Cycle imbalance
Even when the production line runs quickly, manual inspection, packaging or palletising can limit output and create intermediate stock.
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End-of-Line Robotics and Automation Systems
Manage the complete product flow from the final operation to dispatch with integrated robotics, controls and material handling.
We integrate robotic palletising, carton packing, packaging, labelling, vision inspection and conveyor flows around your target cycle time.
Explore the solution
Bring end-of-line equipment together as one system, with products, data and safety coordinated around a shared cycle target.
Variable product and format
When products, cartons or pallet patterns change, equipment must follow the same recipe and changeover sequence. Uncoordinated changes cause downtime and errors.
Risk of manual handling and delivery
Repetitive lifting, incorrect labels, missing cartons and unsuitable pallet arrangements affect ergonomics, quality and delivery performance together.
Take the product from the final process;
verify it before handing it over for dispatch.
The end-of-line cell manages product arrival, quality status, packaging format and the destination pallet within one recipe context. Each transfer starts when the next machine signals that it is ready, and completion is recorded.
Identify and verify
Product type, direction, quality status and traceability information are checked.
→Pack and label
Carton forming, sealing, labelling and weight checks run in synchronisation.
→Palletise and build layers
Apply the gripper, pallet pattern and layer sequence specified by the product recipe.
→Secure and transfer
The pallet is secured, its identity verified, and it is handed over to the delivery flow.
/ SOLUTION SCOPEFrom mechanics to software,
From mechanics to software,
one responsibility for the complete cycle.
The scope is determined project-specifically based on product geometry, packaging type, cycle target, shift arrangement and acceptance criteria.
Robotic pick-and-place
Product orientation, grouping, sequencing and precise transfer tasks use a gripper suited to the product.
Packing and closing
Carton erecting, product placement, sealing and package verification follow a shared recipe.
Vision and measurement inspection
Presence, orientation, surface, code, weight and dimensional checks support decisions without stopping the line.
Label and code management
Product, package and pallet IDs are matched to the production order; reading and printing results are recorded.
Pattern and gripper engineering
Pallet patterns, layer arrangements, interlayer sheets and end effectors are designed around the load characteristics.
Conveyor, buffer and cell safety
Accumulation, infeed and outfeed transfers, safe access and controlled stops are addressed within one architecture.
/ ENGINEERING INPUTSSize the entire end-of-line cycle,
Size the entire end-of-line cycle,
including the robot.
- 01Product and package profile
Dimension, weight, surface area, deformation, direction and holdable areas are verified with real specimens.
- 02Capacity and buffer
The sustainable cycle is calculated with micro stops, format changes, and downstream waits.
- 03Pallet pattern and gripper
Stability, layer sequence, carrying load and variable format needs are solved in the same mechanical design.
- 04Safety and acceptance
Access, stopping, manual recovery, maintenance and performance tests are defined in the acceptance plan.
From real product data to stable production, Six controlled steps.
- 01Define the product and target.
The product family, packaging, pallet, shift and sustainable cycle goals are clarified.
- 02Measure the flow
Current cycle, waiting, change and error data are observed in the field.
- 03Design the cell.
Model the layout, robot reach, gripper, conveyor, buffer and safety boundaries.
- 04Simulate and test.
Verify bottlenecks, collision limits, recipes and exception scenarios before production.
- 05Install and complete acceptance
Assembly, commissioning, product testing and FAT/SAT acceptance criteria are completed.
- 06Stabilise operation
Operator training, performance monitoring, spare parts and maintenance plan are handed over to the operation.
Where packaging and palletising matter:
different production environments.
Food and beverage
Managing package, box, shrink package and pallet flows with high repeatability.
Pharmaceuticals and cosmetics
Product validation, batch/lot tracking, sensitive packaging and controlled pallet preparation.
Automotive supply industry
Grouping and palletizing of boxes, parts and delivery units according to the recipe.
Consumer and chemical products
Packaging, labeling and preparing for shipment of variable product formats.
Let’s clarify your requirements
with the right engineering team.
Tell us briefly about your operation so we can establish the right next step together.
Discuss your requirements Your request is routed directly to the relevant engineering team.