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SELOGICA control system

Comprehensive management
for injection moulding technology

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At a glance
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Central management: perfect control over all ALLROUNDERs, ARBURG robotic systems and applica- Intuitive operation: the graphical SELOGICA
tions with the SELOGICA. user interface.

The greatest advantage of our central,

logical and powerful SELOGICA control
unit is the fact that it makes ever more
complex injection moulding processes
increasingly easy to master. However,
the SELOGICA not only manages all
ALLROUNDER machines, but also all
robotic systems, peripheral equipment
and processes. Made by ARBURG
Made in Germany. Co-ordinated man-
agement of complex injection mould-
ing processes can only be achieved easi-
ly and conveniently using the SELOGICA
system. By continuously further devel-
oping our control technology, we
ensure you stay ahead of the compe-
tition in the long term. Because if you
can program complex machine sequen
ces effectively and transparently, you
have complete control over production.
1 Central management
The SELOGICA system is designed for uni-
versal use in the programming and control
of all known injection moulding processes.
By offering simple integration of a variety
of peripherals, the control system can be
used even for managing complete produc-
tion cells. The SELOGICA system saves time
and costs thanks to its uniform operating
concept. This means fewer training require-
ments and no change of approach by your
operators when a number of different
ALLROUNDERs are in use. Operation is ren-
dered highly cost-effective thanks to the full
range of synchronisation options for robot
and machine movements offered by the
central control system. The result being that
short cycle times can be pre-programmed.
The management of settings data is simpler
than ever; there is only one data record for
the complete production unit.
2 Intuitive operation
All data can be accessed immediately, rap-
idly and simply via the 15-inch SELOGICA
touchscreen. The graphic operating system,
which is compatible with a wide variety of
technologies, is self-explanatory. The unique
sequence editor with patented, real-time
plausibility check always clearly indicates the
logical position of the current programming
step. This prevents operating errors right
from the start. Full data-record compatibility
during all development stages of the con-
trol system ensures smooth moulded part
production. Rapid orientation and famil-
iarisation of the operating personnel takes
place in an easily-assimilated manner via the
patented topic navigation, self-explanatory
controls and a clear graphic display. Com-
plex injection moulding technology is ren-
dered easy to operate.

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Fast setup times: input logic based on mould
setup process.
3 Fast setup times
The input logic of the SELOGICA system is
based around the mould setup sequence
and optimisation of the injection moulding
process. Setup-time and cost savings can
be achieved by means of clearly laid out
screen pages with tables and graphics, as
well as simple sequence programming via
graphic symbols. This makes even complex
sequences more comprehensible and
transparent.
The Set-up Assistant module supports
daily operations from menu-guided mould
installation and automatic calculation of
the parameters through to teach-in of the
finished sequence no in-depth knowledge
required. Equally convenient in terms of the
human/machine interface is the teach-in
function for robotic systems.
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Reliable optimisation: numerous options for process optimisation, monitoring and documentation.
4 Reliable optimisation
Simple and reliable control of complex sys-
tems this is the domain of the SELOGICA
system. The control system contributes to
high process stability and reproducibility by
means of precise control of temperatures
(adaptive in this case), pressures, speeds and
positions. Moreover, extensive options for
process optimisation, monitoring and docu-
mentation are available. Despite all these
alternatives, the SELOGICA always offers a
clear display and immediate accessibility.
Numerous mould protection, diagnostic and
support functions, such as the maintenance
display, all fall under the topic of machine
monitoring. All messages are displayed
conveniently in plain text, so that operators
always know precisely what action has to
be taken.
Owing to its high degree of integrated
functionality, the SELOGICA system is suited
not only for the optimum implementation
of todays process requirements. It is excep-
tionally flexible and therefore ideally pre-
pared today for the demands of tomorrow.
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Intuitive operator guidance
1 Ergonomic screen design
Fast, direct access to data is vital during
production. The SELOGICA system provides
this thanks to operator guidance that is
selectable according to the working situa-
tion. For example, topic navigation with a
permanently displayed structure for greater
clarity, sequence navigation for direct screen
selection from the production sequence and
the direct jump fields for fast access to the
process optimisation feature.
Drag and drop: fast and convenient adaptation
of graphics.
2 Simple parameter entry
Parameters can be optionally entered via
tables or graphics; different functions are
assigned unambiguous colour codes. The
display generally faces the direction of the
respective movements. This makes the
operating system extremely easy to under-
stand, as it is strictly based on the practical
setup procedures used at injection mould-
ing plants.

