Experience with Semiconductor Logic on Package Fabricating Machines

The user has 71 major systems for multiple machine control in 15 locations in Continental United States. The systems eliminate all relays in 42 can body and heat-seal tape-applying lines which do metal piercing and forming, heating, cooling, and transferring operations. Some of these systems have performed with no maintenance since February 1964. Twenty-five cutting, piercing, sealing, and assemblying presses are similarly equipped. Four can body-former and side-seam soldering machines now operate successfully without relays, and some electronic tube devices thereon have been eliminated.