Food & Beverage

Easily realize a scalable, highly advanced process control system

Reduce development cost by integrating an intuitive engineering environment designed for process control.

Programmable controller
engineering software
MELSOFT GX Works3

GX Works3, the standard integrated engineering software for the MELSEC iQ-R Series, makes programming process control systems relatively easy. The program editor uses function block diagram (FBD) language for process control, and simplifies system configuration with its intuitive features such as process tag label (variable) sharing, simple program structure, and easy project upload/download to the process CPU.

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Maintaining beer quality through advanced process control

Process CPU with abundant process control instructions and dedicated algorithms integrates advanced PID and general control into one module.

MELSEC iQ-R Series
Process CPU

The process CPU provides high-speed performance coupled with the ability to handle large PID loops utilizing embedded PID control algorithms such as two-degrees-of-freedom PID, sample PI, and auto‑tuning support advanced process control. In addition, a single module can simultaneously execute general and process control, and cover wide-ranging process control applications, from small- to large-scale.

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Manage production and recipe data

Data management utilizing CPU internal database realizes easy and cost-efficient production management.

MELSEC iQ-R Series
CPU module internal database

Recipe and production data can be managed via the CPU internal database, which includes a selection of database commands that can add/delete/change records.

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Highly accurate cap tightening without a sensor

Tighten caps quickly and correctly, doing so synchronized with conveyor speed and without using sensors such as a torque sensor.

Servo system
Tightening & press-fit control

Cap tightening time can be shortened as the torque control and speed control of the cap rotating axis can be smoothly switched according to the process. Open-loop control cap tightening is possible without using a torque sensor, reducing the number of devices necessary.

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Simple, user-friendly changeover

Changing materials, filling amount, and container shape can be easily done, reducing changeover time.

GOT(HMI)
Recipe function/Recipe display

Recipe information such as product type and container shape are retained in the GOT(HMI), allowing necessary data to be written to the programmable controller. A list with recipe setting names can be displayed. Easy-to-clean open-frame models are also available.

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Remote monitoring easily visualizes the equipment status

The status of equipment in a remote area or areas where operators cannot easily enter can be checked easily.

GOT(HMI)
GOT(HMI) remote solution

In the clean room or on the shop floor where noise is often distracting, remote monitoring reduces operator load. Remote monitoring via GOT(HMI) allows monitoring of equipment in a remote area, realizing visualization of the factory.

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Constant label cutting using accurate position compensation

By compensating the cutter axis position error and workpiece position error at the time of affixing labels, uniform high-quality products are produced.

Servo system
Mark detection function

The actual position of the servo motor can be obtained based on inputs from the sensor.
The actual position of the servo motor can be obtained based on inputs from the sensor that detects marks on the high-speed workpieces moving along on the conveyor.
By compensating the workpiece position error based on inputs from the sensor, the label can be cut at the correct position.

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Pursuing equipment miniaturization and improved performance

Micro PLC with outstanding performance and extensive built-in functions realizes equipment miniaturization and improved performance.

Micro PLC
MELSEC iQ-F Series

Micro PLC is equipped with a high-speed system bus and enhanced built-in functions, and also supports a variety of networks. Many extension modules are available, contributing to equipment miniaturization and improved performance.

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Ultrahigh-speed response synchronized with production line

Microsecond-fast response times enable reliable detection and removal of defective products moving at high-speed.

MELSEC iQ-R Series flexible high-speed I/O control module

The flexible high-speed I/O control module includes the ability to program control logic and send microsecond-fast asynchronous I/O responses to the programmable controller CPU and control bus, realizing stable machine performance and minimizing processing speed fluctuation. Used together with the dedicated configuration tool, the essential design processes associated with FPGA are no longer required, thereby reducing overall development cost.

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Freely customize operation

Inverter operation can be freely customized, realizing inverter operation based on machine specifications.

Inverter PLC function

Inverter control such as operations triggered by input signals, signal output based on operation status, and monitor output can be freely customized based on machine specifications.
All machines can be controlled by a single inverter alone, and control can be dispersed as well.

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Energy-saving motors

Energy-saving operation using motors that comply with domestic and overseas strict energy efficiency laws and regulations drastically reduce running cost.

Geared motors

Geared motors conforming to top runner program standards are available. Used together with the inverter, reliable motor drive and constant torque are realized from the low-speed range. Energy-saving, high-performance factory equipment contribute to reducing total cost of ownership (TCO).

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Low noise, low vibration, more compact

Smooth power transmission is realized using a geared motor equipped with a high-precision gear, contributing to low noise, low vibration and more compact product.

Geared motor right-angle axis

The Super Helicross Series is a lineup of high-precision, super-silent geared motors equipped with the first right-angle “Super Helicross Gears” that realize smooth power transmission. These products offer various features, such as low-noise, low-vibration operation, a long service life, and compact design. Specially designed oil seals are used to prevent grease leakage.

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Smooth alignment operation easily configured

Equipped with highly compatible inverters, programmable controllers can easily control machine operation.

MELSEC iQ-F Series
inverter communication
command function

Equipped with a RS-485 communication port, MELSEC iQ-F Series programmable controllers support Mitsubishi Electric inverter protocol. Using a dedicated program, inverter operation and frequency setting can be done easily, reducing program development time.

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Safety system ensuring safety where operators and machines work in collaboration

The safety CPU and safety devices ensure the safety of operators and facility protection, preventing operator injury during changeover and other activities.

Safety solution

To improve productivity in the production line, reducing downtime related to changeover and maintenance is necessary. Mitsubishi Electric offers a total safety solution that realizes "collaboration" between operators and machines using a large variety of products, such as safety programmable controllers and safety drive devices.

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Maintenance at optimal time

By utilizing failure prediction data to schedule maintenance at optimal times, unplanned downtime is avoided, improving operation rates for the entire production line.

AC servo
Failure prediction warning

A servo amplifier predicts machine failure based on changes in a machine over time. Predictive maintenance is essential for minimizing the risk of machine failure and maximizing productivity.

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Easily configure coordinated system with a robot

Peripheral machines such as traveling axis can be controlled via the robot controller. Additional axes can be operated as well, thereby improving productivity

Industrial robot
Additional axis function

Up to eight additional axes, such as robot traveling axis and separate turntable can be controlled via the robot controller. A coordinated system including a robot can be easily configured, as controlling the additional axes and user machines is done from the robot program and teaching pendant. This function expands the operating range, enabling the support of a wider range of applications such as one robot servicing multiple locations.

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Sharing a large amount of data with peripheral devices

Coordination between factory automation products and an industrial robot realizes more advanced operation.

iQ Platform

Factory automation products such as the programmable controller and industrial robot can be coordinated to realize more advanced operation. The large amount of data managed by the programmable controller is transferred to the robot in real-time. Being able to share large volumes of data reduces wasted time.

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