Implementación de una máquina automática cortadora de tallos de flores para la Empresa “Lovely Flowers”

Abstract

The objective of this work was to implement an automatic flower stalk cutting machine for the company "Lovely Flowers". In order to accomplish the objective, the analysis of the requirements in CAD design and load analysis of the structure of the flower stalk cutter in an Ecuadorian company that deals with the process of production, export, distribution and commercialization of roses was carried out. After the construction, assembly and electrical connection, results were obtained in the integration of the power system with the artificial vision system through the implementation of Python software, which reflected an image processing speed of 30 frames per second allowing the system to have constant fluidity without interruptions, with the functionality tests of the artificial vision system and its cutting system, with a 50% reduction of the cutting time and an increase of the finished product from 26 to 50 bunches of roses per hour of work. Also a reduction of the risk level to a tolerable risk level is seen. Establishing safety and production requirements for the design of the flower stem cutting machine, with the design of the structure at an ergonomic level, as well as the reduction of cutting risks, amputations with the implementation of artificial vision as a safety system for the workers. Recommending the maintenance of the engine, as well as the revision of the components of the machine to extend the useful life of these.