Show Machine Spotlight: Smart Changeover Machine

We’re located in the Central Hall in Booth #C1851. Walk in at the main entrance for the Central Hall and head towards the innovation stage. You can’t miss our hanging spiral screw signage. Check out this map below to see how to find our booth.

What’s one machine Morrison is showcasing?

Last week we walked you through our Morrison Smart Divider and a Smart Combiner, if you want to read about that click here.

The next machine we are going to be displaying this year is our Smart Changeover Machine. This system runs multiple container sizes around a loop, manipulating the containers in different ways. Quick changeovers can be demonstrated upon request.

Main Features of the Smart Changeover Machine

• • The system is equipped with A.I. Operator Assistance that helps ensure that the operator sets the system up correctly. A color sensor looks at the color of the change parts and automatically loads the proper recipe so setup positions are correct by adjusting centerlines (both vertically and horizontally) as well as inputting the proper speed settings.
    • The system also automatically times the timing screws. When performing changeover or setting up the line, the screws will automatically time to the correct location so that you don’t have to rely on an operator to visually inspect and set the timing between screws.
  • There is a low total cost of ownership of the system. The eccentric drive bracket allows for minimal parts, meaning lower preventative maintenance parts. This also allows for visible inspection of the belt and pulley for easy preventative maintenance.
  • Destaco clamps are used on the idler end to remove the screw, making changeovers completely tool-less.
  • Around the conveyor loop of the system are adjustable rails. With a push of a button on the HMI, and no tools needed, you can change over the rail locations to handle a wide variety of container sizes. This allows for infinite adjustment of rail position for many container sizes to run on the same line. Want to know more about our Auto Adjust Rails®? Check out all you need to know here.

For the square containers, they are turned 90 degrees as they pass through the set of timing screws before going around the loop to run through the screws again.

Possible Uses:

-     Label placement on a different side of a container

-     Inspection of different sides of the container

-     Presentation of containers to the end of line equipment

The round containers are dwelled in the timing screw for a split second at a consistent location while the screw continues to run, which in time adds life to the machine.

Possible Uses:

-     Inspection of a stable product

-     Weighing of a container over a scale

-     Applying a label

-     Dropping glue onto containers

-     Pressing a cap or plug onto the containers

See the whole system in action at Pack Expo Las Vegas 2021. Add us to your Show Planner and make an appointment to meet directly with our experts while at Pack Expo.