Implementación de un sistema de inspección de sellado para envases plásticos de lubricantes

Abstract

The objective of this project is to develop a verification prototype to ensure the correct sealing of lubricant containers, allowing for improved quality during the production process. The implementation of this automated system optimizes the inspection process, reducing human intervention and increasing efficiency in the detection of possible leaks. For the construction of the prototype, devices such as optical sensors and gas sensors are used, which provide accurate and reliable verification of the seal. The integration of these sensors is carried out through a data acquisition system with an Arduino microcontroller, which facilitates the reading and processing of the signals, allowing their correct interpretation by the Siemens LOGO! programmable controller. The control and operation of the system have been programmed in LOGO! Soft Comfort, while the structural mechanical design was developed in a 3D program. In this process, the lubricant containers are transported through a belt, where a pneumatic mechanism is activated in charge of applying a controlled compression. At the same time, the sensors analyze the presence of possible leaks and determine that the packaging complies with the established quality standard. This automated system represents an efficient solution for the industry, by guaranteeing a reliable inspection process, reducing waste and improving the traceability of quality control in production.