Capabilities
Packaging and Palletizing
Specializing in secondary packaging systems, Koops strengthens your packaging line downstream from the initial packing process. From de-palletizers and top-load case packers to high-speed palletizers and accumulation lines, our systems are designed to increase throughput, improve reliability, and adapt to changing production demands. Each solution is fully integrated to align with your upstream processes, plant layout, and long-term operational goals.
Primary Packaging
- Carton Accumulation: Rapid yet gentle transfer of parts from the production line to the accumulator and back to the production line.
- Carton Erecting: Continuous or Indexed Erection of Cartons for different constructions
- Part Presentation: Orientation and Singulation of product for horizontal/vertical loading into cartons
- Insertion: Accurate/fast part loading of products and ability to inspect/test integrity
- Sealing/Labeling: Carton Closing and Carton Marking Solutions (ink, pad, label, laser)
Case Packing
- Case Erection: Automates material flow to improve efficiency and reduce manual transport
- Primary Pack Presentation: Bag/Carton/Blister Handling and presentation for case loading
- Case Loading: Installation of primary packs into cases using mechanical or vacuum grip technologies
- Sealing/Labeling: Case Sealing (tape/glue) and case labeling (inkjet, label print/apply)
Palletizing
Our palletizing automation solutions deliver flexible, high‑speed end‑of‑line systems that efficiently organize, pick, and place cases or full layers while supporting slip sheet handling and integrated pallet storage and shipping options for optimized warehouse and distribution operations.
- Layer Forming of Cases: Organization of Cases using flexible/hard solution for full layer palletizing
- Case, Grouping, or Layer Pick and Place: Palletizing robot(s) that will pick anything from an individual case to a full layer.
- Slip Sheet Handling: Palletizing solutions with or without Slip Sheet installation
- Pallet Store/Ship Options: Options include stretch wrappers, hooders, banders, label applicators, upstackers, ASRS, AGV/AMR
De-Palletizing
Our de‑palletizing automation solutions efficiently break down pallets by removing slip sheets and trays and can run multiple SKUs to support high‑speed material flow, flexible downstream processing, and optimized variety pack preparation in food and beverage operations.
- De-Layering of Pallets: Breaking down layers robotically with mechanical or vacuum gripping technology
- Slip Sheet/Tray Handling Options: Robotic removal of slip sheets and/or trays that will pick anything from an individual case to a full layer.
- Pallet Handling: Palletizing solutions with or without Slip Sheet installation
- Variety Pack Prep: Organizing multiple SKU’s from depal to palletizing
Software
KStack - RP Series Palletizers
The KStack RP Series palletizers are engineered to give operators complete control over pallet configuration without the need for complex programming. Designed for flexibility and ease of use, these systems empower your team to quickly adapt to changing production demands.
With an intuitive HMI interface, users can easily copy, modify, or create new pallet patterns in real time. A built-in visual display provides clear insight into end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) positioning and product placement, helping ensure accuracy and consistency across every load. Operators can seamlessly control pick-and-place sequences, including multiple drop positions and product orientations. No PLC or robot programming required.
Key Benefits:
- De-Layering of Pallets: Breaking down layers robotically with mechanical or vacuum gripping technology
- Slip Sheet/Tray Handling Options: Robotic removal of slip sheets and/or trays that will pick anything from an individual case to a full layer.
- Pallet Handling: Palletizing solutions with or without Slip Sheet installation
- Variety Pack Prep: Organizing multiple SKU’s from depal to palletizing
KForm RPL Series Palletizers
The KForm RPL Series palletizers deliver the same intuitive control and flexibility, with added capabilities tailored for case handling and visual presentation. These systems are ideal for operations that require both efficiency and attention to product display. Through the HMI, operators can quickly build or modify pallet patterns while viewing clear visual representations of case positions and orientations.
Key Benefits:
- User-friendly HMI for pattern creation and modification
- Visual case orientation and placement tools
- Flexible control of layers, sheets, and speeds
- Billboarding capability for enhanced product presentation
- No PLC or robot programming required
Packaging can be a repetitive and daunting process, which could be a perfect place to add automation. Koops can simplify the process by utilizing a myriad of solutions, including box erectors, baggers, heat sealers, flow wrappers, labelers, etc., as well as custom-designed gantry robot units.
Our palletizing robotic systems can be designed to pick from single or multiple outfeed lines and palletized to one or multiple pallets depending on product specifics. In collaboration with FANUC Robotics, Koops utilizes palletizing-specific robots and palletizing software for a cost-effective, yet robust, solution to meet your needs.
