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HEUFT VX
Optimal product quality and efficient production
The HEUFT VX combines all the functions
in one device which are necessary
in order to combine the highest product
quality with optimal line efficiency:
It examines pharma, cosmetics and care
product containers such as vials, flacons,
ampoules, jars and shampoo bottles
closely, inspects the fill level of powdery
and liquid contents, checks a large number
of closure and label characteristics
and in this way ensures that the product
is perfectly filled, closed and dressed in
its role as a full container inspector.
Its line analysis function takes over the
monitoring of the complete filling process
and yields exact production statistics. In
this way malfunctions are identified in
good time in order to avoid production
downtimes involving costs and requiring
repairs with a lasting effect.
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HEUFT VX
fill-level detection
by means of a camera
HEUFT VX
fill-level detection
by means of HF
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fill-level detection
by means of X-ray
The operating principle of the camera
inspection
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The operating principle of the high
frequency measurement
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The operating principle of the X-ray
measurement
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Fill height check
The filling quantity makes the difference:
directed via mirrors to a CCD camera
serious legal consequences, which takes a picture of the fill level.
loss of image and a decrease in sales The product quantity in the container
present a threat if it is too low. Highquality
changes an electric field when passing
healthcare products are virtually through the measuring bridge in the
given away if it is too high. The HEUFT case of the high frequency technique.
VX checks the fill level using different Precise information regarding the filling
measuring procedures depending on quantity can be obtained by measuring
the packaging and the filled product: this change. The X-ray fill level detection
transparent containers can be checked produces particularly accurate results -
optically. For this LEDs illuminate the independent of the container material
container from the side. The light is and the consistency of the contents. The
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product in the container attenuates the
X-ray measurement beam. A receiver
records this so that the filling quantity
can be determined with millimetre precision.
The dosage of X-rays emitted for
the fill level detection make up a minute
fraction of the permissible limit values.
Therefore there is no risk of negative
radiation effects on the pharma, cosmetics
or care product contained.

HEUFT VX
Technologies for detecting closures
The modular construction of the HEUFT
VX makes it possible to combine different
inspection modules which suit the
respective requirements exactly. Constant
new and further developments
ensure that the HEUFT quality assurance
systems redefine the state of the art in
inspection technology again and again.
The photocells which detect excessive
closure height are good value for money,
robust and versatile. Colour sensors
ensure that the product reaches the customer
with the correct closure.
Camera-based systems such as the
HEUFT VISION are more flexible and
check a number of features e.g. that the
closure has been correctly fitted and
that its safety elements are complete
and intact.
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HEUFT VX
HEUFT VX
cap inspection
HEUFT VISION
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The operating principle of the HEUFT VISION (on the left) and a diagram of the all-around check
(on the right)
Exactly viewed
An inspection which only views the container
from one side suffices completely
for a wealth of applications. Durable
and low-maintenance LED strobes illuminate
the upper area of a container in
the case of the HEUFT VISION m o d u l e .
A CCD camera on the opposite side
takes a picture of the shadow so that the
complete closure area is displayed in the
camera picture. Reliable information is
obtained regarding the correct position
of the closure as well as the completeness
and intactness of its safety elements
(e.g. the tamper evident ring) by evaluating
this picture. Furthermore the fill
level of transparent containers can be
checked with it.
A 360 degree inspection of the closure
can be implemented using a second
HEUFT VISION module if this is required.
Alternatively it is also possible to complete
a pure all-around closure inspection
without a fill level detection using
a module which takes four individual
pictures by means of two mirror cabinets
and evaluates them.
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HEUFT VX
Label fraud is not possible
The variety of different product variants in
the pharma, cosmetics and bodycare sector
makes the clear definition of a specific
healthcare product more difficult. Thus
the label is the most important source of
information for the customer. The HEUFT
VX can check it is present by using light
scanners. They illuminate the container
and detect whether the label has been
applied or not via the reflection characteristics.
The camera-based label check
inspects the absolute position and align-
ment of a label as well as its position in
relation to others in the case of several
labels. Furthermore this procedure checks
whether the brand-specific correct label
has been applied. For this four individual
pictures are taken of the unaligned container.
The integrated HEUFT reflexx software
then puts them together into a total
developed view. The HEUFT vio OCR,
an intelligent mini camera, verifies the
information on the label. The compact
system reads out imprints, barcodes and
expiry dates etc. using multicoloured LED
illumination even under the most difficult
ambient conditions. The automatic date
adaptation ensures utmost safety when
checking the date. A real-time check that
the 2D codes match the accompanying
manufacturing and batch information is
also possible with this module without a
problem - an important contribution to
the traceability and protection against
counterfeiting of pharmaceuticals.
