TMC-FLX-system
The modular integrated solution
3 in 1
- Measure, evaluate and sort at the same time
- Can be integrated into all inspection machines
Universal
Contactless
- Non-contact measuring without damaging the glass containers
- No recalibration required over the product's entire lifetime
Low-maintenance
Non-contact measurement of glass containers
The TMC-FLX system measures the wall thickness distribution of containers at the cold end while they are rotating in the inspection machine. The measured values from the chromatic sensors are analysed in the base unit of the TMC-FLX system. This base unit then communicates the subsequent good/bad decision to the inspection machine and any defective bottles are sorted.
In addition, it is possible to couple the TMC-FLX system to a supervision system. The measurement data can be linked to mould numbers and therefore used to optimise processes. Spot checking the wall thickness on the production line is also necessary for process and quality controls.
The LabTMC® is suitable for this purpose and can be used at the hot or cold ends for offline wall thickness measurement. The convenient LabTMC® is ready for immediate use, meaning that bottles removed during production can be measured straight away.
Offline thickness measurement with the LabTMC
Our compact measuring device can be used for quick and accurate quality control in laboratories or for sampling inspections at the hot or cold ends in manufacturing.
The sensors
The TMC-FLX system has a modular structure. This means that all of our chromatic sensors can be used in combination with the base unit. A total of up to four sensors can be connected to the base unit.
Our all-rounder
C46
- Suitable for (almost) all measuring tasks
- Compact and robust
- For use on an articulated arm
Our specialists
C42
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For out-of-round and rectangular containers
C13
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For very small containers
C54
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For very dark containers
Our multi-level sensor
MES
- Four measuring points in a single sensor
- Large measuring field with high precision
- For non-stationary, thin areas
Overview of sensors with typical working distances
TMC-FLX – a comparison of chromatic sensors
Technical data
You can find an overview of our sensors with all specifications in our product catalogue.
We help you to find the right sensor
Accessories and areas of application for the TMC-FLX system
MCB2
Bridging technology between the TMC-FLX system and the TMC15-B, TMC28-B and TMC-B4 predecessor base units.
TMC-FLX EXT
Enables the TMC-FLX system to be fully integrated into the inspection machine – for greater protection and flexibility, as well as reduced repairs to the optical connections.
Conveyor measurement
The TMC-FLX system can also be fitted to a conveyor belt for container glass that is very out-of-round.
External monitor
For easier operation and a larger display.
MTA
Enables the TMC-FLX system to be connected to a supervision system. The collected measurement data can be linked to mould numbers and therefore used to optimise processes.
TMC-FLX-C46-BTMA
Base mirror for the TMC-FLX-C46 sensor to directly and reliably monitor the wall thickness in the base region.