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Douglas: Cartoner with robotic pick-and-place infeed

Integrated with its Vectra cartoner, Douglas’ robotic pick-and-place infeed eliminates more than 30 star wheel change parts and manual adjustment points, reducing changeover by 20 min for single-serve cup applications.

Douglas Machine Inc.
Jan 27, 2015
Douglas’ robotic pick-and-place infeed with Vectra cartoner
Douglas’ robotic pick-and-place infeed with Vectra cartoner

The dual Fanuc M-2iA Delta robots provide no change in capital investment while gaining valuable production time.

The robotic design allows for greater machine access, improved sanitation, and increased machine efficiency.

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