Robotic layer grouping system for container distribution

Streamline your packaging line with precise, high-speed container grouping and layer formation, ensuring consistent and reliable processing for various beverage and liquid food products.

Groups and Palletizes Containers with Precision

The Innopal RG from KHS Group is a specialized robotic system designed for precise container grouping and palletizing across beverage, food, and non-food sectors. Its modular design allows for exceptional flexibility, using servo-motorized gripper heads to accommodate various packaging styles, such as Carton Nature Pack and Nature MultiPack. The system excels in forming accurate layer patterns, making it ideal for high-speed and automated production lines. You can seamlessly integrate the Innopal RG with any KHS palletizer, enhancing your line’s efficiency.

Capable of continuous operation, the Innopal RG ensures gentle yet reliable product handling through KHS’s proven infeed concept. Suitable for applications ranging from beer and soft drinks to liquid foods and homecare products, it manages quick product changeovers with minimal format parts. With options for up to three robots, this system provides maximum grouping performance while minimizing maintenance due to its durable construction and low noise emissions. Connected to KHS’s Remote Diagnostic Service, it maintains high uptime and operational reliability.

Benefits

  • Enhances production line efficiency with precise container handling and accurate layer formation.
  • Reduces maintenance needs through a robust design with low noise emissions.
  • Increases operational flexibility with quick product changeovers and minimal spare parts requirements.
  • Ensures continuous operation and high uptime via Remote Diagnostic Service connectivity.
  • Safeguards product integrity with gentle, reliable conveying and positive-fit, servo-motorized grippers.

General


Applications
Food,Beverages,Liquid food,Wine,Milk,Nonfood,Iced tea,Spirits,Still water,Homecare products,Juice,Soft drinks,Beer,Sparkling wine
End products
Carbonated beverages,Mineral water,Dairy milk,Champagne,Chardonnay wine,Canned soup,Green iced tea,Orange juice,Soy milk,Cola,Pilsner beer,Liquid soap,Dishwashing liquid,Vodka
Steps before
Container design,Secondary packaging,PET bottle production,Labeling,Beverage processing
Steps after
Palletizing,Loading onto trucks,Storage,Distribution
Input ingredients
PET bottles,plastic containers,standard packaging systems,shrink packs,carton,Nature Pack,Nature MultiPack
Output ingredients
layer patterns,container distribution,grouped packs,palletized products
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


Accuracy
High precision layer formation
Automation
Servo-motorized
Capacity
Varies with line capacities
Modular Design
Up to three robots
Product Changeover
Quick with few format parts
Connection Compatibility
Any available KHS palletizer
Layer Formation
Practically limitless patterns
Noise Emissions
Low noise
Machine Operation
21” HMI panel

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
PLC / SCADA
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
Changeover time
Quick product changeovers
CIP/SIP
Remote Diagnostic Service for production and line availability
Cleaning method
Product-specific gripper heads
Energy efficiency
Low noise emissions

Material Compatibility


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

Product type Characteristics


Packaging type
Carton Nature Pack,Nature MultiPack

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact design
Modular design
Up to three robots
Control panel type
21” HMI panel
Discharge method
Robot grouping
Machine access
Open design
Gripper head
Servo-motorized with crash protection

Custom Options


Control panel type
21” HMI panel
Integration possibilities
Connectable with any KHS palletizer
Gripper head technology
Servo-motorized,positive-fit gripper head
Modular design
Expandable up to three robots
Remote Diagnostic Service
Standard connection