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- Page 1 Model - #415A-M1 SN - 130 Salt Point Turnpike Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 Tel: (845)-452-3780 Fax: (845)-452-0764 Email: info@cameronautomation.com Web: http://www.cameronautomation.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ..............5 Company Introduction ................6 Limited Warranty ................... 7 Machine Requirements and Layout ............. 8 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION .........9 Types of Warnings ................10 General Safety Rules ................11 Machine Safety Decals ............... 12 INSTALLATION ..............14 Receiving &... - Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Opti-Rip Operation ................27 The Main Window ..................28 Edit Setups ....................28 Configuring the Saw Arbor ................. 28 Setting Up A Job ..................29 Rip Width Table .................... 30 "From Orders" ....................31 Optimization and Simulation ..............32 Laser Setup ....................
- Page 4 Operational Troubleshooting ............. 58 MJ SR2 Error Messages ................61 MAINTENANCE ..............62 Daily Maintenance ................63 Monthly Maintenance ................64 PARTS & SERVICE ............65 Recomended Spare Parts ..............72 Parts Order Form ................73...
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Page 5: Introduction
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Page 6: Company Introduction
INTRODUCTION Company Introduction We at Cameron Automation would like to thank you and your company for selecting the Cameron Automation Opti-Rip. With proper care, your Opti-Rip will provide you with many years of reliable service. This manual contains important information about the installation, operation and maintenance of your Opti-Rip. -
Page 7: Limited Warranty
Cameron Automation assumes no liability what so ever for any of these parts claimed to be defective or for damages or delays caused by defects beyond making such repair or furnishing duplicate parts within the manufacturer’s warranty, nor shall we be liable for any... -
Page 8: Machine Requirements And Layout
INTRODUCTION Machine Requirements and Layout The Opti-Rip comes in many different configurations. Shown below is a representation of a common configuration. -
Page 9: Rules For Safe Operation
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION #415-R1... -
Page 10: Types Of Warnings
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Types of Warnings This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury. DANGER in white letters on a safety red DANGER background with a safety red exclamation point. -
Page 11: General Safety Rules
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION General Safety Rules • Follow lockout procedure before servicing. • Read and understand manual before operating machine. • Wear eye protection. • See the plant supervisor to determine what protective equipment each job requires. • Follow electrical and fire codes. •... -
Page 12: Machine Safety Decals
The following warning stickers are some that are used on your machine. Over time, these stickers can become worn and illegible. New stickers can be obtained from: Cameron Automation 130 Salt Point Turnpike Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 Tel: (845)-452-3780 Fax: (845)-452-0764 E-mail: info@cameronautomation.com... - Page 13 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Part Number: PLA34.252 Description: Pinch Roll Warning Location: Upper Beam on Pinch Roll Frame Part Number: PLA.190 Description: Crush Hazard Location: On Idle Roller Frames Part Number: PLA34.523 Description: Laser Warning Location: On the outside of the last belt track.
