The Innova Trimming module controls and monitors flow lines and manual trimming lines in real-time.

The system records the amount of raw material delivered to individual trimmers and the quantity of product produced by each trimmer, allowing processors to monitor throughput, yield and product mix for individual trimmers.

By interacting with the Innova Quality Control module, the system can perform both random product inspections and also target individual trimmers. Product batches or pieces selected for inspection are sent to a QC station, where an inspector evaluates the batch based on fully customisable inspection parameters.

At the same time, the system automatically increases product inspection from trimmers with unsatisfactory QC scores. Targets can be set for throughput, yield and QC scores for individual trimmers, and reports and screens highlight figures that are not within targets.

Performance figures can be displayed on information terminals at the trimming stations. This allows the trimmer to compare his performance with the line average and to instantly receive notification of QC problems. The information terminal can also be used to convey production instructions and messages to the trimmers.

Trimmers can log on to stations using either an information terminal or a TR-11 ID reader. Stations are automatically enabled and disabled when trimmers log in and out.

The system supports multiple types of production on the same line, by assigning individual stations to a specific product type.

• Monitors product input and output to and from individual trimmers
• Maximises yield and throughput
• Compares production figures to targets, to instantly pinpoint production problems
• Effective management tool
• Provides manual line configuration and control
• Enables evaluation of raw material from suppliers
• Enables immediate intervention and corrective actions to minimise losses
• Provides continuous monitoring of throughput and yield by trimmer and by line
• Stores lot/batch data for customer verification of batch results
• Provides a centralised storage location for all trimming programmes
• Provides integrated solution support for other Innova modules, such as QC and box labelling
• Integrated traceability support
• Rich export capabilities including HTML, PDF, Excel and Text
• Sends reports via local email client
• Supports multiple trimming lines