Checks detection has always been a complex and time-consuming inspection to run on glass containers. Tiama has developed the Saturn to revamp manual checks detection. With 6 to 11 wide-angle cameras plugged on swivel arms, the system detects checks on all container parts including finish, shoulder, base as well as body. Once cameras are oriented towards the article, detection threshold and minimal check surface are the only two parameters that must be set up. As a result, job change times can be reduced significantly compared to standard manual technology. Saturn integrates the company’s latest user-friendly interface, making it even easier to set up.

 At a pace of 350BPM, Saturn can analyse up to 792 high-resolution images, allowing it to catch the tiniest checks on bottles and jars. Production quality can be kept at the highest level whilst false reject levels may be significantly reduced. Resorting often caused by checks defects can also be reduced by up to 90% compared to standard technology.

Saturn adapts to any container colour, without dimensional restrictions. It can be installed on all Tiama carrousel machines, making it a versatile solution adapted to most production setups. The base offer starts with six cameras for finish and neck inspection and can be complemented with three body cameras and two base cameras for a full article inspection.

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Image: Close up of the Tiama Saturn inspection system.