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Page 14: Installation
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION #415-R1 8-15-18 - JR... -
Page 15: Receiving & Unpacking
INSTALLATION Receiving & Unpacking Inspect the skid and its boxes for shipping damage. If any shipping damage has occurred, notify the shipping company immediately. The Opti-Rip has been quality inspected and tested at our factory, then disassembled for compact shipping. The Laser Stand has been strapped to the top of the machine, and the Computer and its mount have been removed and packed away. -
Page 16: Opti-Rip Assembly
INSTALLATION Opti-Rip Assembly The Opti-Rip has been pre-assembled and run at our factory, then broken into the following major components: The machine section, the laser stand, and the computer enclosure. Initial Placement Position the machine in front of the rip saw as shown in the layout located in the "Introduction"... -
Page 17: Position The Roller Arms Or Infeed Chains
INSTALLATION important to keep the belt tracking properly. Position the Roller Arms or Infeed Chains For Quick-Rips, lower the Roller Arms into position and attach them to the air cylinder at the infeed end of the machine. For Automated Opti-Rips, position the infeed chains so that the belt track mounting holes line up with the holes on the infeed section legs. -
Page 18: Final Positioning
INSTALLATION Final Positioning Position the machine in front of the rip saw so that the polyurethane rollers are approximately centered on the track of the saw. Leave approximately 1/2" between the brackets for the light curtain and the infeed end of the rip saw. Check that the saw has been leveled properly. -
Page 19: Mount The Computer Stand
INSTALLATION Mount the Computer Stand Mount the computer stand onto the laser stand. Run the ethernet cable and power cord through the liquid tight tubing. Plug one end of the ethernet cable into the computer. The other end will plug into the main control box. -
Page 20: Power Connection
INSTALLATION wires as follows: 1. Run the two servo cables into the control box and attach them to the servo drive. One cable plugs in, the other attaches to screws on the front of the drive. Match the labels on the wires with the labels on the drive. -
Page 21: Setting An Initial Saw Location
INSTALLATION control box to the Digi-One inside of the MJ control box. Attach the serial cable inside of the MJ control box to the Digi-One. Choose "Edit System Parameters" from the "Special" menu. Set "Saw Type" to "MJ 312 Select-a-Rip". Choose "Edit Saw". Set the "Saw IP Address" to 10.0.0.78. Setting an Initial Saw Location Choose "Edit System Parameters"... -
Page 22: Achieving Parallel Feed
INSTALLATION Achieving Parallel Feed Before setting the lasers, the stops (socket head screws) on the infeed arms or chains must first be set so that they are parallel to the feed of the saw. Place a board against these stops and press the process button. After the board is positioned in the laser section, press the process button again and take note of where the board feeds into the saw. -
Page 23: Final Alignment
INSTALLATION your machine is equipped with movable lasers, these will not slide side to side easily. The motor holding the laser can be overcome by twisting hard on the pulley that's on the output shaft of the motor. Once each laser is plumb and square, press the Stop button on the Opti-Rip and then restart the machine so that the movable lasers will re-home. -
Page 24: Dismantling
INSTALLATION Dismantling: To dismantle the machine, reverse the Installation (Assembly) instructions. Machine Disposal: The components used in the construction of an Opti-Rip are not hazardous or harmful. When the machine has completed it's life cycle, dispose of the materials according to local regulations. -
Page 25: Operation
OPERATION OPERATION #415-R1 8-15-18 - JR... -
Page 26: Safety & Training
OPERATION Safety & Training According to many OSHA, ANSI, STATE, and LOCAL CODES it is the EMPLOYER'S RESPONSIBILITY to: • Permit only trained and authorized employees to operate equipment. • Inspect and maintain guards, safety devices, and start/stop controls. • Instruct, train, and supervise the safe method of work. Be sure personnel are properly trained and safety rules are clearly understood before operating or performing maintenance! #415-R1... -
Page 27: Opti-Rip Operation
OPERATION Opti-Rip Operation The Opti-Rip System is comprised of the following major components: The Roller Arms or Infeed Chains deal one board at a time to the belt conveyor. The laser light array displays a pattern of lines on the board corresponding to the pattern of saws on the saw arbor. -
Page 28: The Main Window
OPERATION The Main Window When the Opti-Rip is powered up, the main screen should be displayed on the computer, and the machine should be ready to run. This screen displays a graphic representation of the saw arbor configuration and the current board being processed. It displays the selected values, required quantities and the cumulative quantities of each respective rip width. -
