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Benchtop Dome Reform Gauge (DRG™)

Complete and detailed non-contact measurement of dome reform parameters on beverage cans

The Benchmark™ DRG™ is capable of achieving excellent R&R (Repeatability and Reproducibility) with results that can be trusted. The gauge automatically measures its own reference piece for every can tested, ensuring complete reliability.

  • Complete profiling of the dome reform feature
  • Excellent repeatability (R&R)
  • Optimized tool setup
  • Measurements include tilt and concentricity relative to the stand
  • Low maintenance
  • Easy to use
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Benchmark™ Dome Reform Gauge

SortProductPageProduct CodeDescriptionCan Body SizesNeck SizesCan Heights
139SI640xSI6400Benchmark™ DRG™ Dome Reform Gauge202 to 211 (change parts required)15,000Typically 17 seconds

PRODUCT CAPABILITIES

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SI640x
Cans Accepted:
202 to 211 (change parts required)
Maximum Batch Size:
255 cans
Machine Throughput:
Test cycle typically 17 seconds
Measurement Features:
Measures over 10 separate parameters, including:
  • dome reform diameter (diameter at user-defined height above base)
  • maximum dome reform diameter (diameter at height where reform feature is widest)
  • reform height (height of above base)
  • minimum stand diameter
  • dome depth (in centre of chuck)
  • Provides values for reform tilt and reform eccentricity in form of radial plots (for information only)


SPECIFICATIONS

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SI640x
Voltage:
110 or 240 V, single phase
Temperature Range:
10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F)
Relative Humidity:
0% to 80% non-condensing
Ingress Protection:
IP10
Controller:
Process Master™ gauge software running on attached PC
Measurement Reporting:
Batch results displayed on PC screen and optionally sent as report to network storage or network printer (Report format specified at time of order)
No. of batch results stored: user-definable in software (default = 100)
Loading:
Manual loading and unloading
Dimensions:
330mm x 530mm x 270mm (12.99" x 20.87" x 10.63")
Weight:
22kg
Compliance:
CE marked, complies with relevant EU product directives
Calibration:
Local calibration using supplied setting piece (gauge identifies when this is required)
Annual calibration of setting piece is required

Due to continual product development, actual specifications may change. E&OE

Carries out a 360°optical scan of the dome reform with excellent repeatability

COMPLETE SCAN OF REFORM FEATURES

Systems that only measure a few points on the dome reform feature on beverage cans cannot give enough information to be sure that it has been reformed correctly all round.Sencon's SI6400 Dome Reform Gauge (DRG) carries out a continuous 360° scan of the dome, giving fully comprehensive data about the formation of the feature.

This reveals the true diameter of the reform groove and its height from the base of the stand and giving clear visualization of any eccentricity or anomalies which may have occurred. This allows the tooling to be adjusted to produce the best quality cans. The system also displays the dome reform diameter at a user specified height to enable correlation of measurements to other gauging systems.

TILT AND CONCENTRICITY

The comprehensive data yielded by Sencon's 360° optical scan shows whether the reform groove is tilted in the horizontal plane and how concentric it is relative to the stand. This important information can be missed completely by systems that only use a few measurement points.

Benefits of Benchmark™ Series Gauges

The Benchmark Series is a uniquely comprehensive range of benchtop gauges for beverage can measurement, test and inspection. The gauges use the same advanced technologies as the fully automatic Master Series™, making available Sencon's well-proven gauging solutions in compact, standalone units that are well suited to the quality assurance laboratory and are equally at home beside the production line.

Fast, semi-automatic operation

Procedures are defined and selected with Sencon's proprietary Process Master™ gauging software or via intuitive touch screen icons. Then as soon as a can is loaded and the safety door closed the test is automatically carried out.

Multiple can sizes

The gauges all accept different can body and neck diameters and can heights, with either no change parts or quick-fit inserts (see individual pages for details).

Flexible configuration

The gauges are highly configurable for test parameters, setting up of operator and supervisor presets, and for display and output of results.

Excellent R&R for better process control

Reliable and consistent measurements from gauges with excellent R&R (repeatability and reproducibility) allow manufacturers to gain better control of their process. Sencon has carefully researched and developed appropriate technologies for each test to deliver accuracy and efficiency in the beverage can making plant. The gauges are constantly self-monitoring and self-calibrating to ensure optimum performance at all times.

Low maintenance, low running costs

Each gauge is designed for low maintenance, eliminating wear parts where possible to reduce running costs and maximize durability

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