Full Plunger Motion Monitor
The Plunger Process Control System 2 (PPC2) monitors individual full plunger motions during the parison forming process. The system uses full stroke sensors and a unique method to eliminate cabling in the plunger mechanism. As well as measuring plunger stroke for the NNPB and PB processes, gob weight is automatically controlled with closed loop technology to adjust tube height and individual plunger needles in the feeder. The display shows by cavity the full plunger stroke profile allowing optimization of the press time and plunger up profile. All profiles are stored electronically and all data is easily displayed and extracted from the system. All the features enable the production specialists to optimize the forming process, reduce variability and improve quality.
PPC Features
- Full stroke motion tracking
- Gob weight control
- Wireless sensor connection
- Hot End Ware Reject HEWR
- Process data collection, storage and extraction
- Advanced diagnostic tools
- Status visibility with large LED display
Configuration
PPC is available for the following Quick Change Plunger Mechanisms
- 4 1/4" DG
- 5" DG
- 85mm TG - 5" DG Quick Conversion
- 5 1/2" DG
- 6 1/4" DG (IS/AIS/NIS)
- 4 1/4" TG (IS/AIS)
- 5" TG (NIS)
- 95mm QG (NIS)
Features
- Data extraction
- Common user interface with UC2
- Scalable user interfaces
- Potential for future enhancements
Benefits
- Full access to data from the PPC system via state of the art protocol
- Reduce the amount of screens for the operator by toggling between UC2 and PPC2 user interfaces from one hardware
- Add additional stationary or carriable clients
- Stay on top with upcoming software developments
Field upgrades proposal
Complexity
- Installation can be done on a running machine and startup during a job change.
Availability
- Machine types: All BEG forming machines already equipped with PPC
Prerequisites
- PPC functions standalone regardless of control system installed
Implementation of upgrade
Project management effort
- Specification: 4 hours
- Follow up: 4 hours
Service requirement
- 1 Automation specialist 3 days on site
Required training to be included
- 2-3 days
Service optional
- E-learning PPC1 to PPC2 what does it take