Page 29: Setting Up A Job
OPERATION proportional quantities that are consistent with the needs of the production run. The Opti-Rip system can assist you in setting up arbors to achieve maximum yield/value from the lumber. Refer to the "Arbor Optimization" section in this manual. Setting Up A Job The set-up editing window displays the characteristics of the gang rip saw onto which Opti-Rip is installed, specifics concerning the lumber being processed and the ripped stock being produced. -
Page 30: Rip Width Table
OPERATION Minimum Yield % - If the board being evaluated cannot be ripped with a yield higher than this value, the board will be positioned such that it will be edged with the first (or optionally last) saw. Rip For - This can be set to either Value or Required. When set to Value, the Opti-Rip will use the value associated with each rip width to determine the most valuable solution. -
Page 31: From Orders
OPERATION For moving blade saws, the table contains the desired rip widths, but they don't have to be in any particular order since they don't represent the saw arbor configuration. For these saws, the saw configuration is adjusted in a separate window. Click the "Saw Setup"... -
Page 32: Optimization And Simulation
OPERATION etc. are correct. Once the job has been entered into the setup, the "OK" button can be clicked to return to the main screen. Optimization and Simulation A key step to achieving the maximum yield from your lumber is to optimize the saw arbor and run simulations. -
Page 33: Loading The Opti-Rip
OPERATION Loading the Opti-Rip Boards should be placed on the Roller Arms or Infeed Chains. End alignment of the boards is important. All boards should overhang the belt closest to the operator far enough so that the pinch rollers will pick it up, but not so far that the board will hit the Operator Controls or lineal measurement bar when traversing to the pinch rollers. -
Page 34: Printing A Report
OPERATION Original: This button causes the computer to move the board back to the original solution presented after the board was first measured. The Next Pattern and Deduct buttons can then be used again after the Original button if desired. If the board is already in the original position when the Original button is pressed, the board will be moved so that it can be edged by the first saw. -
Page 35: Extra Feed
"Open" button. Orders Your Cameron Rip Software contains a powerful feature for custom moulding and millwork shops that will help you get the most from your machine and from your lumber. -
Page 36: Edit Orders
OPERATION allowing the software to assist you in managing the work to be done. Edit Orders When you get an order, select "Edit Orders" from the "Orders" menu. Click the "New" button to create a new customer order. At this point, the software will assign an arbitrary order number shown at the top of the window. -
Page 37: Archive All Completed Orders
OPERATION At the end of the day, the operator can review the orders and archive those completed. Archiving an order creates a production log for that order and deletes the order from the system. To simultaneously archive all of the completed orders, use "Archive All Completed Orders"... - Page 38 OPERATION Min. Skew Amount - This value determines the minimum amount (in inches) a board will be skewed. Skewing will be ignored on boards that need to be skewed less than this amount. Edge on Last Saw - When this is checked, the machine will use the outermost saw when edging boards.
- Page 39 OPERATION time (in seconds) between when the move command is given to the saw and when the pinch roll motor starts to run to feed a board. The Saw IP address used to communicate with the saw. The Outer Blade Max Position should be set to the rip width that is between the first blade and the outer blade when the outer blade is in it's home position.
- Page 40 OPERATION movable lasers. Again, if this is set too high, lasers may lose their positions. Maximum laser travel is the furthest (in inches) the laser can move from it's home position. Clearance when not used is the distance (in inches) the lasers will be positioned from the edge of a board when they are not used to display the current rip solution.
- Page 41 OPERATION Max Velocity - The maximum velocity the belts can travel when positioning a board. The default value is 70. Stop to Laser 1 - This should be set to the distance from the stops (socket head screws) to the laser line representing the saw furthest in on the saw arbor. Increasing this value will cause the belts to move the board farther when positioning the board under the lasers.
- Page 42 OPERATION Coast Delay - This value determines how long the pinch rollers stay pinched on the board after the feed motor stops driving it. This delay should be set so that the upper pinch roller releases just before the board enters the saw blade. If this delay is too short, the board may not be held firmly in the saw feeding system when the pinch roller release.
