Implementación de un módulo mecatrónico de un sistema de llenado de envases galoneros con control de flujo mediante PLC y simulación HMI

Abstract

The main purpose of this project is the introduction of a mechatronic module designed for filling gallon containers, specifically intended for small ventures involved in the marketing of bottled water. The innovation lies in the application of a conventional filling system adapted for gallon containers, aiming to prevent water loss due to common oversights in manual filling processes. The execution of this prototype is carried out through the use of a conveyor belt that initiates its movement upon receiving the command through the start button. When the bottle reaches a predetermined position, information obtained through a capacitive sensor, it proceeds, through parameters set in the Human-Machine Interface (HMI), to activate the pump and fill the container according to the predefined quantity, or alternatively, the exact amount to fill a gallon. It is essential to highlight that the mechatronic system is equipped with a level sensor in the main container, allowing the system to halt in the absence of water detection. Additionally, an acoustic alarm (buzzer) connected to the emergency stop has been integrated, alerting of potential risks during the process.