FlexiVision One Manual#

Welcome to the FlexiVision One manual!#

test We are pleased to welcome you to your new FlexiVision One guide! This manual has been created specifically to serve as your clear and reliable reference. We hope that, by consulting it, you can fully benefit from everything our system offers. Your opinion is essential to us: please do not hesitate to provide your feedback by contacting us!

- The Ars Automation Team

What is FlexiVision One?#

FlexiVision One is our VisionController-based vision solution, designed to guide the robot and available as an add-on component for FlexiBowl® systems. While retaining all the powerful functions of the previous version, therefore allowing the unloading, separation, recognition, and picking of loose parts on the feeder surface, FlexiVision One revolutionizes the user experience. Thanks to complete step-by-step guidance and intuitive tools, we have greatly simplified the process, making programming and use accessible and usable by anyone, regardless of experience level.

System overview#

Example system diagram with connections for up to three FlexiBowl units, three cameras, and three hoppers.

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Example diagram of the FlexiVision One system#

How to read the manual#

This manual has been designed to support both the design and system integration phase and the field installation and commissioning phase. For this reason, it is divided into macro-sections with different audiences and purposes.

Which section are you looking for?#

If you need to…

The information is located in…

Check dimensions, weights, electrical requirements, and communication protocols

TECHNICAL REFERENCE AND SPECIFICATIONS

Install components, wire the system, configure the network, or calibrate camera/robot

SYSTEM INSTALLATION and QUICKSTART

Program a new part model or configure the feeding system

QUICKSTART

Troubleshoot problems or request assistance

TROUBLESHOOTING and SUPPORT

Work groups and responsibilities#

Correct implementation of FlexiVision One requires collaboration among several professional roles. This table clarifies roles and responsibilities:

Professional role

Main responsibilities

Reference manual sections

System integrator

Layout design, component sizing, verification of technical requirements

Technical reference and specifications, Options

Installation technician

Mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, network configuration

System installation, Wiring and connections

Robot programmer

Camera-robot calibration, plugin integration, programming of picking logic

Quickstart, Protocol Setup, Calibration

Line operator

Creation of new part models, configuration of FlexiBowl parameters, performance monitoring

Run Time results verification

Maintenance technician

Problem diagnosis, component replacement, software updates

New model, FlexiBowl configuration, Troubleshooting, Support

Conventions and symbols used#

Throughout the manual, information banners are used to highlight important content:

Type

Meaning

Warning

Warning

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or a critical procedure which, if not performed correctly, could cause equipment damage or serious system malfunctions.

Important

Important

Highlights essential information that must not be ignored in order to ensure correct system operation or operational safety.

Note

Information note

Provides essential information for correct execution of the procedure, technical clarifications, or references to related chapters.

Tip

Tip

Suggests a best practice, an alternative, or advice that can simplify installation or improve system performance.

Error

Error

Indicates a critical error or fault condition requiring immediate intervention. It highlights situations that compromise system operation and require corrective action.