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Page 43: Calibrating The Width Measuring Sensors
OPERATION Jog Speed - This value determines how sensitive the jog knob is. Setting this to a higher value will cause the board to move more when the jog knob is turned. Bidirectional Counter Card - This should be checked on later model machines that have multiple laser sensors. -
Page 44: Production Analysis And Reports
OPERATION By comparing values, yields and piece counts from the reports generated using various arbor setups, an intelligent choice of arbor setups can then be made. Production Analysis and Reports The ability of Opti-Rip to update and retain board data is invaluable for both ongoing and post production analysis. - Page 45 OPERATION used in this financial analysis portion of the report. Lumber Value $/MBF: The running average value of all the boards within the batch that was optimized. It is based on the product values of the processed boards times the average yield of the lumber. Product Value $/MBF: The average processed value of the ripped stock based on the weighted values of each rip width...
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Page 47: Width Distribution Report
OPERATION Width Distribution Report When a production run is complete (or anytime during a production run) the Width Distribution report will graphically show the distribution of the average widths of the incoming lumber. This information can be useful when designing another arbor to be run with similar lumber. -
Page 48: Bundle Report
OPERATION Bundle Report In most operations, as pieces exit the ripsaw, they are sorted by width and placed in wagons. A bundle report creates a printout to go on each wagon when the wagon is filled or when the job is complete. At any time during the job, when a wagon is full, the operator can print a bundle report. -
Page 49: Memory Stick
OPERATION Memory Stick Your Opti-Rip includes a memory stick. The Opti-Rip software uses this memory stick (which must be named "Backup") to create an archive of your machine parameters, setups, board data, etc. in case of system failure. For protection, back up your system regularly. This is done by selecting "Backup to Memory Stick"... -
Page 50: Arbor Optimization
OPERATION Arbor Optimization One of the most important factors in maximizing yield (or value) when running a gang rip saw is properly configuring the saw spacing on the arbor. Given that there can be as many as 39 million ways to arrange a particular arbor, this can be a daunting task for a human. A computer, however, can quickly evaluate and optimize these arbors. -
Page 51: Yield Distribution Report
OPERATION Click on the "Optimize" button in the setup window. The optimizer will ask for some additional optimization information. Enter the minimum and maximum width of boards to optimize with. Choose minimums and maximums that will cover 90% of the boards in your pack. -
Page 52: Getting The Most With Your Lumber With Opti-Rip
OPERATION Getting the Most with your Lumber with Opti-Rip Opti-Rip offers the option of optimizing lumber for either board yield or board value. When the values of the different rip widths in a saw stack are the same, Opti-Rip calculates the rip solution exclusively for maximum dimensional yield and the minimum amount of waste. - Page 53 OPERATION 2) The second reason that would make a rip solution unacceptable concerns the quality of the board being ripped, specifically the relationship between the position of defects and the quality requirements of the various rip widths being produced. If after positioning a board under the laser lines, defect locations on the board surface make this choice undesirable, the board should be first flipped over to determine if inverting the pattern on the board makes this original and optimum rip solution...
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Page 54: Algebraic Expressions Of Opti-Rip Calculations
OPERATION Algebraic Expressions of Opti-Rip Calculations Variable Definitions : (RW) = An individual rip width within a saw stack in inches = Rip width value in $/MBF = First board of a series or the first rip width of a saw stack used as part of the rip solution of a board = Final rip width of a saw stack used as part of the rip solution of a board (max. -
Page 55: Opti-Rip Computer Software
OPERATION Opti-Rip Computer Software You can download the Opti-Rip Computer Software from our web site (user account required): http://www.cameronautomation.com/ The Opti-Rip simulation is useful in understanding the operation of the Opti-Rip and creating the optimal arbor design. Once setups are created on the simulator, they can be transferred to the machine via a memory stick or over an ethernet network. -
Page 56: Troubleshooting
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Page 57: Diagnostics - Inputs And Outputs
TROUBLESHOOTING Diagnostics - Inputs and Outputs Selecting "Inputs and Outputs" from the "Diagnostics" menu opens the Inputs and Outputs window. This window can be used to test various inputs and outputs. Inputs The items displayed on the left hand side of the window are the values for the inputs. -
Page 58: Operational Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Operational Troubleshooting Nothing displays on the screen Press the Power button on the computer. Check that the Power Adapter is working properly. Press and hold the z and Control keys while pressing the Power button The Machine feeds one board, then stops Make sure the Board Present light curtain that is positioned between the pinch rollers and the rip saw is operating properly. - Page 59 TROUBLESHOOTING Boards don't feed straight into the saw Watch the back end of the board as it feeds into the saw. If the back end of the board jumps to one side when the pinch rollers release, the saw is not lined up properly with the feed of the pinch rollers.