When is a machine control system ergo-

nomic and intuitive to operate? When
it is equipped and functions like the
SELOGICA. Its user interface is fully
based on the specific requirements 1
at your production facility. Hence the
15-inch touchscreen features high
brightness and contrast as well as gen-
erously sized control buttons. The hih
degree of clarity ensures significantly
faster and more direct access to data
and the easy-to-understand graphical
operating system enhances practical 2
usability. This makes familiarisation of
the operating personnel uncomplicated
and reduces time spent on training at
your injection moulding plant. With
ARBURG, greater ease of operation
brings you decisive added value.

Simple parameter entry

Ergonomic screen design

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 3 Reliable parameter entry
User identification is achieved using RFID
card technology according to Euromap.
Data entry can be limited by means of ac-
cess authorisation. All changes are logged
according to user, ensuring unambiguous
traceability. Data entry can be performed via
numerical values, from a selection list or as
text in separate pop-up windows. Setting-
range limits are indicated on the display.
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4 Convenient parameter entry
Plain text displays make work easy and
convenient. The three direct access keys can
be individually assigned to provide direct,
selective access to data. In addition, all the
parameters that are important for a data
record can be combined on freely configur-
able pages. This enables you to create a
parameter-based authorisation system.
Credit-card format: Selective access authorisation
for control data.
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Convenient parameter entry
Reliable parameter entry
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Menu-guided set-up
1 Efficient mould change
The required mould removal and installation
steps are pre-defined, are simply executed
one after the other and confirmed on a
central screen page. The control system
automatically executes sub-sequences, such
as referencing (zeroing) individual axes, at
a single push of a button. No parameters
need to be entered.
2 Automatic calculation
Very little process-related data has to be en-
tered in order to have the basic processing
parameters such as temperature, pressure
and speed calculated automatically. The
SELOGICA system features a comprehensive
database for this purpose, which can be ex-
tended with the customers own material at
any time. Here, individual selection options

Guided mould change: step-by-step for an effi-

cient work sequence.

The Set-up Assistant module offers

you active support in setting up
machines in every situation. From
mould change and the automatic calcu-
lation of parameters through to teach-
in of the finished production sequence,
your operators are guided step-by-step
through all the necessary actions. The
work of parameter entry is reduced to
an absolute minimum. This simulta-
neously establishes an efficient work
sequence. In addition, the system
remains open to subsequent adjust- 1
ments and optimisations.
Providing practical solutions is the
major advantage of the SELOGICA.
Your technicians workload is effective-
ly reduced, as the complete injection
moulding process can be set up individ-
ually without in-depth knowledge of
the control system.

Efficient mould installation

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make it possible to redefine just the tem-
perature of the injection unit, for example,
when changing the material. Furthermore,
all the available monitoring and log func-
tions can be automatically initialised at the
click of a button. The usual entry of param-
eters in a variety of screens and the selection
of various monitoring and log functions can
therefore be completely dispensed with.
Teaching the production sequence
Automatic calculation
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3 Teaching the production sequence
Here, all the operator has to do is execute
and confirm the necessary movements one
after the other. All parameter entries and
the completion of the production sequence
run automatically in the background. Moni-
toring functions such as the position for
mould protection, for example, are deter-
mined during guided set-up or teach-in.
Robotic sequences can also be created in
this way.
Teach-in: simple programming at the press of
a button.
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Intelligent graphic sequence programming
1 Selective entry of process steps
Fast access to the available sequence sym-
bols is made easier through logical group-
ing. The sequence editor suggests the
suitable machine and application-related
sequence symbols and their positioning.
This means that start-up and shut-down
sequences or stroke-related starting during
simultaneous machine movements, for
example, can be configured with ease.
2 Simple creation of process
sequences
For the sake of simplicity, the SELOGICA
system operates with predefined basic se-
quences for the applicable machine equip-
ment, which can be rapidly and individually
adapted to all mould-specific production
tasks. This enables easy editing of operating
steps; the relevant parameter pages can be
directly selected from the sequence editor.

Fast access: available sequence symbols.

