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Logistics: Stacking up to demands

Beverage companies are keeping up with the rapid pace of the distributing industry with the help of robotic palletizing systems. No more heavy lifting is required, as palletizing and depalletizing with robotic systems enables faster turnaround and streamlined logistics.

How Palletizers Stack Up

Palletizing has become essential to the distribution of virtually every product. This article discusses robotic palletizers, depalletizers and other varieties of palletizing systems. Read on to select the right palletizers for your operations. Case palletizers, bag palletizers and more are discussed.

Proven Palletizing Technologies Reduce Labor Cost and Increase Uptime

Mission Bell Wineries achieved success after switching to a Columbia High Level palletizer. The company, which produces popular wines like Robert Mondavi, was able to reduce labor cost while increasing output. Columbia’s HL4000 palletizing system proved to be reliable, virtually maintenance-free and integrated seamlessly into the winery’s packaging system. 

Vanquishing Downtime – Pack Expo Article

An article discussing points from the Pack Expo 2008. The expo emphasized the need for short changeover and quick processing. Columbia Palletizing is mentioned for the palletizing systems which create streamlined packaging processing through robotic palletizing, depalletizers and end effectors.

Beast of Burden: Palletizers are the unsung heroes of the packaging line

An article outlining the essential role palletizers play in the packaging line. Palletizers enable a packaging operation to flow smoothly, quickly and efficiently. Whether robotic or conventional palletizers, cases can be palletized into various configurations for compact and durable loads. Palletizers can also accessorize loads with slip sheets and other protection to keep moisture out and products safe.

Transfer Stations Enable Dual-Pallet Systems

Columbia Machine Inc. has created a load transfer station which allows for transfer of palletized loads between pallets. This load transfer system allows for maximum convenience as the forklift operator can stay in the truck while the system transfers up to 50 loads per hour.