X-ray empty bottle inspector

 
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HEUFT InLine II IX

Detecting glass in glass and more: Smart all-surface empty bottle inspection with pulsed X-ray power.

Intelligent color sensor cameras developed in-house for complete optical inspection. Perfected pulsed X-rays for greater failure and detection reliability. The latest AI technologies for superior image analysis. And a cleaning and maintenance-optimized HEUFT CleanDesign: the HEUFT InLine II IX realizes full performance during the complete quality inspection of all areas of each individual empty bottle – and achieves a new level of precision not only in the challenging detection of glass-in-glass.


 

SOLICITUD

Infeed check

Ensure brand purity: Pre-sorting for greater line efficiency.

Defective, deviating, non-brand: the HEUFT InLine II IX can be equipped with various infeed check technologies – including a special rejection system which activates the most suitable rejection function depending on the problem bottle to be rejected – to prevent such bottles from coming in in the first place and impairing the performance of the inspection and the entire bottling line. Before the actual empty bottle inspection, this enables targeted pre-sorting for a single-variety infeed: only the correct empty containers, which can be inspected and filled without any problems, make it through. This not only ensures production quality, but also the efficiency and productivity of the entire line.

 

X-ray base inspection

Detecting simply more: Perfected pulsed X-rays.

We already developed the concept of using our unique X-ray flash technology for empty bottle inspection some time ago and have been continuously developing it ever since. It has long since established itself as the state of the art in the returnable and premium segment when it comes to reliably detecting glass splinters at the bottom of bottles, even in difficult cases. For example, if they are still surrounded by residual liquid from the washing machine. Compared to a purely optical inspection, pulsed X-rays increase the precision of glass-in-glass detection in such cases while minimizing the false rejection rate. Thanks to lifetime-optimized X-ray components and intelligent HEUFT reflexx A.I. X-ray image processing developed and manufactured in-house the new HEUFT InLine II IX achieves an unprecedented level of failure and detection reliability. Even during the identification of other high-density foreign objects, inclusions, shell-shaped fractures and cracks at the bottom of the empty bottle it is therefore simply much more effective!

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Intelligent optical base inspection

Gap-free examination: Full coverage at the bottom of the empty bottle.

Foil, cigarette butts, mould and other low-density foreign matter at the bottom of the bottle which could possibly escape the pulsed X-ray inspection are identified by the HEUFT InLine II IX with smart high-performance optics. HEUFT reflexx A.I. cameras from our own development and production in which our AI-supported image evaluation is directly integrated with the correct algorithms make such defects even more clearly recognizable. The same applies to scratches and cracks in the glass, among many other things. Flexibly controllable LEDs ensure homogeneous illumination of the entire bottle base – and therefore full coverage during optical base inspection. Regardless of their respective position, even transparent and reflective films can be reliably detected. HEUFT reflexx A.I.combines and analyzes the detection images in real-time, distinguishes harmless deviations such as drops of water smartly from critical defects and thus ensures even greater detection accuracy with a reduced false rejection rate.

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Finish and thread inspection

Finding defects and cracks: Safety around the bottle opening.

Defects, cracks, rust rings, contamination on the bottle finish and damage to the thread: the HEUFT InLine II IX has intelligent processes for optical finish and thread inspection in order to find such defects before they jeopardize product safety. Spectral lighting, smart image analysis and corresponding HEUFT reflexx A.I. camera technologies open up completely new possibilities. The complete inspection of the inside of the finish also covers the entire thread and underchip area. Critical defects such as overpressed finishes, thermal cracks or stress cracks, which can occur during bottle production in the glassworks or during storage, become visible when inspecting the neck finish sealing surface. Compared to the previous HEUFT standard, the resolution of the brilliant images is increased by a factor of four. This ensures the integrity of the area around the bottle opening as well as the sealability of the empty bottle to be filled.

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Quadruple sidewall inspection

Undistorted coverage about 360°: complete all-round inspection.

