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News Release from: RA Rodriguez (UK) | Subject: Werner Easyline
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 29 January 2003
Gantry systems take print heads to any
position
Inkjet coding is a prime application area where RA Rodriguez adds considerable value.
Efficient coding and marking is a critical element in modern food production Inkjet printers, able to multi-line codes at high speed are now widely available but when teamed with dedicated automation systems their productivity potential is considerably enhanced
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 22 Nov 2000 at 8.00am (UK)
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Modular automation for ink jet coding
Not all coding applications can be met by an ink jet printer in isolation. More often than not, an automation system is required.
Inkjet coding is a prime application area where RA Rodriguez adds considerable value.
Using its Werner Easyline linear motion modules and controllers as a basis, RA Rodriguez is able to design and construct purpose-built gantry systems that transport a number of print-heads across rows of products.
A typical example is at Yeo Valley Farms.
Created from Werner Easyline and driven by stepper motor, this gantry system includes adjustable inkjet head holders.
It transports three print-heads over yoghurt pots that are set in rows of three on a large rotary filling machine.
The entire IP65-rated unit can be rotated through 45 degrees to allow the direction of print to be altered to suit the pot lid.
The system was installed complete with controller for programming print position and for communication with the host machine.
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