High-performance distribution and combining system

Streamline your packaging operations with a versatile system designed for flexible product handling, ensuring seamless integration of diverse pack formats while minimizing material and energy use.

Combines and Distributes Packs in Packaging Lines

The Innopal RC Robot Combiner from KHS GmbH revolutionizes packaging operations by merging and distributing packs with precision. This flexible robot-based system enhances high-demand production lines by effortlessly handling a variety of pack types for beverage, food, and non-food products. Known for its low-maintenance and robust performance, the Innopal RC operates with a positive-fit method, guaranteeing operational reliability and gentle pack handling.

Utilizing advanced robotics, the system ensures fully automatic, seamless changeovers, minimizing downtime while optimizing material and energy use—ideal for industries focused on sustainability. With a compact design, it saves valuable floor space and integrates seamlessly within existing packaging lines, supported by KHS’s renowned engineering expertise. Customizable to meet specific processing needs, the Innopal RC ensures compatibility with a range of packaging materials and configurations, bolstering efficiency across the supply chain.

Benefits

  • Streamlines packaging operations with fully automated and flexible processes.
  • Reduces maintenance needs with its low-wear, robust design.
  • Optimizes space utilization with its compact and efficient layout.
  • Ensures consistent product handling, minimizing material waste and energy consumption.
  • Facilitates rapid changeovers, increasing production line efficiency and uptime.

General


Applications
Food,Beverages,Liquid food,Wine,Milk,Nonfood,Iced tea,Spirits,Still water,Homecare products,Juice,Soft drinks,Beer,Sparkling wine
End products
Mineral water,Dairy milk,Shampoo,Detergents,Soda water,Lager beer,Apple juice,Orange juice,Almond milk,Prosecco,Lemon iced tea,Merlot wine,Tomato sauce,Carbonated soft drinks,Vodka
Steps before
Syrup preparation,Sugar dissolving,Ingredient mixing,Container design
Steps after
Packing,Labeling,Secondary packaging
Input ingredients
PET bottles,plastic containers,recyclable materials,film packaging,paper,cardboard
Output ingredients
packed beverages,liquid food,homecare products packaging,secondary packaging,variety pack
Market info
KHS is known for manufacturing innovative filling and packaging systems for the beverage, food, and non-food industries, renowned for their engineering expertise, high-quality standards, and sustainable solutions in ensuring efficient production processes.

Technical Specifications


Automation
Fully automatic
Operational Reliability
High degree
Maintenance
Low-maintenance
Energy Efficiency
Reduced consumption
Capacity
Up to 132,000 containers/h (cans)
Space Requirement
Space-saving
Product Changeover
Fully automatic
Functional Safety
Maximum

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Robotic arm with articulated,positive-fit operation
Integration capabilities
Integrates with packaging lines and systems
Automation level
Fully automatic
Maintenance requirement
Low-maintenance system
Energy efficiency
Reduces energy consumption
Product changeover
Fully automatic changeovers
Reliability
High operational reliability
Sustainability
Minimizes packaging material usage
Flow operation
Inline continuous
Process adaptability
Flexible,future-oriented

Material Compatibility


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

Product type Characteristics


Container size
Glass / PET

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Space-saving
Control panel type
Touchscreen / PLC
Discharge method
Automated / Robot-arm
Compact footprint
Yes
Design
Uniform robot concept

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI/PLC
Integration possibilities
Industry 4.0/IoT
Pack configuration
Diverse packaging formats
Handling systems
Tethered caps/Handle systems
Container design
Lightweight/Recyclate
Robot technology type
Articulated,positive-fit