Feature Exhibition Preview What to see at Total 2013
Taking place at the NEC, Birmingham, on 4th-6th June 2013, The Total Processing & Packaging Exhibition incorporates PAKEX, The PPMA Show and Interphex, covering every aspect of the processing and packaging industry. Here, Automation magazine takes a closer look at just some of this year’s 300+ exhibitors, and the products and technologies that will be on show
Stand D60: At TOTAL 2013 R. A. Rodriguez will be featuring its Universal Robot offering, particularly how complementary technology can now add intelligence and even greater scope of application. The Universal Robot provides six axes of movement and is quick to install, can be easily moved around the factory and the user interface is simple to learn. As Universal Robots are in compliance with the ISO standard for collaborative
robots, they can be operated without safety guarding, providing the application meets certain criteria. R. A. Rodriguez will also be demonstrating its IEF Werner systems that are designed to provide the efficient transfer of work pieces to and from assembly lines, often integrating end of line processes such as part marking and testing.
www.rarodriguez.co.uk T: 01462 670 044
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Stand D70: Stemmer Imaging will be showcasing its new, scalable multi-camera vision system, the GEVA300 from Teledyne DALSA. The GEVA300 compact vision system supports up to 6 GigE Vision cameras coupled to an Intel dual-core ATOM architecture for image processing and measurement suitable for a wide range of inspection applications. Vision solu- tions are set-up using iNspect or Sherlock application software, which both
Stand G16: Pilz Automation will have a team of machine safety experts on its stand throughout the show to discuss functional safety related control solutions, standards and training courses for process and packaging applications found in the food, beverage, tobacco, pharmaceutical and other industrial sectors. Hardware on the Pilz stand will include the new PNOZmulti 2 configurable safety control system, the IP67 rated Pilz Decentralised Periphery (PDP) safe distributed I/O
offer a wide selection of tools and capabilities for positioning, identification, verification, measurement and flaw detection.
Another new development is a tool for Stemmer Imaging’s Common Vision Blox imaging toolkit which provides print inspection capabilities even when the print is on a complex textured background.
www.stemmer-imaging.co.uk T: 01252 780 000
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solution for ‘cabinet-free connectivity’, the PSS4000 integrated standard and safety automation system, and the latest developments in the Pilz range of safety interlocks, RFID-based sensors, access control devices and light curtains. Software on show will include the PNOZmulti Configurator, PAS 4000 Automation Suite, and PAScal Safety Calculator, plus there will be full details of the new Pilz Training Courses .
www.pilz.co.uk T: 01536 460 766
Stand C20: Omron Electronics will demonstrate integrated automation solu- tions that provide the packaging industry with quick and simple integration of motion, safety, vision and robotics onto packaging lines. Also on show will be Omron’s recently launched range of advanced packaging automation products, including an entirely new control platform - one that enables packaging engineers to work with one software lan-
Stand J22: The Total Processing & Packaging exhibition will see Pacepacker Services launch its Blu-Robot Pick & Place range of second user automation solutions. The reconditioned solutions, which are well suit- ed for seasonal packers or low volume product producers, typically halve the cost of a new system and can be used to handle primary and secondary packaging including punnets, netted produce, cartons, retailer trays and
guage and one connection type.
In addition the company will be exhibiting its latest vision systems and sensors. Omron can offer both OEM component solutions and full turnkey packages designed to provide 100% inspection and eliminate non-confor- mant products entering the supply chain.
www.industrial.omron.co.uk T: 01908 258 253
sacks. The range is well suited to food producers handling fresh produce, snacks, ready meals and meat trays. Also on show will be Pacepacker’s flagship bulk bagging system, Total Bag
Control (TBC), and as a FANUC Strategic Partner, the latest FANUC palletis- ing robots will also be on display.
www.pacepacker.com T: 01371 811 544
Stand D12: SICK will be unveiling its new RapCo system that offers a reliable, automated solution to protect product quality and boost productivity. The RapCo is the latest from SICK’s range of sensors and sensing systems. RapCo promises to speed up product changes by adjusting mechanical stops automatically through an integrated package of sensors, drives, a controller, display and cabling. All RapCo’s settings can be configured via a display and no knowledge
Stand M50: In addition to sponsoring the Interphex Theatre, Bürkert Fluid Control Systems will be showcasing a range of process products and will be providing product technical experts to discuss the products’ features and bene- fits. Show attendees are being encouraged to bring with them any application questions or challenges they have that could do with some input from an expert. Products on the stand include the AirLINE QUICK, the Robolux valve block
of PLC programming is needed.
SICK will also be demonstrating its new deTec4 next generation safety light cur- tain. With a space saving, robust IP67 design, the deTec4 has no blind zones, offer- ing optimum positioning and protection against unsafe access. It has an automatic measurement range of up to ten metres.
www.sick.co.uk T: 01727 831 121
solution, the ELEMENT range, the Type 8681 control head and the Type 8619 multiCELL transmitter/controller. Bürkert will also be presenting a seminar and training session entitled ‘Multiport Valves - cutting costs in pharma appli- cations’ on 5th June and visitors to the stand will also have the opportunity to win an iPad.
www.burkert.co.uk T: 01285 648 720
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