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Exemplary sampling
The HEUFT VX takes samples in order
to check the production quality. Regularly
removing these samples is of fundamental
importance in order to be
able to draw reliable conclusions. The
HEUFT VX makes this possible!
The operator can reject a whole series
of successive containers by entering the
number he wishes if a cross-section of
production is required. It is possible to
determine the conditions for sampling
with the HEUFT VX in order to ensure
the greatest possible representativeness.
For example samples are obtained
under standard production conditions
by defining the minimum speed and
abort conditions.
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The HEUFT reflexx image processing card
The HEUFT reflexx image processing system
Camera-based systems, such as those
used for the optical inspection in the
HEUFT VX, provide large amounts of
data which have to be processed in real
time. Combining two camera pictures
can only be achieved by using extremely
powerful image processing technology.
The calculating speeds of image processors
available on the market often
do not suffice for this task and can only
meet these requirements at low production
outputs.
The basic processing steps are already
carried out in a very short time on a
hardware level by using the HEUFT
reflexx image processing card which has
been specially developed for such tasks.
This leaves more time for the software
controlled picture analysis. The result is
a level of accuracy which is unparalleled
on the market.
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HEUFT VX
Specifications
The following specification values were
determined as regards standard containers:
• at least 99.8 % of the differences in
the fill level are detected in the case
of the radiometric measurement
and a tolerance of +/- 1mm
• the HEUFT VISION module detects
missing closures with a reliability of
99.9% – the detection accuracy is
at least 98% in the case of canted
closures which deviate more than
2 degrees from the normal position
and more than 99% in the case of
damage to the tamper evident rings
• 99.9 % of the labels with an alignment
which deviates from the
nominal alignment by 2 degrees or
more are detected
• the false rejection rate (number of
containers with no identifiable fault
in relation to the total number of
containers produced) for containers
without a closure is 0.01 %
• the maximum conveyor speed is up
to 90 m/min
• the exact specifications using
original sample containers can be
determined for individual containers
upon request
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HEUFT VX
Your cost advantages with HEUFT
We do everything in order to provide the
highest quality at the best price:
• a future-proof investment due to
modular construction with simple
retrofitting, upgrading and converting
options
• potential saving due to the identification
of costly overfills
• the HEUFT SPECTRUM range with
a uniform hardware and software
architecture
• easy integration into existing lines
• minimum changeover times
• high-performance image processing
specially developed for the task and
its requirements
• minimum maintenance required
due to the use of robust and stable
components
• long service life
• space-saving construction
• a high level of reliability regarding
spare parts due to in-house
developed components
• fast trouble shooting due to the
HEUFT PILOT graphical user interface
• easy identification of wearing parts
and spare parts due to an integrated
spare parts catalogue with exploded
views and photographs
• connection to the HEUFT TeleService
- fast trouble shooting by means of
help for self-help
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The HEUFT flip The HEUFT DELTA-K The HEUFT DELTA-FW
The HEUFT rejector
The following systems are used for
rejecting when processing packages for
pharma, cosmetics and care products:
The HEUFT flip
• a system with the HEUFT
Clean Design construction for
rejecting containers with a
cylindrical contour
The HEUFT DELTA-K
• specially suitable for shaped containers
due to adjustable contact
point
• suitable for serial rejections
The HEUFT mono
• reasonably priced, multifunctional
rejection system
The HEUFT DELTA-FW
• for production speeds of up to
150,000 containers per hour
• clearance of lying containers on
the conveyor possible
• suitable for serial rejections
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Networking
• integrated Ethernet interfaces as
well as TCP / IP connection to networks
• connection capability to a preconfigured
DDE interface and SQL
database
• operation possible either via jog
shuttle or touchscreen on the TFT
screen at the device or via a network
• the HEUFT PILOT graphical user
interface with a comprehensible
menu structure for easy operating
• automatic transfer of counter readings
or fault messages by SMS to
a mobile phone or by e-mail if
required
• firewall protected connection to the
remote service via Ethernet - the
HEUFT TeleService can access the
equipment directly and rectify faults
at short notice by means of remote
diagnosis if the customer wishes
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Device operation and the HEUFT PILOT
• multilingual, simply arranged, comprehensible
menu structure with extensive
help boxes and complete online user’s
manual - the user interface can be
supplied in any language / graphic
characters if required
• easy identification of spare parts with
online and offline spare parts list with
photographs and exploded views - the
order can be sent from the device either
to an internal purchasing department
or directly to HEUFT
• clear fault messages with service notes
and support in order to avoid downtimes
• can be adjusted to suit the tasks of the
operating staff, the quality assurance
department etc. by means of passwordprotected
and customisable user levels
• the operator receives all the information
during a brand changeover regarding
the necessary steps in order to exclude
possible operating errors
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HEUFT VX
The HEUFT squeezer QA The HEUFT basic The HEUFT FinalView FX
Other HEUFT products
The following products can be used alternatively
for similar tasks:
The HEUFT squeezer QA
• inspection for detecting leaks in filled
plastic containers
• can be extended at any time by means
of components e.g. for inspecting closures
and checking fill levels
• up to 72,000 containers per hour
The HEUFT VX Atex
• inline checking of the filling quantity of
spray cans in potentially explosive areas
(EX II 3 G EEX IIB T4)
• lanes spray cans onto up to three lanes
• upright rejection of spray cans
The HEUFT basic
• favourable, compact full container
check for standard applications e.g.
