Palletising

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  • Mixed case palletising solutions
    Driven by OHS concerns and skills shortages, there is an increasing demand for smart solutions that take mixed case palletising in a new and exciting direction. Advances in software, robotics and intelligent storage, buffering and sequencing systems have enabled the development of two innovations designed to reduce the cost and improve the efficiency, productivity and safety of building mixed case pallets.
Feature (2)
  • Palletising: robotic or manual
    The primary concern for all companies relying on manual palletising has to be occupational health and safety. Manual and repetitive lifting and carrying is fraught with danger
  • Layer picking bears fruit
    The drive by retailers for smaller, more frequent deliveries is forcing suppliers to re-evaluate how they deliver goods to major retailers' distribution centres
Product (45)
  • Optimum Handling Solutions custom work station for abattoirs and food processing plants
    Optimum Handling Solutions’ custom work station for abattoirs and food processing plants will assist operators when constantly sorting or packing products onto pallets that are more than 1.5 m high.
  • Okura A1800 palletising robot
    Kockums has been supplying the Okura A1600 Robot, capable of 1600 movements per hour, and now has available the Okura A1800 Robot, which is an upgrade.
  • 1-PAL lightweight stackable plastic pallet
    The Australian-designed and manufactured 1-PAL plastic pallet is stackable, nestable and rackable. It weighs less than 13 kg.
  • Loscam trans-Tasman pallet rental service
    Loscam’s trans-Tasman pallet rental service allows Loscam customers in New Zealand and Australia to transfer and dehire pallets after an export shipment.
  • Wyma Engineering MACH palletiser range
    The flexible, fast and accurate MACH palletiser is suitable for operators aiming for efficiency gains in handling and logistics.
  • MACH palletiser range
    The MACH palletiser range is designed and manufactured by Dutch firm Symach and distributed in Australasia by Wyma. Wyma is showcasing the range at Foodtech Packtech 2012.
  • Cermex DiviArm continuous lane divider with guiding arm
    The DiviArm is a continuous divider, with guiding arm, that distributes primary packaging such as bottles, containers, cans and cartons into lanes.
  • Dematic integrated robotic layer picking solution with FreePick Maximiser software
    Dematic has introduced an integrated robotic layer picking solution, combining an advanced robotic layer picker with software that enables the system to operate at efficiency rates of up to 150% and, in some cases, eliminate as much as 80% of manual handling.
  • ABB PalletPack 460 robotic palletising system
    ABB has launched the PalletPack 460, a pre-engineered package of robotic palletising components that has been designed specifically for high-speed, end-of-processing-line palletising.The system consists of an IRB 460 robot; a Flex-Gripper (either the claw or one-zone clamp gripper); a control PLC; a safety PLC; PalletWare support software; user documentation; and the FlexPendant featuring an easy-to-use graphical human machine interface.
  • Cermex slat lane dividers
    Cermex has expanded its range of packaging solutions with the 100% in-house manufacture of slat lane dividers, offering users the option of lane dividers as standalone machines or as part of complete end-of-line equipment.
  • TechnoWrapp A800 and A800 4E pallet stretch wrapping machines with integrated top sheet applicators
    TechnoWrapp has upgraded its A800 and A800 4E automatic ring wrapping machines with an integrated top sheet applicator. The high-speed machines are for wrapping palletised loads with stretch film and a waterproof top sheet.
  • Flexicon dual bulk bag filling system with pallet dispenser
    Flexicon has integrated two Swing-Down Bulk Bag Fillers with a pallet dispenser and powered roller conveyors to create a dual bulk bag filling system which allows safe, high-capacity filling of bulk bags of all popular sizes. Programmable controls allow the fillers to operate separately or simultaneously, filling bags of the same size or two different sizes.
  • Symach palletising system
    The Symach palletising system is suitable for operators wishing to increase stacking efficiency and optimise the presentation of pallets for distribution. The palletisers are built to create tight and uniform layers of bags, boxes and crates, and sequentially stack these layers to form a stable and well-presented pallet.
  • Beaumer stretch hood
    The Beumer stretch hood high-performance packaging machine is an effective solution that stacks products on pallets quickly, securely and sustainably. The control system allows automatic detection of different stacking heights and flexible adjustment of the machine to match them.
  • Symach Mach Palletiser
    Symach specialises in customised palletising systems for bags, boxes and crates across a wide range of sectors such as the industrial, chemical, food and agricultural industries. Integrated wrapping machines, rotating arm or turntable for stretch net and film, as well as machines to place protective corners and straps around the finished pallets are also offered.
