MA-5151-ENG
PATTERN CONTROLLER STARBI
INTRODUCTION
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2. INTRODUCTION
Description
Focke Meler’s
StarBi
pattern controller is a control system for the dispensing
and positioning of hot-melt or vinyl glue (cold glue) adhesives in gluing
applications.
This device has a place in any market related to industrial gluing with hot-
melt or cold glue, such as labelling machines, box folding machines, wood
lamination, bookbinding…
The adhesive is applied by patterns with each pattern configurable with
various beads. These patterns are executed by controlling the opening
and closing of the application components in two different ways: by TIMES
(programming in units of milliseconds) or by DISTANCES (programming in
units of millimetres).
• A product by TIMES works without knowing the speed of the production
line. Delays and execution times are programmed and the pattern
controller makes the patterns based on those times.
The time elapsed from the detection of the substrate by the photocell
until the moment of the start of the application of the adhesive, as well
as the time that defines the size of the bead, is established for each
bead. If there is any variation in speed, the program will no longer be
valid and the execution times will have to be modified.
• A product by DISTANCES works by knowing the speed of the
production line. The positions and sizes of the beads to be executed are
programmed and the pattern controller makes the patterns based on
those distances.
The distance of the position of the start of the bead with respect to the edge
of the substrate, detected by the photocell, and the size (length) of the bead is
established for each bead.
In the latter case, there must always be a configured installation, where the
distances between photocells and solenoid valves, the compensation times
and the reading configuration of the line speed are defined.
The line speed can be known in two different selectable ways: by means of an
incremental encoder (pulse counter) or by an analogue input (0-10 V).
Intended use
The pattern controller must be used exclusively for the functions described in
this manual and under the limitations indicated therein.
Do not modify the installation or use components not supplied by Focke Meler.
For any modification of a component of the unit or part of the installation, you
must firstly consult the manufacturer.
Do not use power ratings greater than those indicated or with devices of
voltages different from those specified.