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Overview

The HotSpot™️, powered by Bytronic Automation, is a fully integrated quality control system that uses non-contact thermal imaging technology to deliver the perfect solution for hot-melt glue application quality control. The system ensures that every pack is correctly glued and folded with manual inspection.

"The HotSpot™️ provides a green manufacturing solution to companies looking to reduce their environment footprint, embrace sustainability, reduce waste and protect the environment."

100% INSPECTION

100% inspection, zero contact with product.

PREVENTATIVE

Prevents collapsing multipacks.

GUARANTEED

Guarantee presence, location, size and temperature of every glue spot.

STABILITY

Ensures pallet stability.

Key Features

  • Eliminates plastic wrapping by making cardboard & paperboard stronger, safer & more reliable.
  • A fast, dependable & non-destructive test of packaging integrity, checking every seal on every package.
  • Combines optical & thermal imaging technology with advanced machine vision software.
  • Prevents accidents, breakages & returns caused by defective packaging.
  • Cost effective quality control to support your sustainable goals.

How it Works

Cartons are formed then hot melt glue is applied to the carton flaps. The flaps are then folded and sealed to the carton sides to complete the assembly. By measuring that the glue is at the required temperature, has been applied to the correct area and in the desired quantity, you can be assured that the carton will not fail and is safe to be transported. Missing glue means potential breakages in logistics or at the point of sale. Badly shaped cartons means poor product sales. The HotSpot vision system consists of a color camera and FLIR LWIR camera, inspecting the areas where the flaps are sealed. The thermal imaging camera is providing a measurement of the glue temperature and location, through the carton material. The color camera checks that the flaps have been properly formed and that the carton is the correct shape. If HotSpot identifies a failure from either camera, the system can provide a digital output to the production line.
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Specifications

Make plastic wrap a thing of the past by guaranteeing your cardboard or paperboard packaging is strong, safe and sturdy with HotSpot. HotSpot is a fully automated quality control inspection system which accurately and instantly checks hot melt glue adhesive across a wide variety of packaging types. Using FLIR long wave infrared thermal cameras and Cognex Vision Pro high resolution optical imaging systems, combined with intelligent machine vision software, HotSpot can monitor the shape, size, location and temperature of hot melt glue application and ensure that packaging is correctly formed and sealed. Fitted to any packaging line or cartoning machine, HotSpot checks every package, ensuring your products are distributed in safe, reliable packaging without the need for plastic wrapping. HotSpot stops faulty packaging in its tracks, with 100% accuracy.

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Hardware

  • FLIR longwave infrared thermal cameras
  • Touchscreen control panel

Software

  • Cognex Vision Pro Software

Other Specifications

  • Can be installed or retrofitted to any conveyor or carton machine
  • Solid state memory & Ethernet Connectivity
  • Waterproof Connectors
  • Compatible with data capture systems, enabling real-time analysis & insight into production line activity
  • Capacity for add-on modules
  • Delivery time 6-8 weeks

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  • Can be fitted & set up in under 2 hours with professional installation

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