  • Cermex VersaFilm shrink-wrappers range
    Cermex has released the VersaFilm range of shrink-wrappers without a sealing bar. The design of the range based on a principle of modular architecture and various technical developments offers advantages in terms of costs and lead times.
  • Schweppervescence on a pallet
    Open communication, a collaborative relationship, good customer service and high-quality pallets - these were the criteria Loscam had to meet to win a contract with major beverage company Schweppes Australia.
  • OCME palletising manipulators
    OCME has extended its range of palletising machines to include layer forming systems that use manipulators - designed to handle fragile products and multipacks.
  • TechnoWrapp A800 and A800 4E pallet stretch wrappers
    Technowrapp’s A800 and A800 4E high-speed pallet stretch wrappers are claimed to use as little as 96 g of film per pallet.
  • SMI palletising systems
    SMI palletising systems are dedicated solely to palletising. They are built on a column to achieve high throughputs on a small footprint and are claimed to cost 30 to 40% less than robot hybrids or traditional sweep arm palletisers.
  • Rhino 108 pallet wrapper
    The Rhino 108 pallet wrapper is a reliable and economical solution for medium-volume users.
  • Palletiser
    JMP Australia has released the K-Pal Palletiser which has the advantages of a layer palletiser, combined with the flexibility of a robotic palletiser. It is suitable for handling bulky and unstable packages.
  • Pallet wrapper
    The Autopac 1525RC pallet wrapper can have a remote control facility installed so the whole process of pallet wrapping can be achieved from the forklift driver’s seat. The device continues wrapping automatically while the forklift operator is picking up the next pallet for wrapping. This streamlines the whole process, increasing output capacity and improving efficiency.
  • Automatic pallet wrapper
    The Wulftec SMLPA 200-S automatic stretch wrapper eliminates the manual process needed to attach and cut film.
  • Double pallet handlers
    The Meyer multiple pallet handlers incorporate a shaft guide system which ensures easy handling, improved visibility and exact arm travel.
  • Pallet conveyor
    ProMove, the latest range of Swisslog-Accalon pallet conveyors, features conveyor elements that are light and compact and very stable.
  • Pallet labelling
    Designed for single-, dual- and even three-panel applications, the APL 8000 series is purpose-built for pallet labelling.
  • Pallet runner
    Dermatic has introduced Pallet Runner that combines the density of drive-in systems with the benefits of pallet-flow systems.
  • Hygienic plastic pallet alternative
    The OptiLedge is a robust and hygienic plastic pallet that provides legs for forklift access.
  • Quenching thirsts with special shrinkwrapping
    Shrek 2 Mini Moove six-packs are recognisable due to the colourful Shrek 2 graphics made possible using specialised shrinkwrapping from SMI Pacifica.
  • Non-slip pallet liners and labels
    HOLDTITE products are designed to stabilise loads during transportation. Available in either sheet or label form, the products are coated with a unique non-slip substance that prevents products moving or slipping during transport.
  • Shrink wrappers
    SMI Pacifica 20 series shrink wrappers are designed for volumes of up to 20 packs/min. The systems offer the reliability, smooth running, accuracy and intuitive control of earlier, larger SMI systems.
  • Vacuum system for palletising
    Vuototecnica includes the Octopus system in its range, the answer to the need for operational flexibility for palletising robots and vacuum-operated handling systems. This system allows any object of any shape and kind, except those with excessive transpiration, to be supported without having to change or position suction pads, even when their surface covers only 5% of the entire suction surface; the maximum weight of the load to be lifted will naturally be in proportion to the lifting surface.
  • Non-hydraulic pallet inverter
    King Materials Handling has developed an electromechanical method of opening and closing the clamps and rotating the load to create a non-hydraulic pallet inverter. Auto pressure load sensing, slow start and stop rotation, and a large aperture with a 1500 kg payload are key features.
  • Semi-automatic shrink wrapper
    Clear Pack has released the Model: LST 50 Super semi-automatic shrink wrapper, a machine consisting of an L sealer and shrink tunnel in a single frame.
  • Pallet tank mixer
    Teralba Industries has released a high-performance air-driven mixer for pallet tanks/IBCs.
  • Breathable pallet-stablising stretchfilm
    Reinforced Macroperforated stretchfilm is suitable for palletising products which need transpiration or ventilation. It allows quicker cooling and drying of palletised goods.
