Automatic Pineapple Peeler Machine Using PLC

Mazalinda, Mazlan (2011) Automatic Pineapple Peeler Machine Using PLC. Project Report. UTeM, Melaka, Malaysia. (Submitted)

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Abstract

The idea of this project came a couple of years ago as to why there are no peeling machine specifically to peel the pineapple skin in a short time. Hence, this project which is aimed to design and develop a machine that will peel pineapple skin automatically. The Keyence Programming Logic Controller (PLC) is the controller in this machine. It is used to control the whole operation in the Pineapple Peeler Machine and is interfaced with a motor to run the machine. The machine is equipped with sensor for safety. The PLC is programmed with Ladder Builder software to carry out the ladder diagram programming. Thorough research had been conducted to determine the best material, mechanical fabrication, actuator and sensor for this project. Critical aspects of this machine are the hygienic factor and the electrical and mechanical components. Best machine design of rectangular shape is chosen due to ease of assembly. Based on testing result, the project is successful because the machine can peel the pineapple peel smoothly ‘eyes’.

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