Online Monitoring & Control of Gas Flush O2/CO2/N2
for Vertical and Horizontal Flow Packaging Machines

Features

Online monitoring of O2 and CO2
Works in conjunction with packing machine
For Vertical and Horizontal flow packagers
Reduces gas usage
Real time flushing control
Avoids waste or incorrectly flushed packages
Data Logging for QC records
Optional control of gas mixer
Touch Screen Operation
Programming for different products
PC Software included
PDF Data Sheet

The MAPCHECK 3 continously monitors the modified atmosphere flushing gases in Vertical and Horizontal Flow Wrapper packaging machines. The real time monitoring of the package atmosphere improves productivity in several ways. It saves gas by tuning the gas flow to the optimum level for the packing machine. It reduces waste because if there is problem the MapCheck can halt the machine. It improves quality because every package is checked before sealing and this in turn reduces the amount of off line testing that would otherwise be required. An optional gas save feature allow the MapCheck to monitor and control the flow of gas to the packages. If for example the residual oxygen is reading to high (not flushed enough) then the flow of flushing gas can be increased automatically to achieve the desired level.
The MapCheck can also be integrated with a Provectus gas mixer so that it can automatically control both the gas flow and mix to suit the production conditions. Data logging can be used to record gas content and consumption for every run so that a quality control record can be built up.

Benefits of the MAP Check 3 gas analyzer for modified atmosphere packaging flow wrappers

Enables major gas savings with optional GasSave function or when paired with MAP Mix Provectus gas mixer
Logs and displays actual gas consumption for easy traceability with GasSave function
Reduces labour and waste costs compared to manual testing
Avoids recalls/repacking by stopping packaging machine if machine exceeds preset limits
Reduces work area CO2 levels to protect employees

Features of the MAP Check 3 gas analyzer for modified atmosphere packaging flow wrappers

5” colour touch screen
Improved data logging capabilities with USB, Ethernet, TCP Modbus
Ability to control MAP Mix Provectus gas mixer
Delivered with PC software
Optional: IP45 protection kit, 3-channel multiplexer
Optional built-in GasSave flow controller

Specifications

MapCheck 3 Combined O2/CO2 OR O2 Online Gas Monitor
Package Types	Oxygen Sensor	Carbon Dioxide Sensor
Measuring Range	Solid State 0-100%	Dual beam IR sensor - 0-100%
Accuracy	±0.01% absolute below 1% O2 ±1% of reading in range above 1%	±0.5% absolute ±1.5% of reading
Warm up time	10 minutes	8 minutes
Models	Available with LCD display or as “Black Box” without display
Connections	2 x RS232C, LAN 10/100 Mbit (Modbus TCP), USB, current or voltage output, 24 VDC logic for start/stop of machine and alarms
Analog Output	0-10V, 2-10V, 0-20mA, 4-20mA selectable
Power Supply	103-132 /207-264 VAC Universal
Dimensions	192 x 230 x 375 mm HxWxD
Weight	20 lbs
Gas Save Option
Gas Media	Any dry mix of Nitrogen, Carbon Dioxide, Oxygen
Inlet pressure	2 to 10 Bar
Pressure Drop	1 Bar at 10 Bar input pressure
Gas Flow control	6 - 500 l/min
Flow Measurement	total and daily consumption
Multiplexer Option
Number of inputs	3 (Channel priority: Selectable, 1-2-3- or 1-2-1-3-)
Other Optional Accessories
Cabinet Protection	IP45 NEMA 3S optional protection kit

Ordering Information

Model	Description	Price
MapCheck	Monitor unit of O2 and CO2 detection	Call for quote
Gas Save	Flow controller integrated with MapCheck
Provectus	Electronic Gas Mix Contoller