Module Sortation

Automated industrial sorting system designed to transport, inspect, and process plastic modules through a series of mechanically, electrically, and pneumatically controlled operations.

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Project Summary

The Module Sortation project focused on the development and integration of an automated industrial sorting system that combined mechanical equipment, electrical controls, pneumatic actuators, and operator interfaces into a single production platform. The system was designed to reliably move and process modules while providing operators with intuitive control and monitoring capabilities.

My work spanned multiple engineering disciplines, including mechanical design, electrical integration, pneumatic system development, sensor and actuator selection, user interface design, testing, and documentation. The project required close coordination between engineering teams and direct communication with the client throughout development, testing, and deployment.

My Role

Helped with the mechanical components and system layouts.
Performed electrical wiring for the machine's I/O systems.
Designed the operator user interface (HMI).
Designed and assembled the pneumatic system.
Created and interpreted electrical schematics.
Selected sensors and actuators based on system requirements.
Developed bills of materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation.
Performed system testing, troubleshooting, and validation.
Provided project updates and demonstrations to the client.

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Module sortation mechanical and pneumatic assembly — An integrated mechanical assembly combining pneumatic actuation, and sensor mounting hardware. Multiple subsystems work together to detect, position, and route modules as they move through the machine.

Module sortation operator control panel — The operator control panel used for machine operation, diagnostics, and status monitoring. Custom interface screens provided operators with real-time feedback and control over the module sortation process.

Module sortation project system — As part of the controls development, I worked on designing the user interface for the HMI. The interface was created to give operators a clear and intuitive way to control the machine, monitor system functions, and access maintenance controls for components such as sensors and pneumatic actuators.