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Flag/Prox Sensor Testing

This procedure ensures flag and proximity sensors, along with their associated conveyor systems, are functioning correctly and labeled appropriately.
Epic Canning & Bottling
02/10/2026

Flag/Prox Sensor Testing

This procedure validates that flag (photo eye) and proximity sensors are correctly labeled and function as expected, confirming each sensor triggers correctly and that the conveyor system responds as intended.

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    Photo eye/ Prox sensor validation

    This procedure involves validating the functionality of photo eye and prox sensors, ensuring they turn on and off correctly, and confirming that the conveyor system behind them operates as expected. The final step is to validate that all systems are functioning as intended.

    Sensor Functionality Check

    Verify that the photo eye sensor turns on and off correctly

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Verify that the prox sensor turns on and off correctly

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Conveyor System Check

    Ensure the conveyor behind the sensor operates as expected when the sensor is activated

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Final Validation

    Confirm all sensors and conveyor systems are functioning as intended

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

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Source: Epic Canning & Bottling (Community Member)

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