HEUFT reflexx A.I. cameras with four times the resolution are also used for the complete optical inspection of the side walls of each individual empty bottle, in which smart LED lighting is integrated as well as the AI-based image analysis. Critical defects such as transparent film and impurities in the empty bottle or inclusions, cracks and chips in the glass are thus made even more visible. The image resolution is now even eight times higher in the quadruple sidewall inspection, which covers well over 360 degrees of the bottle volume. Thanks to intelligent real-time image processing, the resulting detection images remain free of distortion. AI-based filters make cracks or inclusions in the glass visible even behind drops of water or embossing during real-time image evaluation and reliably distinguish them from non-critical objects. An optionally integrated special optic (see below) opens up unimagined perspectives during the smart side wall inspection of unfilled ACL bottles.

 

Residual liquid detection

Detecting caustic solutions, oils and paints: effective protection against product contamination.

Corrosive lye, oil or paint: even the smallest amounts of such residual liquids threaten the safety of the end product and the health of the consumer. The system uses two different methods to detect and remove affected empty bottles from circulation before they are filled: It uses high-frequency technology to identify residual suds and infrared sensors to identify oils and varnishes. Like all the detection modules of the completely redesigned HEUFTInLine II IX the HEUFT fluid units for residual liquid detection are fully integrated, safely enclosed and motor-adjustable. Thanks to the new construction of the X-ray supported empty bottle inspector in the hygiene-optimized HEUFT CleanDesign the compact module for detecting residual liquids now demonstrates its impressive precision directly in the device.

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Rejecting faulty products

Preventing recalls: reliable rejection of faulty containers.

Fast, already accurate: maximum precision during fault detection is only of any use if the affected products are subsequently removed from circulation. Single and multi-segment rejection systems from the HEUFT rejector series do this precisely and gently at the same time.

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Product monitoring and self-tests

Play it safe: Precise product tracking, regular self-tests.

Always know where a particular bottle is currently located: Every single one is tracked very precisely for this purpose. This ensures that none remains uninspected. The integrated reject verification system also checks whether every product identified as faulty is actually removed from circulation. Standardized self-test programs ensure that the detection performance is checked regularly. Thanks to more storage space and computing capacity the new HEUFT reflexx A.I. cameras now make even more possible in terms of self-monitoring.

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Easy changeovers

Automatic changeovers: Sustainable reduction in set-up times.

For a seamless complete inspection, servo technology on the cleverly driven conveyor not only realizes a targeted rotation and precise fine alignment of each individual bottle. It also adapts the height and width of the conveyor belt precisely to the changed format when changing types. The same applies to the positioning of all detections. Thanks to clearly reproducible type settings, this is done completely automatically. This reduces the need for manual intervention, saves personnel resources and not only saves time, but also money: efficiency and productivity losses due to lengthy changeover times are sustainably reduced.

Optional additional functions

Detect even more: Expanding the range of functions.

HEUFT SPECTRUM II systems have a modular design and can be extended at any time. A scuffing detection system can be integrated into the HEUFT InLine II IX as an option, particularly for returnable packaging machines. Combined with a rejection rate control system, less heavily scuffed bottles are only rejected if the production situation particularly allows it. The sidewall inspection of ACL bottles now not only verifies the presence of Applied Color or Applied Ceramic labels. With AI-based filters from the HEUFT reflexx A.I. image processing system they can even be hidden for a truly complete inspection in order to find hidden defects.

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Rayos X pulsados de vida útil optimizada

Simplemente una detección mejor y más sostenible: Tecnología única con fiabilidad extendida.

