Basket packer for fully recyclable packaging

Achieve high-speed, plastic-free packaging for diverse solid products with optimal inline integration, reducing material waste and enhancing visual branding through fully recyclable carton solutions.

Packs Cans and Bottles with Recyclable Materials

The Polaris Basket Packer by OCME is a state-of-the-art packaging solution designed for high-speed, continuous operations. This machine is engineered to meet the modern demands of eco-conscious production by utilizing 100% recyclable materials. It handles a variety of end-products including canned beverages, glass bottled sauces, PET bottled juices, and more, accommodating the needs of industries such as beverage, food, home, and personal care.

Capable of packing up to 300 baskets per minute, the Polaris operates with an innovative blank feeding system that reduces manual labor, utilizing a robotic blank picking system for seamless integration into existing lines. It employs an electronic selection unit to ensure gentle handling of products, preserving their integrity without contact pressure.

The Polaris offers automated, efficient operations with low glue consumption and an extensive marketing printing area on cartons. Its design simplifies maintenance needs, and its flexibility allows for easy integration into various production environments. Enhanced with options like corrosion-resistant materials, this basket packer is built for durability and compliance with industry standards.

Benefits

  • Enhances operational efficiency by packing at speeds up to 300 baskets per minute.
  • Lowers environmental impact with fully recyclable packaging materials.
  • Minimizes manual labor through an automated blank feeding system.
  • Preserves product quality with non-contact electronic selection, avoiding surface damage.
  • Reduces consumable costs with low glue usage and royalty-free consumables.

General


Applications
Food,Personal care,Beverage,Tissue,Lubricants,Paper,Corrugated,Home
End products
Glass bottled sauces,Corrugated cardboard boxes for packaging,Pet bottled juices,Canned tomatoes,Tissue paper packages,Lubricating oil cans,Canned beverages,Pet bottled detergents,Glass bottled shampoos
Steps before
Beverage filling,Product inspection,Quality control,Product labeling
Steps after
Palletizing,Stretch wrapping,Distribution
Input ingredients
cans,tins,glass bottles,PET bottles,carton blanks
Output ingredients
packaged cans,packaged tins,packaged glass bottles,packaged PET bottles,green basket pack,fully recyclable packaging
Market info
OCME, part of Aetna Group Italy, is renowned for manufacturing innovative, high-quality packaging and material handling solutions, including filling, palletizing, and conveying systems, with a strong reputation for reliability and technological advancement in industrial sectors.

Technical Specifications


Production Capacity
300 baskets per minute
Material Type
100% fully recyclable carton
Automation
Fully automatic blank feeding system
Glue Consumption
Low
Footprint Size
Comparable to similar speed shrinkwrapper
Integration
Automated blank feeding
Product Handling
Electronic selection unit for non-contact
Container Type Compatibility
Cans,PET bottles,glass bottles

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Fully automated
Batch vs. continuous operation
Inline Continuous
Changeover time
Minimal due to design
Cleaning method
Manual / Automated blank feeding
Air incorporation control
Electronic selection unit
Energy efficiency
Optimized for low consumption

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Product type Characteristics


Container type
Cans,Glass bottles,PET bottles
Packaging type
Basket pack

Physical Characteristics


Compact footprint
Footprint comparable to similar speed shrinkwrapper
Discharge method
Basket packer
Automation level
Fully automatic blank feeding system
Control panel type
Automated
Container type
Cans or tins,Glass bottles,PET bottles

Custom Options


Integration possibilities
Fully automatic blank feeding system
Control panel type
Electronic selection unit
Machine footprint
Similar to speed shrinkwrapper
Carry handle integration
Easy handling