Westfalia Technologies, Inc.
York, PA 17402
Oct 14, 2009 Utilizing 4 x 4 pack pattern, Fractional Quart Carton Caser packs quart (1 L), pint (500 mL), and ½ pint (250 mL) cartons. Servo control load head adjusts to various fractions of quart size cartons, is height adjustable, and comes with dual in-feed carton conveyors, case conveyor, and line breaks. Constructed of stainless steel, caser suits wet environments found in dairy and beverage facilities. Options include conveyor extensions and motor controls for incoming conveyors.

Schneider Packaging Equipment Co., Inc.
Brewerton, NY 13029 0890
Aug 14, 2009 Designed to pack rigid cases, bags, cartons, or trayed products, Model HVCP utilizes FANUC robotic arms with HMI to facilitate changeover and eliminate programming. System can orient product vertically, horizontally, or combination of both, with press of button. Positive case erection optimizes system tolerance to case variations, while open design allows access for jam recovery, and standard Ethernet port enables remote monitoring and diagnosis.

Standard-Knapp, Inc.
Portland, CT 06480
Jun 26, 2009 Powered by servo motor, Versatron Active Product Transport (APT) is designed for high-speed packing of non-round and difficult-to-handle containers. APT technology pulls products into the packing area, eliminating line pressure and avoiding jams in packaging process, and beaded lane guide eliminates friction as containers are carried along conveyor belt to help avoid locking/shingling. Also, integral sensors detect number of bottles to ensure each case is packed properly.

Econocorp. Inc.
Randolph, MA 02368
Jun 15, 2009 Measuring 60 x 32 in., ECONOSEAL E-System 2000 provides solution for automatic, horizontal cartoning at up to 1,500 cartons/hr. System handles cartons ranging from 1 x ¾ x 2 ½ in. to 12 x 4 x 12 in., and accommodates both paperboard and corrugated material. Machine erects all cartons on single product loading station, closes all end flaps using glue seal end or tuck closure methods, and automatically discharges completed cartons for next operation.

ESS Technologies, Inc.
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Jun 09, 2009 Requiring 17 ft 1 in. x 7 ft 7 in. area, system integrates Bergami Model K 15 Horizontal Case Packer capable of packing up to 15 cases/min with ESS Robotic Mini Palletizer Cell, which handles up to 30 cases/min. K 15 case discharge conveyor integrates directly into infeed of ESS Robotic Mini Palletizer Cell, where FANUC robot with vacuum or gripper style end-of-arm tooling picks one or more cases from conveyor and places them on pallet in pre-programmed pattern.

Motion Controls Robotics
Fremont, OH 43420
Jun 09, 2009 Using 6-axis robot, Robotic Case Packer automatically packs stacked, upright, inverted, or horizontal bottles into plastic/film lined or standard corrugated pre-erected cases. It has interchangeable tooling that is adjustable for wide range of product sizes and pick positions, and includes operator pendant for recipe management and error reporting. Double Case Packer can pack 2 different style bottles and cases simultaneously from 2 separate lines.

Bosch Packaging Technology
New Richmond, WI 54017
May 14, 2009 Featuring modular design, CUT 150 facilitates packaging of vials, bottles, blister sachets, and pillow packs or inserts. Universal screw feeders and pick-and-place feeding achieve output of 450 packages/min. For production security, machine includes track and trace system for mass serialization with 2D matrix code, which allows identification and traceability of folding box and content. One machine combines track-in, hot- melt-, safety-, and combined closure folding box modules.

Douglas Machine
Alexandria, MN 56308 3399
Mar 31, 2009 Capable of increasing case packing production speeds to 60 cycles/min, depending on product, rack open divider placing technology maintains control of divider from when it is picked from magazine until it is placed between products. Control ensures accurate blank placement between products for smooth, continuous, and uninterrupted machine operation. Requiring only one magazine per divider placer, solution also features quick-attach replacement heads and tool-free changeovers.

Bosch Packaging Technology
New Richmond, WI 54017
Nov 21, 2008 Capable of speeds to 90 cartons/min, TSC-090 seals and closes top-loaded, tri-seal paperboard cartons. Inline process closes top lid and major/minor flaps after gluing, while maintaining carton in single forward motion without turning. In addition to continuous positive carton control throughout closing process, machine integrates feeding belts for smooth operation and servo-controlled machine adjustments for accuracy. Changeover between size parts is achieved in 15 min.

Bradman-Lake, Inc.
Charlotte, NC 28273
Oct 30, 2008 Designed to automatically form, top load fill, and close RSC and HSC style corrugated cases within one frame, AX Case Packer incorporates advanced design electronic motion control technology using combination of robotics and servo motor drives. Machine can form, fill, and seal up to 120 cartons/min and up to 12 cases/min, depending upon shape and size of products involved. Carton in case format can be varied to customer specification by using modular infeed design.

