ROBOTIC PALLETISER

With the advances of robotics in the 21st century, it is no surprise that many industrial processing companies are turning towards the use of a robotic palletizer (picking and placing device).  The obvious benefit is an improved efficiency and therefore greater profit.  The investment in a robotic palletiser system typically results in over 20% increase in production.  This is just one of the many robotic applications TSM Houston is a KUKA distributor that specializes in, including water-jet cutting, press-tending, and entertainment applications. 

A high-end robotic palletiser can combine robot versatility with the high speed of inline systems, promising users the best of both worlds.  A robotic pattern forming section replaces the large assortment of devices, change parts and adjustments necessary to form diverse patterns in standard palletising techniques.  The robotics have been specially modified to approach the high speed performance of conventional palletisers.

With robot ‘intelligence’, product changeovers are nearly instant and new patterns can be programmed at mouse-point, using intuitive graphic software.  Generally, the robotic palletiser will accept a wide range of dimensions and weights.

Based on the robotic palletiser’s ease of operation, flexibility and repeatability, it can become a key factor in a plants ability to achieve the objectives of their project.  The only requirement is having a trained systems integrator on staff with a background in robotics. 

The preliminary difference in cost of the two systems (robotic vs. non-robotic) is rapidly moderated by the repeatability, the accuracy, the handling of the products and the reduction in ongoing operating costs.  The robotic palletiser is a clear win, and an obvious choice.