AVBIS Q
Basic dimensional measurement system for bottles & preforms.
Precise
Repeatability and reproducibility studies <10% on critical dimensions.
Versatile
Bottle & preform, glass & plastic measurement capability.
Robust
Deploy where needed. Laboratory conditions not required.
Easy to Use
Simple fast preform & bottle measurement. A "quick check."
Overview
Simple
1 required day for typical admin level training.
Price
Great benefits in a lower cost package than automated systems.
Fast
Cycle time measured in seconds.
Compatible
CSV output file compatible with most commercial SPC software packages.
AVBIS-Q (formerly "QUIKCHEK") is AVID Corporation’s ‘entry-level’ precision measurement platform for bottles and preforms. The uncomplicated design of the AVBIS-Q is ideal for manufacturers seeking a low-cost limited measurement system for bottles or preforms. The lower cost of AVBIS-Q also makes the system attractive to those smaller facilities looking to enhance their measurement capabilities, but do not require the automation of the AVBIS-C or P series.
During the installation, change-out or maintenance of a mold, technicians must take “first-articles” to the QA lab for basic measurement checks. While laboratory qualifications are necessary for final approval, deploying AVBIS-Q to the production area enhances efficiency for the production team and reduces downtime on the production equipment.
The large optical field of view of AVBIS-Q allows most neck finishes (and in some cases, entire bottles) to be measured without horizontal motion control (maximum diameter measurement: 90mm). Parts are handled automatically via a servo controlled rotary stage for precision searches and automatic measurement routines. This load-and-go operation is perfect for those facilities with limited staff.
AVBIS-Q borrows the setup features from the AVBIS system that makes new part setup so easy.
AVBIS-Q feedback has been positive:
"If my production line must wait two hours for the lab to get to my parts, that’s two hours of production I lose. By having [AVBIS-Q] on the floor, I can get the data I need to start production confidently.” – Silgan Plastics
“With other jobs in queue, it can sometimes take two hours for the QA lab to be able to measure start-up samples. [With AVBIS-Q], setup doesn’t have to wait for the QA lab to tell them which data is good and bad. [They] are able to measure at changeover, see that the data is okay, and go into production sure that the bottles are good. [AVBIS-Q] has made life a lot easier.” – Amcor Rigid Plastics
Features
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Smart servo controlled vertical and rotational axes.
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AVBIS interface; no training required for facilities with AVBIS 3000 series.
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Complete program compatibility with AVBIS, AVBIS codes can be transferred to QUIKCHEK and used immediately.
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With optional verification objects, third party calibration not required.
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Optional weight scale and THIKCHEK options for preform specific operations. “MiniLab”
Dimensions Measured
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Overall height
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S
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T (thread diameter)
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TMax (multiple thread max diameter)
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T Delta (“thread flash”)
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TPD (thread pitch distance)
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E (thread sidewall diameter)
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H (closure clearance height)
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HTMax (closure clearance height, maximum thread)
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HZ (Husky method)
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HA (H referencing tamper bead)
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HF (H referencing custom diameter)
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K (a.k.a. S1)
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SU (a.k.a. S1 wall-thread intersect)
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A (tamper bead diameter)
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D (tamper bead height)
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Z (neck support ring diameter)
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X (neck support ring height)
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F (upper ring diameter)
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L (bead height)
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W (bead thickness)
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B (tamper recess diameter)
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Ratchet
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Total flash
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XHeight (bottle height to NSR)
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D-angle (locking ring angle (low-mag)
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UI / LI
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UI Width / LI Width
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Body diameters (if less than optical field of view)
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Neck straight
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Weight (with scale option)
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Preform Length (with preform fixture option)
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Preform Gate Height (with preform fixture option)
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Preform Thickness (Min, max, avg, and delta) (with U-TES-P option)
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