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What IIoT Means for Manufacturing IIoT is perhaps the biggest buzzword in factory automation today, and it is a key aspect of Industry 4.0. IIoT already impacts the way factories operate today, and it will increasingly impact businesses in the future. Industry 4.0, loT, and IIoT Industry 4.0 describes the current wave of technological innovation as an era in history characterized by interconnectivity enabled by the internet and wirelessly-connected devices. While digital technologies enable the collection of large amounts of valuable data, this data primarily exists in silos that are not...

Master Master Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet What is IO-Link? IO-Link (IEC61131-9) is an open standard serial communication protocol that allows for the bi-directional exchange of data from sensors and devices that support IO-Link and are connected to a master. The IO-Link master can transmit this data over various networks, fieldbuses, or backplane buses, making the data accessible for immediate action or long-term analysis via an industrial information system (PLC, HMI, etc.). Each IO-Link sensor has an IODD (IO Device Description) file that describes the device and its IO-Link capabilities....

Industry Challenges • Unplanned Downtime • Safeguarding Complex machines • Wash Down Enviornment • Predictive Maintenance • Frequent Product Changeover • Machine Troubleshooting • Food Safety Regulations • Detecting Challenging Packaging material Banner Engineering is Developing Products to meet these Challenges: IO-Link Communication IO-Link is an open standard serial communication protocol that allows for the bi-directional exchange of data from sensors and devices that support IO-Link and are connected to a master. The IO-Link master can transmit this data over various networks,...

Ecolab Certified Many manufactures use a mixture of cleaning chemicals to prevent the growth of bacteria on their equipment. Banner takes this into consideration when selecting housing and window materials for our products for food and beverage industries. Ecolab Certification means the Banner product is robust when exposed to cleaning chemicals and will hold up well to regular cleaning. FOOD GRADE FDA Compliant Materials In the manufacturing process it is possible for food or beverages to come in contact with components on the line during the processing, packaging, or storage process....

Packaging in the Food Industry The food industry is the largest industry on the planet. As economies around the world continue to evolve and develop, so do the lifestyles and demands of consumers. In this highly competitive market, a company’s ability to respond and adapt to these changes is critical. Changing consumer demands quickly translates to changes in products, production processes and packaging. Banner has developed products specifically designed for the food industry. Our industry knowledge and expertise in sensors and vision sensors, LED lights and indicators, wireless networks...

Clear Tray Detection for Fill Trigger Challenge • Reliably sense transparent containers • Suitable for harsh washdown environments Key Features • Algorithm uses distance and intensity for clear object detection • FDA grade stainless steel and Ecolab certified • IP69K • No reflector required Featured Solution Q4X Other Solutions QM26 Clear Object Detection QS18 Clear Object Detection Key Benefits • Reliably detects transparent containers no matter what shape or surface • Holds up to chemicals used to clean equipment which reduces downtime • Holds up to temperature cycling which occurs...

Clear Object Detection Challenge • Sense leading edge of clear PET trays and clamshell packaging • Food powder on reflector creates false outputs • Complicated sensor set up Key Features • Polarized coaxial optical design • 400 ps ON/OFF response time • ClearTracking Algorithm • Single push teach method Featured Solution QS18 Clear Object Detection Other Solutions Q4X Key Benefits • Reliably detects clear and mirror-like surfaces • Precise leading-edge detection • Ability to compensate for dust build-up and ensure consistent detection • Single push teach method makes for quick and easy...

Sensors for Wash Down Areas Challenge • High pressure high temperature washdown • Harsh cleaning agents degrade housing • Thermal cycling causes condensation Key Features • IP69K-rated • Ecolab certified • Ultrasonically welded joints • Epoxy encapsulated Key Benefits • Tested to withstand 1200 PSI and 180 °F washdown • Chemically compatible with washdown chemicals • Ultrasonically welded joints create one piece housing • Epoxy-filled housing reduces potential for condensation Machine Illumination—Washdown Challenge • Machine illumination in close contact with food • Wash down area • Food...

Safety Light Curtain— E-Stop Safety—Wash Down Area see page 56 Wash Down Area see page 58 Safety Monitoring see page 60 Challenge • Safeguard food processing machine • Wash down area with harsh chemicals • Temperature cycling Key Features • End-to-end zone protection with no dip switches • IP69K enclosure with 316L stainless steel end caps • Hydrophobically vented Featured Solution EZ-SCREEN LS (IP69K) Key Benefits • Intuitive, easy-to-use • Build to withstand high pressure, high temperature washdown • Air vents with vapor barriers prevent condensation during thermal cycling...

Packaging in the Beverage Industry Beverage production offers some of the biggest challenges in factory automation. From severe conditions and harsh cleaning processes that can quickly degrade system components to safeguarding palletizers, conveyors, and other equipment that pose a safety hazard to personnel, each challenge works against total Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and the overall profitability of an organization. Banner understands these challenges. Our industry knowledge, expertise in sensors, safety control, LED lights and indicators is combined the most comprehensive...