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Design of a Semi Automated De-Lidding Machine for SMEs Bakeries

Received: 15 April 2014     Accepted: 7 May 2014     Published: 20 May 2014
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Abstract

A semi-automated de-lidding machine which removes lids from baking pans was designed. Modeling of the design was done using mechanical design calculations. The results were simulated using AUTODESK for Finite Element Analysis to validate the model. Centered on technology transfer and the national economic recovery blueprint under the value addition and beneficiation cluster, this research aims to automate and hence improve productivity in bakeries using mechanical design calculations and finite element analysis. The machine has a picking and placing unit that uses electromagnetism, coupled with a chain for material handling and a control circuit. The automated system comprises of pneumatic cylinders, electromagnet, banner sensor and conveyor chain. The machine was able to increase the lid removal rate by 26%.

Published in International Journal of Science, Technology and Society (Volume 2, Issue 3)
DOI 10.11648/j.ijsts.20140203.12
Page(s) 40-45
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Keywords

De-Lidding, Technology Transfer, Control Circuit, Semi Automated, Finite Element Analysis

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    Rujeko Masike, Donald Museka, Rufaro Aaron Taderera. Design of a Semi Automated De-Lidding Machine for SMEs Bakeries. Int J Sci Technol Soc. 2014;2(3):40-45. doi: 10.11648/j.ijsts.20140203.12

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Author Information
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Dept. Harare Institute of Technology, Harare, Zimbabwe

  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Dept. Harare Institute of Technology, Harare, Zimbabwe

  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Dept. Harare Institute of Technology, Harare, Zimbabwe

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