WEINIG EasyScan RT: Innovative ripping optimization

The EasyScan RT constitutes the next generation in rip scanners. Its revolutionary concept features automatic moving cameras, which sets it apart from all competitor products. In contrast with conventional cross conveyor scanners, the number of sensors can be reduced drastically, cutting down costs to a minimum.
The new design helps to keep mechanical components simple and reasonably priced. The cross conveyor feeds the boards into the scanner, then holds them motionless for scanning. For this the cameras move along the boards’ longitudinal axes. Thanks to this innovative solution, the mechanization and space requirements are greatly reduced. This, in turn, reduces the costs of the cutting line enormously. The cost-saving potential is significant, compared to conventional scanners using longitudinal conveyors.
Existing cutting lines with or without geometric measurement can be re-fitted quickly and cost-effectively with the new Easy-Scan RT, because the existing cross conveyor transport can still be used to a large degree.
With its enhanced 2D optimization, the EasyScan RT represents an outstanding upgrade for your rip saw. The two-dimensional optimization of the boards allows recovery to be significantly improved. Cross-cutting optimization is already predicted during the ripping optimization. Cross-cut scanners and rip scanners therefore work together in this instance. Optimization according to both width and end-product significantly improves ripping decisions. Manual, laser-controlled width optimization simply cannot compete with the potential of this system.
Simple optimization is the key to efficient production. The high-performance optimization software allows a variety of qualities and zones to be created and combined into multiple end products. The products and qualities are stored in a database and can be selected at any time via drag and drop. The logical user interface of the scanner simplifies settings in a visual way providing simple operation for all.
The sensor options have been adopted from the successful EasyScan R, meaning that the EasyScan RT also has a proven selection of sensors and options. Curvature measurement and the module for random widths are also factory-fitted with the EasyScan RT. Owing to the nature of ripping, image detection and optimization are only performed on the top and bottom sides.
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The WEINIG EasyScan RT series provides
- High productivity thanks to automated defect detection
- Reduced labor costs, since labor-intensive manual marking is dispensed with
- Increased recovery since the detection accuracy of the scanner is far superior to manual marking
- More flexible production since many different qualities and products can be produced at the same time
- Increased quality of end products
- Ability to control the quality of end products according to individual customers, etc.
- Innovative scanning concept for optimal integration with your ripping process


Technical Details
Ripping optimization explained simply



Step 1: LuxscanLine scanners are based upon various sensors, such as laser cameras, color cameras and X-ray. Your WEINIG expert will define the right sensors and the best combination of these, matched to the wood species, surface quality and customer requirements. Our objective is to achieve the best possible quality of information for the required application.
Step 2: Image processing is handled by the highly sophisticated OptiCore software. This detects and identifies defects as well as color variations on the board. The ideally adapted sensor data ensures optimal data processing and defect detection.
Step 3: Optimization via the high-performance OptiCore software calculates the best solution during ripping. In doing so, it takes into account the various customer requests and requirements. Based upon the precise board data calculated during image processing, the board is optimized in accordance with the customer’s settings. This allows a virtually unlimited number of qualities and products to be defined. Thus, even a complex product mix can be quickly and simply optimized. This allows a virtually unlimited number of qualities and products to be defined.
EasyScan RT layout suggestions
The sensors: The key to success
OptiCore: The new benchmark in the world of automated optimization
OptiLink: Ideal optimization via connected processes.
Options for extension

Fiber analysis: Maximum cutting accuracy
An essential component of maximizing recovery and increasing value is a precise cutting position, particularly with finger jointed products. The dot laser enables such high levels of precision and provides improved detection, especially on rough surfaces. The cutting position is more accurately defined using the angle and size of the dots. This guarantees stable finger jointing. The dot laser is available for hardwood and softwood.

OptiLink: Ideal optimization via connected processes.
Using multiple, complex production processes has always been a difficult task. Linking various applications and production lines further complicates the flow of information.
References
Areas of application
Pallet production
Profiled mouldings
Further information
Brochures
Simple, fast and sustainable: more details in a downloadable PDF document.
EasyScan RT brochure (PDF, 8 MB)