User Guide

3M-Matic
™
Fully Automatic Random Case Sealer
2000rf…precise case closure for high speed production
For a high volume line with random
case sizes or where different lines
converge for sealing, the 3M-Matic
™
Fully Automatic Random Case Sealer
2000rf features the “brains” and speed
for maximum throughput capabilities.
Sensors at the case in-feed signal an
Allen Bradley PLC (Programmable
Logic Controller) to automatically
adjust for differing case sizes. 3-stage
operation first separates cases from a
flooded line with automatic gating
mechanism, secondly folds all four
top flaps, and finally seals the top and
bottom at up to 20 cases per minute.
You can have a different size case at
each stage and it’s about a 3-second
trip from indexing gate to exit.
Dimensions adjust automatically
for a wide range of typical cases:
Length: 10-24"
Width: 8-20"
Height: 6-20"
Custom engineered to meet your
exacting specifications including
variations in case size, weight, and
operator orientation.
Compact footprint saves floor space.
3M
™
AccuGlide
™
Taping Head
• Independent tape application and
buffing for high speed production
• Shaft and ball bushing slide system
for precise tape application
• Rugged construction for reliability
in high volume operations
• Easily installed and removed top
and bottom
Frame mounted tape roll
• Adjustable friction brake drum to
maintain proper tape tension and
prevent overcoasting for smooth
tape application
• Up to 16" tape diameter capacity
• Use with a full range of Scotch
®
Box
Sealing Tapes in 36 mm to 48 mm widths
Allen Bradley PLC
(Programmable Logic Controller)
• Analyzes sensor input and
controls sequence and timing
for 3-stage operation of
indexing, folding, and sealing
• Controls function of each
stage
Electric control panel
with main disconnect switch
• Mounted on either side for
fast access and convenient
line configuration
Top flap compression
rollers on each side
• Positions and closes flaps before
taping for an improved seal
Flap kicker for automatic closure
Servo drive motors
• Consistent power for precision
positioning with greater response time
Lug drive for precise conveyance
• Moves heavier boxes more consistently
Sliding plexiglass access doors
• Total enclosure for safety with
electrical/pneumatic interlock
Indexing
• Separates boxes from flooded
infeed conveyor
Centering station
• Keep cases centered under
the taping head
• Adjusts for box width
• Adjustable pressure and height
Light curtain
• Light sensors for
detecting case height
Photo eye sensor
• Detects start and end of the
case so that the PLC knows
the exact case position
Optional casters
• Caster brake and locking
swivel for on the job stability
• Large 4" diameter
polyolefin tires for easy movement
Safety access-control
panels
• Punched steel to
observe case flow
Box Capacities
Length: 10" to 24"
Width: 8" to 20"
Height: 6" to 20"