Depalletizer

Automated Production Systems' (New Freedom, PA) new depalletizer uses soft start/soft stop motors for increased container stability and improved line efficiency.

Apr 30, 1997

It handles cans, empty plastic and glass containers at speeds up to 2ꯠ containers/min. Options include automatic top frame and tier sheet removal, side or center container discharge conveyors, and remote operator control stations with touchscreen diagnostics.

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