PLC for Ice Cream Cup/Cone Filling Machine
This PLC system features a vibrant 7-inch (320 x 240 pixels) TFT touch screen, providing an intuitive and user-friendly interface for the ice cream cup and cone filling machine. It is integrated with a Combi IO card that includes both digital and analog I/Os. Optional servo-driven cam indexing is available for precise control of motion.
Key functions are managed through timers, allowing synchronization without the need for an encoder, making parameter settings easy and user-friendly. The PLC controls the following key operations:
- Cup Insertion
- Pencil Filling
- Cone Closure
- Sensing
- Chocolate Topping
- Product Discharge
- Bottom Chocolate Filling
- Dry Nut Topping
- Ice Cream Filling
- Lid Placing
Each station can be individually turned ON, OFF, or disabled as needed. The system also provides real-time temperature display and control of the chocolate tank. A six-digit totalizer and a four-digit batch counter are included for precise production monitoring.
Additional features include recipe storage with alphanumeric names, enabling quick selection and setup of production parameters based on cup or cone size. Comprehensive production data logging is available, including hourly, daily, and monthly logs, along with interlock history for easy troubleshooting and analysis.

