{"id":7369,"date":"2025-05-29T12:33:37","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T16:33:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=7369"},"modified":"2025-05-29T12:33:37","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T16:33:37","slug":"applied-manufacturing-technologies-introduces-cobot-palletizing-solution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=7369","title":{"rendered":"Applied Manufacturing Technologies Introduces Cobot Palletizing Solution"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Applied Manufacturing Technologies (AMT)<\/a>, a FANUC Level V Authorized System Integrator and North America\u2019s leader in robotics and automation engineering, specializing in advanced material handling, end-of-line solutions, on-demand engineering services, and cutting-edge autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for manufacturing, warehousing and logistics, has introduced a plug-and-play collaborative palletizing<\/a> solution built around the FANUC CRX-30iA robot. The system is designed to solve common labor, safety, and productivity challenges with fast deployment, intuitive operation, and minimal floor space requirements.<\/p>\n

Built for flexibility and ease of use, the cobot palletizing solution allows manufacturers to increase throughput, reduce ergonomic risks, and maintain uptime, even with lean staffing. Unlike off-the-shelf systems, AMT\u2019s solution features a custom-developed user interface (UI) that simplifies setup and empowers end users to create and modify palletizing patterns independently.<\/p>\n

\u201cEase of use was our top priority,\u201d said Ben Kurth, Director of Engineering at AMT. \u201cUsers can quickly input case dimensions, select a pallet pattern, and begin operation: no coding or specialized training needed. That flexibility is a game changer for dynamic production environments.\u201d<\/p>\n

With a 30 kg payload, 1,889 mm reach, and IP67 rating, the FANUC CRX-30iA is an industrial-grade robot<\/a> designed for continuous operation in demanding environments. As a power- and force-limited cobot, it can safely work in close proximity to people without the need for fencing, freeing up valuable floor space and eliminating the costs and complexity of traditional industrial robot cells.<\/p>\n

\u201cCobot technology finally gives manufacturers a way to automate palletizing in places where industrial robots simply won\u2019t fit,\u201d said Kurth. \u201cThis system is ideal for high-mix, low-volume production or facilities with tight space constraints.\u201d<\/p>\n

Starting at $120K, AMT\u2019s palletizing solution typically delivers return on investment in under one year through productivity gains, injury prevention, and operational flexibility. The system is designed to be easily moved between lines, allowing operators to make quick position adjustments and resume palletizing within minutes.<\/p>\n

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