Más preciso, más suave, más duradero: lo que hace que los sistemas de rayos X HEUFT sean tan únicos es sobre todo la tecnología de pulsos de rayos X que está exclusivamente disponible con nosotros. En lugar de un haz continuo ininterrumpido sólo se emite un pulso de rayos X de milisegundos. Y sólo en el momento en que un producto a examinar en busca de cuerpos extraños peligrosos y otros riesgos para la seguridad se encuentra realmente en la zona de detección. Incluso si las velocidades de la línea son extremadamente altas o fluctúan, se consigue una fiabilidad de detección total con una radiación baja sin igual. El tubo de rayos X especialmente desarrollado y otros componentes optimizados de forma sostenible no sólo aumentan la cobertura y la sensibilidad de la inspección radiométrica. Lo mismo ocurre con la fiabilidad y la vida útil, de modo que el coste total de propiedad (TCO) se reduce considerablemente.

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HEUFT SPECTRUM II

Automático simplemente:  plataforma de equipos universales para un máximo desempeño.

 Altamente automatizado, universal y potente: los equipos pertenecientes a la familia HEUFT SPECTRUM II aseguran la detección de defectos con una fiabilidad operacional optima durante la inspección en línea de los envases. De esta manera, se asegura la calidad de los productos y la eficiencia de la línea.

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HEUFT reflexx A.I.

Simplemente reconozca más: Procesamiento de imágenes en tiempo real con inteligencia artificial.

Desde 2010, nuestro procesamiento de imágenes de desarrollo propio domina la disciplina de la IA del aprendizaje automático para la clasificación selectiva de objetos. Y desde entonces ha aprendido mucho: los filtros inteligentes distinguen las gotas de agua en el envase de las burbujas de aire en el vidrio e incluso hacen posible la identificación de pequeños defectos que se esconden detrás de ACLs o relieves. ¡HEUFT reflexx A.I. ahora también utiliza deep learning!

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HEUFT NaVi

Simplemente sabiendo qué hacer:  guía audiovisual explicativa para el usuario

Intuitiva, individual y audiovisual: ya no es necesario tener conocimientos previos  para operar los equipos de la serie HEUFT SPECTRUM II. La guía explicativa HEUFT NaVi está diseñada con la finalidad de que el usuario siga paso a paso lo que se le indica.

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HEUFT checkPoints

Atención enfocada simplemente en lo necesario: detección de problemas sin más gastos

Claro, directo y resolutivo: el usuario puede resolver inmediatamente una intervención manual, aunque no ocurra con mucha frecuencia. Debido al atractivo HEUFT checkPoints, es posible hacerlo en una ojeada, ya que información audiovisual es suministrada mediante la guía HEUFT NaVi.

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Tecnologías de Red

Todo conectado: conexión online para incrementar la eficiencia y la calidad

Transmisión de información en tiempo real, adquisición de datos de producción, análisis de líneas de producción y asistencia remota: Mediante la conexión a la red de la máquinas HEUFT, el cliente tiene la solución en sus manos!

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HEUFT CleanDesign

Limpieza simple: construcción higiénica optima

Accesible, limpio y  seguro:  el HEUFT CleanDesign diseñado especialmente para  ámbitos higiénicos altamente sensibles.

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HEUFT rejector

Retirada de productos defectuosos: el rechazo correcto para todos los envases

The compact HEUFT flip and HEUFT mono single-segment systems as well as the HEUFT DELTA-K and HEUFT DELTA-FW multi-segment rejectors are ideally suited for the reliable discharge of faulty full products.

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  • reliable detection of glass-in-glass and other foreign objects of high and low density

  • gapless inspection of all surfaces of empty bottles

  • unique combination of intelligent high-preformance optics and exclusive X-ray flash technology for full detection and rejection reliability

  • high-resolution color sensor camera images

  • brilliant X-ray shots with minimal radiation

  • AI-supported camera and X-ray image processing with HEUFT reflexx A.I.

  • revised HEUFT CleanDesign for better accessibility for cleaning and maintenance

  • highly automated HEUFT SPECTRUM II platform with self-explanatory HEUFT NaVi user guidance

  • automatic changes of type and format

  • easy integration into existing filling lines

  • online connection for remote maintenance and production data acquisition

  • Output range: up to 72,000 empty bottles / h

  • ≤ 0.2 percent false rejection rate