Workpieces processing machine and method for automatically controlling the dimensions of workpieces in such a machine

Abstract

A workpiece processing machine comprising a handler for loading a working station of the machine with workpieces for processing. The machine includes a laser detection cell and a computation apparatus configured to compute a first dimension of the workpiece based upon a position of the handler when the workpiece crosses a laser beam of the laser detection cell while being moved by the handler in a first direction. The method automatically controls dimensions of workpieces processed in a working station thereof. The method includes steps of: a) picking a workpiece in an inlet station, b) moving the workpiece using a handler in a direction towards a laser beam of the laser detection cell, c) detecting the position of the handler when the workpiece crosses the laser beam along the direction and d) computing a dimension of the workpiece on the basis of the position of the handler (in step c).

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