- Page 60 TROUBLESHOOTING Boards feed up to the saw, but never get The Feed Delay in the system parameters picked up by the saw feed system is probably set too low. Increase this delay by small amounts until the saw consistently picks up the board. Setting this value too high will cause the two machines to fight each other and will result in premature wear.
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Page 61: Mj Sr2 Error Messages
TROUBLESHOOTING MJ SR2 Error Messages “Can’t connect to saw.” Unable to create a TCP/IP connection to the Digi-One. Check cable between Quick Rip and Rip Saw. Check Digi One Status (see Service Section for Digi One info) “Can’t move saw because saw press roll Check the adjustment of the switch on the proximity switch is activated.”... - Page 62 TROUBLESHOOTING Light Curtain Alignment and Adjustment If you are having issues with the light curtain on your Opti-Rip, follow the steps below: 1) Place the optic windows as much inline as possible. Alignment between the axes of the two elements must not exceed ±1.5°. 2) Power on the system.
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Page 63: Maintenance
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Page 64: Daily Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Daily Maintenance (Photocopy for daily use) Comments Date By Daily Maintenance Checklist • Keep interlocks clean and tested. • Keep the keyboard clean and clear of sawdust. • Keep sensor clean and clear of sawdust. • Backup to Memory Stick. #415-R1 8-15-18 - JR... -
Page 65: Monthly Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Monthly Maintenance (Photocopy for monthly use) Comments Date By Monthly Maintenance Checklist • Keep the belts tightened just enough so the belts hang 1/8" below the bottom of the belt track. Overtightening may damage the belts. • Grease all bearings •... -
Page 66: Parts & Service
PARTS & SERVICE PARTS & SERVICE #415-R1 8-15-18 - JR... - Page 67 PARTS & SERVICE #415-R1 8-15-18 - JR...
- Page 68 PARTS & SERVICE Digi One SP LEDs Color State Indicates Power detected Steady blinking Waiting for an IP address Blinking 1-1-1 Starting the EOS Blinking 1-3-1 Starting the TFTP process Power Configuration returned to factory (labeled PWR) Blinking 1-5-1 defaults Contact Tech Support Blinking 9-1-1 +1 (952) 912-3444...
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Page 74: Recomended Spare Parts
PARTS & SERVICE Recomended Spare Parts The following list contains the recommended parts to have on inventory to keep downtime of your automated opti-rip to a minimum. Quantity Part No. Description SWITCHPU.52 Black Head N.O. Contact Switch SENSOR.35 Diffuse Laser Sensor VALVE.76 Single Unit Valve VALVE06FC.2... -
Page 75: Parts Order Form
UPS Regular Truck Customer Pickup UPS Next Day Air Carrier: _____________ Other:_______________ Air Freight 5. Fax, Mail, or Phone your Order to: Cameron Automation 130 Salt Point Turnpike Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 Phone: (845) 452-3780 Fax: (845) 452-0764 #415-R1 8-15-18 - JR... - Page 76 Declaration of Conformity James L. Taylor Mfg. Co. 130 Salt Point Turnpike Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (845)-452-3780 (845)-452-0764 Fax declare under our sole responsibility that the product #34H Rip Optimizing Machine Model #34H-M1 to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards and other normative documents EN 292 Safety of Machinery, Basic Concepts, General Principles for Design...
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