The necessary flexibility of your injec-

tion moulding processes, combined
with maximum transparency, are
assured by just one individually adapt-
able, graphic sequence-programming
screen. For this purpose, SELOGICA fea-
tures the patented real-time plausibili-
ty check, for example, which eliminates
incorrect entries during set-up, and also
the full integration of robotic systems.
Typically ARBURG: providing simple
solutions to complex problems, leading
to much greater cost efficiency for your
injection moulding plant.

Simple creation of process sequences

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3 Simultaneous plausibility check
One unique selling proposition of the
SELOGICA system with respect to compara-
ble machine control systems is its patented
real-time plausibility check. The control sys-
tem already displays the logical positioning
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of the current process step during sequence
programming and checks that operator en-
tries are complete. Operators are thus pro-
vided the best possible support during pro-
gramming. Thanks to these user-friendly
preventive measures, the programming
of even highly complex sequences and
processes is simple, clear and reliable.
Complex set-up operations such as injec-
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closing), venting, compression injection
moulding and the tandem mould process
can be performed without any problems.
Highlights
Control centre for the entire injection
moulding technology
Patented topic navigation on
several levels
Convenient sequence programming
Real-time plausibility checks
Common data record for the entire
production unit
Set-up Assistant module
Interactive teach-in functions

Simultaneous plausibility check

Selective entry of process steps

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Process optimisation and documentation
1 Targeted process optimisation quality, detect problems in a targeted man-
As a universal aid for process optimisation, ner, while preventively reducing cycle times
freely-configurable process graphics are and reject parts. All these features ensure
used in the SELOGICA system. Operation is greater economy and quality throughout
made even more convenient through the the production process.
option of automatically configuring the
process graphics. Direct intervention is en-
sured through the display of all signals. The
recorded signals can be measured using the
cursor while production is in progress. Op-
erators can thus directly influence product
Continuously recorded: clear alarm history.

A machine control system that can be

put to effective use must of course also
offer operators extensive process-opti-
misation, monitoring and documenta-
tion options. Only then can competi-
tive production at minimum unit costs
be achieved. The SELOGICAs numerous
ingenious control options cannot fail to
impress in this respect. For example,
the production data can be output,
saved or transmitted to higher-order
systems via various interfaces with 2
exceptional flexibility. And a particular
advantage: your experts have all the 1
tools at their fingertips that they need
to recognise and immediately imple-
ment optimisation measures often
without additional costs.

Detailed process monitoring

Targeted process optimisation

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 2 Detailed process monitoring
An easy-to-record reference curve forms the
basis of monitoring graphics for individual
online supervision of quality limit values.
Graphical evaluations of this kind can be
created in the form of peak or mean values,
envelopes or integrals. Up to eight of these
monitoring graphics are provided by the
SELOGICA system.
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Seamless process documentation
Effective quality control
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3 Effective quality control
Here also, a high level of convenience is a
priority of all the available features: refer-
ence values and tolerance ranges for actual
process values can be determined automati-
cally and the set tolerances monitored in
detail. If reject parts are produced, these can
be separated out via a sorter unit or robotic
system. The evaluation of fault cycles aids
the targeted prevention of reject parts.
4 Seamless process documentation
The individual recording of actual quality-
relevant process values takes place via the
production log. This also forms the basis
for all statistical evaluations. The complete
production sequence is displayed via a log
graphic. Correlations and variances can thus
be evaluated immediately and quality docu-
mented in detail.
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Full integration of peripherals
1 Single operating system
Being able to use just one control system
for injection moulding machines, robotic
systems and peripherals brings considerable
added value to everyday production.
Through the intuitive operating system
for reduced training effort
Through the clear, graphic programming
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and documentation
Identical basis: sequence programming for six-axis
robotic system.
Through the central monitoring and
actuation of peripherals in co-ordination
with machine movements
Through the synchronisation of robot and
machine movements for correspondingly
short cycle times
Through the implementation of the
SELOGICA user interface in the control
system of six-axis robotic systems

A control system is only truly universal

if it can also manage equipment and
processes beyond the machine itself.
Central parameter entry
This is why the SELOGICA fully inte-
grates robotic systems and peripheral
devices in your production processes,
enabling central, effortless manage-
ment of entire production cells. Here
too, the SELOGICA philosophy of the
central human/machine interface
achieves considerable time and cost Single operating system
savings, while simultaneously maximis-
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working can only be comprehensively
achieved with uniform, all-embracing
injection moulding management.

