When it comes to your production, every minute you can save counts. Changing a line over to run a different container size can delay that precious start-up time, especially as you dial in the timing screws on each machine.
In order to speed up your changeovers and reduce your production time, Morrison has designed Deluxe Adjusters, a tool-less changeover tool that is a game changer. Each one is designed to help you dial in the in and out, up and down adjustments of the screw to get you running again faster.
What are Deluxe Adjusters?
Deluxe Adjusters are specialized components meticulously crafted to streamline the adjustment process of timing screw drive units on your conveyors. Given the critical role timing screws play in facilitating smooth handling of containers along the conveyor line, Deluxe Adjusters provide the precise and repeatable placement of the screws in relation to the container you’re running production on.
Attached to your drive unit, Deluxe Adjusters fulfill a crucial function: maintaining the timing screws precisely at the centerline of the conveyor. This strategic positioning not only optimizes system performance but also mitigates potential issues such as misalignment or unwanted container movement. And it’s repeatable! Each adjustment is based on a pre-assigned number provided on set up instructions. Your operators and maintenance professionals can quickly, easily, and literally dial it into place.
Equipped with intuitive counters, Deluxe Adjusters enable operators to track and adjust the positions of timing screws to suit the requirements of the containers you are running should your parameters change. This feature allows flexibility for future production while reducing the changes of error.
Types of Deluxe Adjusters
- Ratchet: This option allows adjustments to be made using a ratchet tool attached to the adjuster. Ratchet deluxe adjusters are simple, low maintenance, and cost efficient.
- Hand Wheel: Hand wheel Deluxe Adjusters are tunable by hand, offering tool-less adjustment capabilities all with the turn of the wheel. This option provides convenience and ease of use for operators.
- Automatic: The automatic Deluxe Adjuster is a
cutting-edge solution that requires no manual intervention. Accessed through the Human Machine Interface (HMI) panel, it offers touchless adjustment capabilities, making it faster, more efficient, and less prone to human error as the HMI will do the work for you by simply selecting a pre-determined recipe.
How Deluxe Adjusters can speed up changeovers on your Timing Screw Drive Units:
1. Reduced Changeover Time: With Deluxe Adjusters, the process of adjusting timing screws during changeovers becomes significantly faster and safer for your operators due to the tool-less design.
2. Repeatability: Deluxe Adjusters helps bring more precise, repeatable adjustments due to the counter system, leading to consistent product handling and minimized variability. This is critical when you are working with changeovers in different shifts. It helps reduce the need to have an expert changeover on the machine and allows anyone to do it, reducing the errors associated with manual labor.
3. Precision & Accuracy: Deluxe Adjusters offer the precision needed to maintain optimal performance. This helps reduce damaged product and profit loss due to incorrect set up of timing screws in relation to the containers. By providing clear counters and intuitive adjustment mechanisms, Deluxe Adjusters enable operators to make accurate adjustments with confidence.
4. Troubleshooting Assistance: In the event of operational issues, Deluxe Adjusters can aid in troubleshooting by providing a clear reference point for adjustments and ensuring that components are properly aligned.
Which one is right for you? That’s up to you! We offer three different options so you can pick the one that’s right for your budget and your operation and maintenance teams. To learn more, fill out this form or reach out to your sales manager.
