In addition to this, older systems were also earmarked for replacement. Another reason for greater automation was the lack of space available. The solution considered was jointed-arm robots with short cycle times, long reach, repeatability, flexibility, high payload capacity and gentle handling.
TINE invested in three
KUKA KR 180 PA palletizing robots, which can load a combined total of
1,000 to 1,200 pallets a week. This corresponds to ten pallets an hour.
The robot grippers can each be controlled as two additional robot axes.
The resulting adjustability of the end-effectors means that all of the
products in the filling lines can be handled. The jointed-arm robots
palletize milk-based soft drinks, UHT and fresh milk, and desserts.
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