Further information:
ARBURG host computer system brochure Central storage of setting data
COPYLOG brochure

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 2 Central parameter entry
As well as robotic systems, mould heating
circuits can also be directly
activated. This means that
the SELOGICA completely
takes on the task of control.
Commercially available
peripheral devices can also
be easily integrated via
standardised interfaces.
Monitoring inputs enable
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the injection moulding process to be con-
trolled as a function of granulate feed, com-
pressed air or the water supply, for example.
Further customised integration options are
made possible by the freely-programmable
inputs and outputs (PEAs). Moreover,
machine control data can be used across
systems via the host computer interface for
connection to BDE, MES or remote mainte-
nance systems such as the ARBURG
SAP-certified host computer system (ALS).
3 Central storage of setting data
With the SELOGICA, Compact Flash cards
ensure convenient, comprehensive data
storage. One data record contains all the
parameters for the entire production unit,
enabling simpler, faster and more reliable
data management and set-up. Individual
notes included. Overriding management of
the settings data is performed via ARBURG
COPYLOG and the ARBURG host computer
system (ALS).
Host computer system ALS
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Features for efficient production
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Optimisation potential at a glance: clear graphic display in the cycle time diagram.
To enable you to freely configure your
injection moulding processes, optimise
your settings and, ultimately, produce
as efficiently as possible, the SELOGICA
control system offers a virtually inex-
haustible variety of functions.
Automatic start-up/shutdown with indi-
vidual start-up and shutdown sequenc-
es, cycle time diagrams and mainte-
nance displays all features focus con-
sistently on your everyday production.
This begins with set-up and continues
through to individual process optimi-
sation. As you know, a machine is only
ever as good as its control system. And
this is where SELOGICA sets standards.
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1 Cycle time diagram
With the cycle time diagram, the current
run times of each individual cycle step
are graphically contrasted with previously
defined reference values. Moreover, these
sub-processes are broken down into start,
delay and run time. In this way, all the
necessary information for analysing and
optimising a production cycle is contained
on a single screen page. Unproductive time
can be recognised and avoided through
the better co-ordination of sub-processes.
Any deviations that occur in the production
process can be allocated immediately to the
respective function, without having to open
individual parameter pages. The more com-
plex the processes become, the more useful
this tool is.
Leaving nothing to chance: maintenance display
with automatic reminder.
2 Maintenance display
Depending on the configuration of the
ALLROUNDER machine, all the necessary
maintenance data and intervals are already
stored as plain text. As an option, individual
maintenance specifications, relating to peri
pherals used, for example, can be entered
manually. In this way, a clear maintenance
plan can be generated for the entire pro-
duction unit including the monitoring
of due dates and automatic reminders for
forthcoming maintenance work. In addi-
tion, the SELOGICA records the correct
completion of pending maintenance work
in a maintenance log. As a result, every
completed maintenance task remains fully
transparent, also providing ideal verification
for audits and certifications.
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Easier mould handling: Sub-sequences can be
individual adapted.
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3 Function packages
Our optional function packages incorporate
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tion requirements:
Mould temperature control: Recom-
mended for especially sensitive materials,
or when using hot runners
Axis monitoring: Provides added value
when using moulds with core pulls, or
brushing or demoulding devices, as well
as for quality assurance
Mould movements: New settings op-
tions for complex multi-component, tan-
dem or stack moulds, e.g. with the sub-
sequences function
Start-up and shutdown: Expansion for
high-speed applications, multi-station
moulds, the automatic feed of inserts or
for production planning and monitoring
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Options
User-based input areas
Special sequences such as injection
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closing), compression injection
moulding, venting, position-con-
trolled demoulding
Regulation via reference curve
Mould protection in several stages
Cascade control of needle shut-off
nozzles in the mould
Adaptive mould heating circuits
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through energy measurement. External quality monitoring
Freely programmable inputs/outputs
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robotic systems
4 Energy measurement system
The optional energy measurement system
permits comprehensive analysis of power
consumption in the cycle. By means of
breakdown into drive and heating power,
the effects of changes to the machine set-
tings are made immediately visible. For the
purpose of detailed documentation, energy
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quirement for the task, are calculated auto-
matically. Ultimately, monitoring of the aver-
age power consumption is also possible.
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