underfill and overfill check, closure
check, label check and much more
The HEUFT FinalView FX
• optical all-around check of the
finished product
• examines the label alignment (absolute
and alignment in relation to one
another) and verifies the labels
• checks the BBD printed
• extensive closure inspection
• up to 1,200 containers per minute
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CONTACT DETAILS
HEUFT SYSTEMTECHNIK GMBH
HEUFT LTD.
HEUFT HISPANIA, S.A.
HEUFT QUALIPLUS B.V.
Burgbrohl, GERMANY
Tamworth, GREAT BRITAIN
Madrid, SPAIN
Deventer, NETHERLANDS
Phone: +49 2636 56 0
Phone: +44 1 827 25 5800
Phone: +34 91 6667 300
Phone: + 31 570 6617 00
info@heuft.com
uk@heuft.com
spain@heuft.com
netherlands@heuft.com
HEUFT FRANCE S.A.
HEUFT ITALIA s.r.l.
HEUFT SCAN Aps
HEUFT USA Inc.
Brumath, FRANCE
Vigevano, ITALY
Gilleleje, DENMARK
Downers Grove, USA
Phone: +33 388 59 3000
Phone: +39 0381 290411
Phone: +45 4836 5070
Phone: +1 630 968 9011
france@heuft.com
italy@heuft.com
scandinavia@heuft.com
usa@heuft.com
HEUFT DO BRASIL Ltda.
HEUFT S.A.
HEUFT MExICO S.A. de C.V.
HEUFT Systems Technology Co., Ltd.
Alphaville-S.P., BRASIL
Beccar, ARGENTINA
México, D.F., MEXICO
Shanghai, CHINA
Phone: +55 11 4195 7671
Phone: +54 11 4707 0936
Phone: +52 55 5562 8450
Phone: +86 21 6434 3911
brasil@heuft.com
argentina@heuft.com
mexico@heuft.com
china@heuft.com
HEUFT ASIA LTD
HEUFT AUSTRIA GMBH
OOO HEUFT EURASIA
INTERNET:
Hong Kong, CHINA
Leobersdorf, AUSTRIA
Moscow, RUSSIA
www.heuft.com
Phone: +86 21 6434 3911
Phone: +43 2256 65556 0
Phone: +7-495-935-8704
E-MAIL:
asia@heuft.com
austria@heuft.com
eurasia@heuft.com
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The HEUFT VX full container inspection
for pharma, cosmetics and care product containers
Analysis tools for optimal
preventive maintenance
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Different technologies for
a product-specific fill level
detection
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Modular design makes
exact and cost-effective
system configuration
possible in accordance
with the specific task
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800-1450 mm
(conveyor height)
FUNCTIONS
• overfill and underfill check
• monitors the filling process and
provides exact production statistics
• closure detection
• checks the label presence and
alignment
• verifies the applied label information
such as barcodes, expiry dates and
2D codes
• serial fault detection which emits a
switch-off pulse
• automatic or manual sampling
• rejects faulty containers with a HEUFT
rejection system
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THE ADVANTAGES
• online detection of all the critical faults
during the filling process
• the elimination of underfills
• potential saving due to the detection
and discontinuation of costly overfills
• output range of up to 1200 containers/
minute
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* [mehr] detailed information on
www.heuft.com/vx
HEUFT SYSTEMTECHNIK GMBH | Brohltalstr. 31-33 | 56659 Burgbrohl | Germany | Phone: +49 2636 560 | Fax: +49 2636 562 56 | info@heuft.com | www.heuft.com
420 mm
HMDVXP004 ENG 1.00