摘要 |
An automated system (100) for testing a spray pump assembly includes a sy stem computer (114), a robotic handler (120), holder tray (210), actuator, a nd analytical balance (255). The system computer issues commands to the robo tic handler to handle and to transport spray pump assemblies, collection ves sels, waste collectors, and nozzle tip dabbers. The robotic handler includes an electromechanical gripper capable of handling objects of varying sizes a nd sensing contact between gripped objects and another object. The robotic h andler may also perform shaking functions. The holder tray, actuator, and ot her system elements may include sensors for detecting the presence of testin g objects. The spray pump assembly may include a collet with a tapered and t hreaded aperture for securing the collet to a spray pump. The system may fur ther include an elevator assembly for positioning and transporting the actua tor (while holding a spray pump assembly) between a first testing area and a second testing area.
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