Smart Robotics offers compact, flexible robotic automation systems for end-of-line packaging and palletizing. Their solutions integrate seamlessly into existing production lines, enabling manufacturers to increase productivity and reduce costs associated with manual labor.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Product
Problem
Many manufacturing operations, particularly in consumer goods, rely on high-volume manual labor for end-of-line packaging and palletizing. This labor-intensive approach can lead to inefficiencies, increased production costs, and challenges in scaling operations to meet demand.
Solution
Smart Robotics provides accessible robotic automation systems designed to address the challenges of manual packaging and palletizing. Their flexible and compact robotic arms are engineered for seamless integration into existing production lines, enhancing productivity in high-volume manual labor environments. The systems are built for ease of use and rapid reconfiguration, allowing businesses to adapt quickly to changing product lines and operational demands. By automating these critical end-of-line processes, Smart Robotics enables manufacturers to achieve greater operational efficiency and a faster return on investment.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes manufacturers in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, as well as companies in the food, beverage, cosmetics, and electronics industries that require automation for packaging and palletizing tasks.
Features
- FANUC industrial robots or collaborative robots (cobots) for diverse automation needs.
- Multi-purpose grippers capable of handling a wide range of product types, from standard cardboard boxes to heavy bags (up to 80 kg).
- High throughput capabilities, with systems achieving up to 16 boxes per minute for palletizing and 13 boxes per minute for case packing.
- Rapid changeover times, allowing for product or configuration shifts in under 2 minutes.
- Standardized tooling and minimal consumable parts to reduce operational overhead.
- Low maintenance requirements with easily replaceable wear parts.
- Compact footprint designed for easy integration into existing workspaces, with options for mobility via forklift.
- Modular system design supporting integration with ancillary equipment such as case sealers and label applicators.
- Extended warranty options up to 5 years with a maintenance contract.