The Surface Inspection System SUPERSCAN SPR inspects the surface of each panel inline to ensure consistent sorting. The automatic image processing system guarantees 100 % inspection and allows continuous, consistent sorting by detection of surface defects of raw panels. Detailed conclusions for upstream production process adjustments are possible through defects and statistics reports. Thus, not only sorting, but also the entire production process can be optimized.
Each panel is inspected by a camera system on the top and bottom surfaces. Thus, defective areas are detected where the surface differs from the normal surface. Any detected area is classified in types of faults and defects. The parameterisation of quality allocation and sorting rules is adjustable. The data of surface faults or defects of each panel is shown on the monitor. The inspection results are transferred to the PLC of the production machine, which will conduct the sorting of panels.
Benefits at a glance
- Reliable, objective, complete inspection of sanded panel
- Evaluation of sanding results
- Detection, classification and distinction of defect types
- Early detection of defects prior to downstream coating processes
- Detailed reports on defect location on the panel
- Independent learning of new defect types
- Creation of individual sorting criteria
Design of the system
The basic construction of the measuring system is a solid, closed frame. Doors allow easy access to individual measuring components. Slight overpressure provides optimum measuring conditions while cooling the light source.
Depending on the kind of inspection required - one- or two-side inspection - the modular, lacquared steel frame carries a bottom and /or top frame.
Conveying tables (belt or rollers) are installed before and after the scanner
Different lighting modules are available for classification of different defects.:
- Light patches (glue, water, …)
- Dark patches (oil, rubber, resin, bark,…)
- Coarse chip in the surface, spreading faults
- Unsanded areas, rough areas, dust patches
- Cracks (in the surface)
- Break-offs at panel edge or corner
- Cross-stripes, sanding mistakes, chatter marks, holes
- Unsanded areas, rough areas, dust patches
- Cracks (in the surface)
- Break-offs at panel edge or corner
- Cross-stripes, sanding mistakes, chatter marks, holes, indentations
- Dents, elevations, blisters
- Pin stripes
Most of the mentioned faults and defects can be exclusively and clearly allocated to a special defect type by combining both modules.
Technical Data
| Panel width: | up to 124 in [3150 mm] |
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| Panel length: | up to 315 in [8000 mm] |
| Panel thickness: | 0.20 to 3.15 in [5 to 80 mm] |
| Defect size: | from 0.006 in² [4 mm²] |
| Temp. panel surface: | up to 194 °F [90 °C] |
| Temp. production hall: | up to 113 °F [45 °C] |
Software
The user-friendly software of GreCon measuring system is based on the operating system Windows. Database, recipe administration and customized report functions provide those information the user needs quickly and clearly either in numerical or in graphical representation.
After-sales-service
Fagus GreCon, Inc. offers a network of sales and service partners with internal qualified service staff. Thus, a competent partner is available to you anytime and anywhere.
Our experts ensure an optimal and reliable function of your GreCon measuring systems in agreed intervals.
The GreCon measuring systems are equipped with the GreCon Remote Support to support the operators. This system makes a safe, easy and quick remote support possible in case of any possible failure, to control the system or to answer questions.
Fagus GreCon, Inc. offers a continental network of subsidiaries and sales and service partners with internal qualified service staff. Thus, a competent partner is available to you in case of need within very short time and in short distance.
