Case Forming
- Cartons or cases are erected and transported to the robot cells
- The system initiates the packing process by placing the products into these cases.
Product Transfer
- In a robotic case packing system, products are automatically transferred into the robotic cell via conveyor belts or sorting mechanisms.
- These products are then queued for packing.
Robotic Packing
- The robot arm picks the product from the conveyor and accurately places it inside open cases.
Case-Coding
- Once the products are correctly packed, shipping barcodes are automatically applied to the case via an inkjet or thermal transfer printer
Case Sealing
- Conveyor inserts filled cases into case sealer, which are then automatically closed and sealed with tape, completing the packaging process.
Benefits
Labor Reduction
- Labor is increasingly more expensive AND more difficult to find. You can achieve equal or better pack-rates, but with no manual labor involved
Safety
- Operators no longer at risk of RSI (repetitive strain injury) and RMI (repetitive motion injury)
- Enclosures and safety guards around moving components
Flexibility
- Programmable to run multiple products varying in shapes, sizes, and pack patterns
- Can be programmed to handle gentle products to prevent damage when handling
- Custom-layout around existing production line
- Can handle various primary packages, such as thermoformed packs, clamshells, flow-wrapped packages, MAP trays, vacuum skin packs, and more.
Accuracy + Consistency
Sensors and precise algorithms guarantee meticulous product positioning within cases, resulting in reduced product damage, enhanced quality, and a lowered risk of recalls
Maintenance
Summit’s robotic systems are designed to have minimal maintenance requirements over the life of the equipment, compared to conventional machinery