  • Continuous motion shrink wrapper
    To complement their S Series medium speed and N Series high speed VEGA Shrink wrappers (360 packs per minute), OCME of Parma Italy have released their "baby", the VEGA X Series, which is capable of operating at up to 30 cycles per minute, in one, two or three lane versions.
  • Automated picking/palletizer
    AUTEFA Automation GmbH have released a unique solution for today's market need for multiple product pallet shipments.
  • Lean unit load solution
    OptiLedge is aimed at transportation and distribution businesses. It is a load carrier which conforms to the size and shape of the goods to be shipped.
  • High-speed shrink-wrap machines
    The Powersleeve Evolution 4 high-speed shrink-wrap machines implement a floating sheath opening, rotary synchronised multi-blade graduated cutting, transfer of the sleeve by ejection and pre-positioning of the packaging by scrolling (simple, double, turned over or not).
  • Pallet dispensers
    King Materials Handling has introduced a range of pallet dispensers with minimal footprint.
  • Automated multiple product pallets
    Autefa Automation GmbH has released a solution for multiple product pallet shipments. As manufacturers are being asked to supply shelf ready, multiple product shipments to retailers, an automated solution has become a high priority for many beverage bottlers.
  • Materials handling pallet
    Brickwood Holdings' Australian dimension (1165 x 1165 mm) plastic pallet contains steel reinforcing that makes it capable of being edge racked with loads up to 1500 kg. It is capable of being used in automatic storage and retrieval systems in major beverage manufacturers and supermarket distribution centres.
  • Palletising gripper system
    The Tepro UniGripper is an intelligent vacuum gripper system that automatically senses the position of products and creates the necessary lifting force where it is needed.
Case Study (9)
  • Optimum lifts safety and productivity for warehousing company
    A national warehousing company sought a solution to a high-risk unloading procedure, where operators had to bend below waist level and above elbow height in order to unpack pallets for sorting.
  • Beverage manufacturer’s innovative approach pays off
    For anyone who grew up in Melbourne, Slades’ home-delivered soft drinks are an institution. The Tan family took over Slades in 2001, turning a business in decline into a thriving enterprise with a progressive and innovative outlook.
  • Heinz-Golden Circle picks single-robot depalletising solution
    Heinz-Golden Circle was looking for a solution to depalletise empty PET bottles from two different-sized pallets simultaneously and provide bottles in single file to two separate filling lines. Scott PHS developed a solution.
  • Ocme palletisers improve logistics for Italian wine cooperative
    Packaging equipment company Ocme recently installed a centralised palletising plant and packing lines for wine cooperative Cavit S.C. in the Trentino region of northern Italy.
  • CHEP finds a sweet logistics solution for Haigh’s Chocolates
    When Haigh’s Chocolates identified a logistics issue with its pallets, it turned to CHEP for a solution. CHEP set up an asset management system to reduce Haigh’s administration workload and, in addition, conducts a pallet count every month for the chocolate manufacturer. The new system saves Haigh’s Distribution Centre Supervisor David Elliot hours each week and ensures the company always has enough pallets on hand for its outgoing goods.
  • Fibre King completes end-of-line packaging for pharmaceutical company
    Pfizer (formerly Wyeth Pharmaceticals) has invested over US$700m in capacity upgrades of its nutritional formula operations in Asia. Australian packaging machinery manufacturer Fibre King secured all the end-of-line packaging work across the three separate projects in Singapore, the Philippines and China. The latest installation at Pfizer China’s Greenfields Plant established four infant formula can and carton lines including a depalletiser, lowerator-air rinser, WAP50 dual layer continuous motion wraparound case packers, WAP25 case packers, and CP50 and CP30R palletisers.
  • Bundaberg Brewed Drinks solves end-of-line packaging challenges
    OCME has successfully installed a Pegasus Robotic Palletiser with manipulator infeed at Bundaberg Brewed Drinks, increasing capacity from 20 to 66 cartons/min.
  • SPC Ardmona palletising system
    When Australian cannery SPC Ardmona switched its palletising system, it found other advantages than just packing more pallets. The new system also opened up opportunities for new business.
  • Robotic multi-line palletising
    Scott Package Handling Systems was selected by Fonterra's Canpac sachet packaging plant in Hamilton to supply a sophisticated multi-line, robotically-operated palletising system that could be operated without staff involvement
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