Design and implementation of an automated oil packaging system: A study

Date of Publication

2001

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering and Management

College

Gokongwei College of Engineering

Department/Unit

Manufacturing Engineering and Management

Honor/Award

Awarded as best thesis, 2001

Thesis Adviser

Edgardo Guison

Defense Panel Chair

Phyllis L. Lim

Defense Panel Member

Christopher Syling
John-John P. Cabibihan

Abstract/Summary

Advanced automated packaging systems have been developed for most food products in the market. However, most of these systems are designed and made abroad, making the procurement and use of these machines prohibitive for many local businesses. The filling of coconut cooking oil into 5-gallon/17-kg cans is one such process that has not been automated locally.

The group decided to design and construct an automated packaging system for a local manufacturer. The group had to do this at a low cost compared to imported machines, as well as meet targets for production rate with little or no wastage of product. The system employs a conveyor system coupled to a volumetric cup system to measure out the required amount of oil, after which the cans are sealed one at a time at a sealing station adapted from a drill press.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU15311

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

viii, 106, [128] leaves : ill. (some col.) ; 28 cm.

Keywords

Coconut oil; Packaging--Design

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