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Automatic Double Seam Inspection of Cans with the SeamCheck Plus

Jun 21, 2024
3 min read

Updated: 2 days ago

The SeamCheck Plus by AT2E is an automatic double seam projector for can inspection. Used with an AT2E seam saw, it gives a clear image of the seam section, and its SeamCheck software positions the measurement lines automatically and completes the measurement in 1 second.

SeamCheck, automatic double seam projector by AT2E

How the inspection works

  1. Cut the can seam with an AT2E seam saw (ANSS-2, SS-1 or SS-2) to obtain a clear seam section.

  2. Place the sample on the platform: the UHD CCD camera captures the seam profile image.

  3. The software positions the measurement lines automatically (auto-measure function) and completes the measurement in 1 second.

  4. The results and label lines are marked directly on the image, and an alarm warns when a value is out of specification.

Results and images are saved in the database, can be reviewed at any time and exported as an Excel file.

Product description

Seaming quality is critical for can inspection, and one of the main concerns of can, beverage and food manufacturers. The AT2E SeamCheck Plus automatic double seam projector provides a convenient way to carry out seam inspection. Its optimized design makes the projector smaller and more flexible to set up. The latest UHD CCD camera provides a higher image resolution and definition, and with the enhanced image contrast, the SeamCheck Plus obtains a better seam profile image. Used with an AT2E seam saw and the professional SeamCheck software, it delivers a fast and accurate seam measurement.

Key features

  • Automatic line positioning (auto-measure function): measurement completed in 1 second

  • Advanced video capture device, free from interference by external light, for high image definition

  • Database management: measurement results and images saved and reviewable at any time

  • 9 measuring parameters: seam length, body hook length, end hook length, overlap, seam gap, overlap rate, body hook lapping rate, end hook lapping rate, on-screen seam thickness

  • Up to 12 parameters with extra gauges: actual seam thickness, actual countersink and tightness

  • SPC compatible: a data adapter collects the data from Mitutoyo digital indicators (actual seam thickness, actual countersink, actual can height, actual flange width)

  • Export to Excel; customizable report format

  • Predefined qualification standards: automatic judgement and warning at every measurement

  • Results and label lines marked directly on the image

  • Graph chart statistics to analyze and compare the results

  • Magnifier option for a more accurate line positioning

  • Seam image printed and stored

  • Calibration piece supplied, for calibration at any time

  • Adjustable platform and light

Technical specifications

  • Power supply: 100-240 V / 50-60 Hz

  • Device power supply: DC 5 V / 1 A

  • Video signal interface: USB 2.0

  • Resolution: 0.01 or 0.001 mm

  • Accuracy: 0.005 mm

  • Magnification factor: 60X

  • Line positioning magnification factor: 180X

  • Seam thickness range: 0-2.6 mm (other range on order)

  • Seam length (seam height) range: 0-3.6 mm (other range on order)

  • Platform capacity: can diameter up to 165 mm (other diameters on order)

  • Dimensions: 420 (L) x 200 (W) x 95 (H) mm

  • Net weight: 5 kg

  • Operating system: Windows 7 SP1 or above, Windows 8/10; dual core CPU 1.5 GHz or above; 4 GB RAM or more; 120 GB of disk space or more

Supplied with

  • SeamCheck Plus video seam projector

  • SeamCheck 1.2 professional seam measurement software

  • 2 mm calibration piece

Optional

  • ANSS-2 Antinoise Seaming Cutting Saw, or SS-1 / SS-2 Seaming Cutting Saw

  • STG-1 Seam Thickness Gauge (digital)

  • CG-D Countersink Gauge (digital)

  • FWG-1 Flange Width Gauge

  • HG-1 Height Gauge

  • DTB-1 Data Transporting Box with cables

  • Tightness measuring function

Frequently asked questions

What is the primary function of the SeamCheck Plus?

The SeamCheck Plus is an automatic double seam projector for can inspection. Its software analyzes the seam image and measures the seam automatically or manually, with automatic line positioning and a measurement completed in 1 second.

What magnification and measurement specifications does the SeamCheck Plus offer?

The SeamCheck Plus has a 60X magnification factor and a 180X line positioning magnification factor, a resolution of 0.01 or 0.001 mm and an accuracy of 0.005 mm. It measures seam thickness from 0 to 2.6 mm and seam length from 0 to 3.6 mm.

What can diameters does the SeamCheck Plus accept?

The platform accepts cans up to 165 mm in diameter (other diameters on order). The projector measures 420 x 200 x 95 mm and weighs 5 kg.

What complementary instruments work with the SeamCheck Plus?

The SeamCheck Plus connects with the STG-1 Seam Thickness Gauge, the CG-D Countersink Gauge, the FWG-1 Flange Width Gauge and the HG-1 Height Gauge through the DTB-1 Data Transporting Box. The ANSS-2, SS-1 or SS-2 seam saws prepare the seam section.

Request a quote

AT2E is an ISO 9001 certified company (AFNOR Certification).

Request a quote: info@at2e.com

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