By
Sara Pearson Specter
March 18, 2014
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To build mixed pallet loads from an unlimited number of stock keeping units (SKUs), Axium’s (Booth 4823) load palletizer uses an exclusive algorithm, a vision-assisted product orientor, two synchronized robot arms and an automatically adjusting end-of-arm tool. The system attains rates up to 1,750 cases per hour.
Based on CubeIQ software to process orders received from a warehouse management system (WMS), the system first determines the most efficient palletizing sequence based on various criteria (including product weight and dimensions, case strength and stability).
Prior to picking, cases are oriented using a vision-assisted product orientor. Then, two robot arms alternatively pick cases from independent in-feed conveyors and place them on the pallet. The automatically adjusting end-of-arm tool securely transfers products, including closed cartons, totes, open top cartons, shrink-wrapped trays, non shrink-wrapped trays and more.
Loads descend through an integrated stretch-wrapping ring throughout the palletizing process. For constant feed of empty pallets, a dispenser may be added. Optionally, an empty pallet conveyor can also be added.
Modex 2014 is scheduled to be held March 17-20, 2014 in Atlanta’s Georgia World Conference Center. The tradeshow will showcase the latest manufacturing, distribution and supply chain solutions in the material handling and logistics industry. Modern’s complete Modex coverage.
Sara Pearson Specter has written articles and supplements for Modern Materials Handling and Material Handling Product News as an Editor at Large since 2001. Specter has worked in the fields of graphic design, advertising, marketing, and public relations for nearly 20 years, with a special emphasis on helping business-to-business industrial and manufacturing companies. She owns her own marketing communications firm, Sara Specter, Marketing Mercenary LLC. Clients include companies in a diverse range of fields, including materials handing equipment, systems and packaging, professional and financial services, regional economic development and higher education. Specter graduated from Centre College in Danville, Ky. with a bachelor’s degree in French and history. She lives in Oregon’s Willamette Valley where she and her husband are in the process of establishing a vineyard and winery.
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