PikLink
PikLink
PikLink-LP is a batch list processing system designed from the ground up to be extremely configurable.
The basic concepts are these.
The system:-
Split large lists into individual lists based on key fields e.g. Order number.
Hold no information only that sent from the host system.
In its clear presentation it allows the operator to pick the use up very quickly.
Must be adaptable to different customer requirements and changing customer requirements.
Must be able to control all carousels.
Everyday controls are keyboard and mouse operated.
Host System Links
Examples of links to host systems
API Calls
Files E.G. Delimited files, fixed width files, Proprietary file formats including printer output.
Host System Database E.G. Link to SQL Server or ODBC Link
Network Server E.G. receive part list through tcp network connection
The only fixed constant is that the host system sends a location for each part.
PikLink - AX is a tool to enable programmers to control the carousel unit without any need for understanding of the requirements of the carousel.
The Programmer only needs to know the location they wish the carousel to go to. PikLink AX will then take charge of moving the machine and handling any mechanical faults that arise. E.g. A box blocking the light beam.
PikLink - AX is a .net dll with COM or Active x protocols included for backwards compatibility.
PikLink - AX comes in two parts:
Part 1 is a windows dll, which sits in the background and controls the carousel. If you want to design your own screens you can use this to just control the carousels.
Part 2 talks to Part 1 to tell it the locations to go to. It also displays the user screen, which tells the operator what is happening. This screen also displays any error messages that come from the carousel.
It is possible to control multiple carousels from one computer using PikLink - AX. However Health and Safety issues require that the pc terminal be in line of sight of the opening of any carousel it can operate.
Similar to the PikLink - AX software however the programmer does not integrate the software into their own package. PickLink -TCP runs standalone on the Machine and the programmer sends commands to the machine via TCP messages.