Stretch Wrapper
January 1, 2019Niagara Bottling LLC Engineering/Mathematics, 2018-19
Liaison(s): Parker LaMascus
Advisor(s): Timothy Tsai
Students(s): Stephanie Blankley (S), Bohan Gao (TL-F), Tai Le (F), Adrian Sanchez (TL-S), Dana ShangGuan (F), Elijah Whitsett
The Niagara Stretch Wrapper Team has developed an algorithm that autonomously optimizes stretch wrapper material usage under quality constraints. The algorithm does this by safely experimenting with different machine parameters and finds recipes that either meet or surpass the goal of 20 percent material usage reduction. The algorithm is compatible with the main Data and Control Hub that operates on Niagara’s plants.