Repotenciación de una máquina lakso para el proceso de empacado de pastillas en la empresa Confiteca.

Abstract

In the research conducted by Barcenes and Guallan 2019, the reconditioning of a fatigue resistance testing machine stands out, carried out in the materials resistance laboratory of the Mechanical Faculty at the Polytechnic School of Chimborazo, using LabVIEW software. This software developed a HumanMachine Interface HMI enabling continuous monitoring of the machines operation and visualization of important data, such as stress versus number of cycles SN graph. Adhering to the operation manual guidelines and maintenance plan ensures the proper functioning of the machine. Reconditioning packaging machines, such as the LAKSO at CONFITECA, is identified as the primary key to enhancing productivity and quality. Additionally, the concept of reconditioning is introduced as a costeffective solution to enhance production efficiency rather than replacing existing machines. The current research project focuses on reconditioning the LAKSO machine at CONFITECA to address performance issues and improve the efficiency and quality of the pill packaging process. One of the key corrections highlighted is the creation of a new electrical system to replace deficient circuits, thus, it is mentioned that reconditioning not only enhances productivity but also reduces product and cardboard waste, resulting in increased profitability. Finally, it is emphasized that reconditioning is an effective option in commercial and industrial applications, especially in food production, textile, manufacturing, and mining sectors, aiming primarily to increase productivity and profitability in industrial processes.