analysis algorithms provide users with compre- hensive evaluation options in real time. This is made possible by the state-of-the- art camera and lighting systems, which detect even the smallest and lowest-con- trast defects in all process stages. ISRA SURFACE VISION GMBH Albert-Einstein-Allee 36-40 45699 Herten, Germany www.isravision.com www.maag.com ZAHNRADPUMPEN, GRANULIER- UND FILTRATIONSSYSTEME SOWIE PULVERMÜHLEN FÜR DIE POLYMERINDUSTRIE MAAG – 4 STEPS AHEAD FOR YOUR SUCCESS