This describes the set point for the current speed of the unit/machine in primary packages per minute. Keeping speed in a primary package unit of measure (UOM) allows for easier control integration. The primary package UOM is the normalized rate for the machine, normalized to a value chosen on the line.
The following example is for a bottle line running at balance line speed of 1000 packages/minute. The UOM chosen is equivalent to be the actual count of the Filler, or Labeler.
Machine |
Actual Pack Counts |
Primary Packages (UOM) |
Bulk Depalletizer |
41.667 (24 pack => 1000/24 = 41.667) |
1,000 |
Filler |
1,000 |
1,000 |
Labeler |
1,000 |
1,000 |
Packer |
66.667 (15 pack => 1000/15 = 66.667) |
1,000 |
Bulk Depalletizer |
41.667 (24 pack => 1000/24 = 41.667) |
1,000 |