Developing the New Standard for Systems with PlantPAx PostedJuly 6, 2020 As part of building a new greenfield plant, a global frozen potato supplier wanted to standardize its French fry process and packaging control through all of its facilities. It required a platform built on a core set of tools and objects and a system that would be easy to operate and maintain.As a Solution Partner within the Rockwell Automation PartnerNework™, Concept leveraged the power of PlantPAx to meet this project’s needs. Posted byConcept Systems Inc. Read More
The Basics of a PLC PostedApril 16, 2020 https://conceptsystemsinc.com/the-basics-of-programmable-logic-controllers-plc/ The Fundamental Basics of a Programmable Logic Controller, Also Known as PLC Posted byConcept Systems Inc. Read More
Automated Painting System with OnRobotics Paint PostedApril 7, 2020 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aDZS1WDj4_Y First of its kind, the OnRobotics automated painting system combines efficiency and quality. Place product on racks and the system takes care of the rest.With OnRobotics Paint, cost-conscious manufacturers can limit over-spray, minimize waste, ensure consistent quality, and increase output while reducing labor costs.This painting system brings together a Graco paint application system and a Fanuc Paint Robot, along with a universal fixture to coat parts from multiple angles for 360 degree coverage. The entire spray solution is controlled from an user-friendly touchscreen interface. Posted byConcept Systems Inc. Read More
Painting Processes Today and the Benefits of Automated Painting PostedMarch 30, 2020 https://conceptsystemsinc.com/painting-processes-today-and-the-benefits-of-autom... How Manual Painting Impacts a Company and How an Automated Painting System Improve Processes Posted byConcept Systems Inc. Read More
Making a System More Efficient, Safe, and Profitable with a Vision Guided Workcell PostedMarch 13, 2020 For this coffee roaster, the robot moving bags from pallets to the conveyor was a weak link. It often ripped bags, spewing beans on the floor. Plus, it relied on older technologies, using feel and memory to locate the next bag. This robot was costing the company 100,000 pounds of lost beans every year. Posted byConcept Systems Inc. Read More
Industrial Automation - Machine Controls Retrofit with Concept Systems PostedMarch 10, 2020 https://youtu.be/zUV5h7MTj7E You may be experiencing downtime in your production, but your machine could last you another 15 years! What's really failing you is the controls and electrical system. Luckily, a controls retrofit is a much more cost effective alternative to buying expensive new equipment.Our controls retrofit process is the smoothest in the industry to bring your machinery up to date. Posted byConcept Systems Inc. Read More
Tips for Selecting Your Main Automation Contractor PostedMarch 10, 2020 A Main Automation Contractor (MAC) is responsible for overseeing and managing the automation solution including the instrumentation, control, information, and safety aspects of the project from concept selection through implementation. When selecting one, there are important considerations that need to be addressed. Posted byConcept Systems Inc. Read More
Building an Award Winning Plant for a Food Manufacturer PostedMarch 10, 2020 As consumer demand for frozen sweet-potato fries took off, a food manufacturer wanted to build a new plant in the southern United States to expand its production capacity.Completed in 2010, with Concept Systems as lead integrator, this showcase plant – LEED Platinum certified – is internationally renowned for its environmentally friendly design and construction, as well as operational efficiency that set a new bar for the industry. It is a premier example of process control. Posted byConcept Systems Inc. Read More
High Volume Painting System by Concept Systems PostedMarch 10, 2020 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSc-oCt8SD0 This High-volume paint system brings together a Graco paint application system and a Fanuc Paint Robot, along with a universal fixture to coat parts from multiple angles for 360 degree coverage. The entire spray solution is controlled from an user-friendly touchscreen interface.Behind-the-scenes, OnRobotics Spray collects actionable data and sends it via the cloud to critical employees. Manufacturers who coat a variety of product offerings can easily swap out parts on the fixture rack and program multiple unique paint paths. Additionally, the system can be calibrated for a number of finishing materials that leave parts with a high-end look and feel. With an automated spray solution, cost-conscious manufacturers can limit over-spray, minimize waste, ensure consistent quality, and increase output while reducing labor costs. Posted byConcept Systems Inc. Read More
Controls Retrofit at Tillamook Creamery PostedMarch 10, 2020 Replacing obsolete hardware at Tillamook Creamery with a controls retrofit leads to the execution of a new plan to mitigate risk and eliminate production downtime.More about Concept Systems' automation controls capabilities:https://conceptsystemsinc.com/automation-controls/ Posted byConcept Systems Inc. Read More
Concept Systems honored as a Small Business Supplier by Bechtel PostedMay 3, 2016 http://conceptsystemsinc.com/concept-systems-honored-as-a-small-business-supplie... Albany, Ore. (May 3, 2016) – Bechtel Group, the largest construction company in the United States, recently recognized 35 companies with its 2015 Small Business Supplier Award for outstanding contribution and commitment. Concept Systems is proud to be among those honored for technical ability and workmanship, as well as knowledge and responsiveness. More>>http://conceptsystemsinc.com/concept-systems-honored-as-a-small-business-supplier-by-bechtel/ Posted byConcept Systems Inc. Read More
VIDEO SPOTLIGHT: ROBOTIC DEBURRING INCREASES CONSISTENCY AND OUTPUT PostedApril 5, 2016 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTtFGr9MKvU We recently conducted a R&D deburring test using the FANUC M710 to apply an edge break on commonly used aluminum machine components in the aerospace industry. Our tests showed that we were capable of obtaining specified tolerances of 0.005″-0.020″. Solutions utilized in these types of applications allows our clients to increase product consistency and overall production output. Posted byConcept Systems Inc. Read More
2016 System Integrator of the Year PostedDecember 10, 2015 http://www.plantengineering.com/single-article/concept-systems-albany-ore/90b30a... Concept Systems has built a reputation as a problem-solver for its customers in the aerospace, pulp and paper, building products, food and beverage, and metals industries as well as help integration customers get the most out of their project. See more>>> Posted byConcept Systems Inc. Read More