End-of-Line & Palletizing

Sanitary Pick & Place

Main function

The sanitary Pick & Place system is an automated robotic cell designed to pick products moving on a conveyor and place them precisely into a target configuration (tray, carton, case, or other support).

Based on a robot + vision system + adapted end-of-arm tooling architecture, it identifies the position and orientation of products, gently picks them, and places them in a repeatable configuration synchronized with the line speed. This type of solution improves productivity, precision, and consistency in repetitive handling operations on automated production lines.

Typical applications

· Automated loading of products into trays, cartons, or cases
· Unloading or grouping of products at the output of processing or packaging operations
· Sorting, orienting, or grouping of individual food products
· Handling fragile products requiring gentle gripping

Key benefits

· Gentle and hygienic handling: Sanitary architecture and adapted grippers allow the handling of sensitive food products without damage.
· High speed with repeatable precision: Pick & place robots execute fast and consistent cycles, ensuring reliable product positioning unit after unit.
· Multi-product flexibility: Format changes can be performed through programming or quick gripper changeover to accommodate multiple product references.
· Dynamic synchronization with conveyors: Operation with conveyor tracking and vision systems allows picking products in motion without interrupting product flow.
· Improved ergonomics and operational efficiency: Automation of repetitive tasks reduces manual handling and increases production stability.

Technical specifications

  • Technologies Pick & place robots with industrial vision
  • Integrated brands Delta, Storcan, others depending on application
  • Frame Stainless steel sanitary frame with washdown-compatible design
  • Throughput Variable depending on robot, product, and configuration, suitable for high-speed lines
  • Control & Automation PLC / HMI integration, conveyor synchronization, vision system, MES / ERP communication
  • Available options Custom end-of-arm tooling (vacuum, mechanical grippers), multi-product handling, quick changeover, multi-robot cells

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