The Pearson BF40 Bliss Former produces a wide variety of shipper and display-ready 3-piece bliss boxes using field-proven technologies in controls, pneumatics, vacuum systems and motion.
*Range represents machine family. Actual ranges vary by individual model.
This machine can be modified to operate outside of standard specifications to accommodate smaller or larger dimension products and cases. Specific adjustments require engineering review to determine limitations and potential performance trade-offs such as machine speed or larger machine footprint.
Several options are available for custom controls integration of conveyers upstream and downstream of Pearson equipment. Typically, all equipment is integrated on one Ethernet network and controls are housed in the Pearson machine electrical cabinet. Options may include additional power supplies and control processor upgrades.
A remote access router mounted in the electrical cabinet allows secure Internet VPN connection to a machine or system for support and control program change needs. This capability is included with every Pearson engineered system and as an option on all individual machines. Remote service access offers the potential to reduce on-site service trips. Internet connectivity is available via direct Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or cellular methods.
Secondary operator stations in separate enclosures can be added to the opposite side of the machine from the main operator HMI station for easy access to cycle start/stop, reset, and emergency stop pushbutton functions.
Case erector magazine extensions allow longer continuous machine operation between magazine reloads. A variety of horizontal and vertical magazine extension upgrades are available and range from 2 feet to more than 16 feet depending on the machine and available floor space.
Adhesive fill systems monitor and maintain proper adhesive levels in hot melt glue system tanks. The sealed melter and auto-feed systems relieve machine operators from continuously refilling the tank. Pearson provides both Nordson and Valco Melton automatic glue fill systems.
Additional internal LED lighting is particularly helpful where ambient light is low. Better visibility improves viewing scales and eases changeovers and clearing jams. Older machines may require a power supply upgrade.
The extended feed system replenishes the primary material hoppers. As it nears depletion, the conveyor is activated and a stack of die cut corrugate is deposited into the primary hopper. Body wrap stack transfer systems can double or triple overall material capacity, while H-divider stack transfer magazines can more than quadruple the standard machine capacity.
The magazine extension adds additional capacity for longer continuous operation between magazine reloads. Various extension lengths are available depending on machine model.
For bliss former machines, powered scoring wheels help to better form case corners, reduce premature wear on the feed belt and compression rollers, and assure proper glue placement. This option is recommended for cases with display cutouts and cases with double wall body wraps.
Easily accessible and safe tooling storage can be added to the machine in form of a portable Tooling Storage Cart or a storage shelf under the machine’s magazine bed or mounted to the frame. The specific machine design determines which option is preferred or feasible.
In many applications, pneumatic functionality can be upgraded to servo motor control offering more precise machine control, less maintenance, and no requirement for compressed air. Examples include servo ram, flap kickers, and flight control designs.
Convenient communication/power portals can be added to the outside of the machine’s electrical cabinet via the door or side of cabinet. Pearson offers multiple Ethernet/power outlet combinations dependent on machine type and amperage.
A Network Address Translation device allows specific Ethernet network configurations across multiple machines in the plant network and offers the ability for remote support through VPN connections.
For glue machines with or without an autofill option, a separate power disconnect installed on the glue stand allows the glue system to be powered independently of the associated machine. If machine power is lost or turned off, the glue tank can remain powered and at temperature ready to perform.
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