Leak Detection | RPM - Reliant Packaging Machinery

Available Products

TDLC

TDLC TapTone's TDLC sensor is designed to measure pressure on foil and film sealed containers from the top of the container instead of the sides. TDLC Sensor Rapid on-line inspection: up to 1.52 m/sec (300 ft/min) maximum Available with low profile belts for small container inspection (T550 compression only) Available with single or dual sensors User Interface Required: Can be used with the T550 or Pro Series user interface

DSC

Dual Sensor Compression Advanced Leak Detection for Flexible Containers Dual Sensor Compression Technology detects and rejects leaking and damaged flexible containers at production line speeds up to 1.52 m/sec (300 ft/min). The system is designed with dual parallel belts suspended over the customer’s existing conveying system. As the container passes through the system, the dual parallel belts apply force to the sidewall of the container. This action compresses the headspace of the container which allows a comparative measurement to be taken at both the infeed and the discharge of the system. Comparing readings on the same container at the infeed and discharge of the system eliminates the effects of typical product and container variations. Dual Sensor Compression (DSC) Features Rapid on-line inspection: up to 1.52 m/sec (300 ft/min) maximum Accurate leak detection as small as 0.152 mm (0.006 in) (application and container dependent) Available with a TDLC sensor for inspecting containers with foil or film seals User Interface Required: Can be used with the PRO Series user interface

DSC-TB

Dual Sensor Compression (TB) Advanced Leak Inspection in Stand Up Pouches The PRO Series Dual Sensor Compression Twin Belt (TB) sensor is specifically designed for pouch inspection. The patented technology is designed to identify and reject leaking pouch style containers caused by defects in the seams or fitment closure. Features Belt Speed 25 – 350 feet/minute (7 – 106 meters/minute) 1,500 containers/pouches per minute maximum Variable speed belts 36" to 76" conveyor height 230VAC or 460VAC Power 15psi pressure sensor calibration NEMA 4X, IP65 Washdown, 304 Stainless Steel Dual Sensor Compression - Twin Belt for Pouch Inspection Rapid on-line inspection of stand up pouches Accurate leak detection as small as 0.006" (0.152MM) (application dependent) Auto-adjust twin belts for maximum sensitivity and gentle package handling User Interface Required: Compatible only with the PRO Series user interfaces

FORCE

FORCE Pressure Inspection up to 3.1 bar or 45 psi Force technology detects leaks and low pressure in LN2 dosed containers, carbonated beverage containers and aerosol containers. Parallel belts transport the container past a sensor that measures the tension on the sidewall of the container. This action allows the system to measure the pressure inside the container. Utilizing DSP technology, the controller analyzes the measurement and assigns a merit value to each container. If the merit value is outside of the acceptable range, a reject signal activates a remote reject system and the container is removed from the line. Force Sensor (F) Rapid on-line inspection: up to 1.9 m/sec (375 ft/min) maximum Pressure inspection up to 3.1 bar or 45 psi Ideal for low to mid-range pressure applications Can be used to inspect flexible metal or plastic containers T550 User Interface required for operation

FORCE STAINLESS

FORCE STAINLESS Force technology detects leaks and low pressure in LN2 dosed containers, carbonated beverage containers and aerosol containers. Parallel belts transport the container past a sensor that measures the tension on the sidewall of the container. This action allows the system to measure the pressure inside the container. Utilizing DSP technology, the controller analyzes the measurement and assigns a merit value to each container. If the merit value is outside of the acceptable range, a reject signal activates a remote reject system and the container is removed from the line. The TapTone FS is designed to handle the higher pressure applications found with many aerosol containers and heavy duty aluminum can/bottle applications. The system inspects 100% of containers at production line speeds. The FS sensor is manufactured with a stainless steel transport system for harsh environments. The reinforced side plates give extra rigidity for high pressure applications and allow for a stable reading with excellent resolution. The system can alternatively be fit with a mid-range or low range pressure sensor for applications that require all-stainless steel construction. Force Stainless (FS) Rapid on-line inspection: up to 2.67 m/sec (525 ft/min) maximum Pressure inspection up to 12 bar or 180 psi Can be used to inspect flexible metal or plastic containers User Interface Required: PRO Series interface

Acoustic Technology

Acoustic technology measures pressure or vacuum in containers with metal closures that do not have a measurable lid deflection. The sensor applies a “tap” to the top of each container lid using an electromagnetic pulse, exciting the closure. The lid vibrates at a natural resonant frequency “tone” based on internal pressure or vacuum. The resultant “tone” signal is sensed by a microphone. The Digital Signal Processor (DSP) produces a real-time signal spectrum and calculates the frequency of the “tone” for that lid which is then compared to user set limits. Containers with a frequency outside these limits are rejected. A User Interface is required to operate the acoustic sensor. This sensor is compatible with the T550 and PRO Series User Interfaces. Each TapTone User interface is capable of running multiple inspections simultaneously. Other leak, fill level, or vision sensors (model and user interface dependent) can be added with the acoustic sensor. Consult the Product Catalog for more information. Acoustic Sensor Non-contact inspection Up to 1,500 containers per minute Requires TapTone User Interface for operation.