MG America
Fairfield, NJ 07004
Oct 06, 2008 Operated with PC-based control, GTL30 case packer incorporates servo-motors for main machine movements. It features operator touchscreen interface, balcony design for ease of cleaning and maintenance, and requires no change of parts for different case sizes. Pre-arranged for integration to supervisory control systems, unit delivers case erection from loading to machine discharge.

R.A. Jones & Co. Inc.
Covington, KY 41017
Sep 29, 2008 Available in right and left hand configurations, Meridian IM Cartoners feature 9 or 12 in. centers with speeds of 53 and 45 cpm, respectively. Carton sizes range from 4-8 in. x ½-6 in. x 4.5-12 in. with 9 in. center machine, and 4-11 in. x ½-6 in. x 4.5-12 in. with 12 in. center model. Standard features include Allen Bradley ControlLogix controls and Kinetix drives, color touch-screen HMI, servo-driven flap closers, Nordson Pro-Blue 7 hot melt glue system, and straight-in bucket conveyor.

Douglas Machine
Alexandria, MN 56308 3399
Apr 30, 2008 Featuring walk-in frame construction for maximum accessibility, Continuous Motion Axiom® DL Case/Tray Packers gently load products onto case or tray blank at speeds to 55 cases/trays per minute. Electronic motion controls ensure repeatable changeovers, while Slipstream(TM) pinless metering eliminates traditional metering pins. Smartrak® Steady Stream Infeed prevents product bridging and removes gaps that compromise pack pattern accuracy and continuous product flow.

Schneider Packaging Equipment Co., Inc.
Brewerton, NY 13029 0890
Apr 22, 2008 Able to accumulate, erect, pack, and seal, VCP-20 is suited for lower rate applications up to 20 cases/min. It uses servo-controlled motion for smooth handling and can be designed to pack cases from 7-24 in. long and 4-18 in. wide. As conveyed product reaches bottom load case packer, servo mechanism pushes product from conveyor to construct pack pattern that is loaded into waiting case. Simultaneously, packer selects and erects cases and then folds and seals flaps.

3M Company / Packaging Systems Division
St. Paul, MN 55144
Mar 11, 2008 Suited for operations currently taping boxes by hand, 3M-Matic(TM) a70 features 4-belt drive for optimal traction and consistent sealing of uniformly sized RSCs. Unit includes 3M(TM) AccuGlide(TM) Taping Head 2+ for low-impact application of tape from 36-48 mm wide. Machine handles carton sizes from 6-21.5 in. wide, 4.75-21.5 in. high, and up to 65 lb.

A-B-C Packaging Machine Corp.
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 4137
Dec 06, 2007 Built with independent sealing modules for tape and hot melt adhesive application, Model 436 top case sealer can handle up to 50 cases/minute. Measuring 10 ft long, it features stainless steel frame, welded/bolted construction, and roller compression wheels. Pacer belt infeed accepts cases spaced or back to back and times them at correct intervals into sealer, while cast aluminum flap folders gently close outer flaps to form square cases.

Douglas Machine
Alexandria, MN 56308 3399
Dec 03, 2007 Operating at rates to 25 cases/trays per minute, Invex® can handle range of products due to integrated servo controls that promote smooth, quiet operation while minimizing maintenance time and jams. Controls also promote recipe-driven changeover and startup efficiency. Operator/technician can pinpoint root cause of problems through HMI, while OMAC Packaging Guidelines standards-based connectivity and IEC conforming software structure make this machine PackML- and PackTags-ready.

Cermex Inc.
Norcross, GA 30071
Nov 30, 2007 Measuring 8 ½ x 6 ½ ft with optional labeling system, Model SW can erect, load, and seal cases. Unit features stainless steel frame, ergonomic corrugated magazine with 34 in. infeed level, and collating systems adapted to nature, shape, and rigidity of product. Depending on products, side-loading machine can process up to 18 cases/min. AB Compact Logix and PV 1000+ colored touch screen are standard and can interface with plant management systems.

Standard-Knapp, Inc.
Portland, CT 06480
Nov 21, 2007 Designed to handle range of tablock case types, Slitter/Sealer features continuous motion design suitable for food and beverage industries. Pitch adjustment employs servo motors and variable drive controls to ensure precise timing and eliminate operator error, while infeed design provides positive product timing. Able to achieve speeds of more than 100 cases/min, machine features stainless steel rust-proof frame and ergonomically designed touch screen control panel.

3M Adhesives & Tapes Div.
St. Paul, MN 55144 1000
Nov 20, 2007 Featuring 4 belts for positive traction and pneumatic station to keep cases centered, 3M-Matic(TM) Random Case Sealer r70 automatically adjusts to width (6-21.5 in.) and height (4.75-21.5 in.) of carton. It seals up to 15 different case sizes per minute and is equipped with 3M(TM) AccuGlide(TM) Taping Head 2+, which provides low-impact sealing that protects cases. Machine is designed for use with full range of 36-48 mm Scotch® Box Sealing Tapes.