Loading and unloading pallets
Palletising robots for any application
The robots from the Modulpal Pro series provide wealth of options for loading and unloading pallets. You can individually combine each of the modules to suit your requirements. For example, you can create palletising specialists which are extremely quick and gentle on the product or highly flexible or also specialists which meet all these properties at the same time.
At a glance
- Applications:
- Palletisation and depalletisation of returnable crates
- Palletisation of cartons, packs with film and multipacks
- Maximum output: 650 layers per hour
- Maximum layer dimensions: 1,300 x 1,300 millimetres
- Maximum layer weight: 300 kg
- enviro-certified for reduced energy and media consumption
1A = 1 axis
With this system version, the packs are moved vertically. The pre-grouped packs are fed to the palletiser at a high infeed level and guided from four sides until they are positioned on the pallet. The open-top design of the loading station with shutter allows for the optimal insertion of the layer pads.
Load capacity: 300 kg (max. layer weight)
Output (without layer pad handling): Non-returnable packs: Up to 460 layers per hour
1A = 1 axis
With this system version, the packs are moved vertically. The pre-grouped packs are fed to the palletiser at a high infeed level and guided from four sides until they are positioned on the pallet. The open-top design of the loading station with shutter allows for the optimal insertion of the layer pads.
Load capacity: 300 kg (max. layer weight)
Output (without layer pad handling): Non-returnable packs: Up to 460 layers per hour
2A = 2 axes
C = Compact
A layer pusher moves the pre-grouped packs onto the transfer plate. The palletiser is then moved along two axes and sets the layer down on the pallet.
Load capacity: 300 kg (max. layer weight)
Output (without layer pad handling): Non-returnable packs: Up to 340 layers per hour
2A = 2 axes
C = Compact
A layer pusher moves the pre-grouped packs onto the transfer plate. The palletiser is then moved along two axes and sets the layer down on the pallet.
Load capacity: 300 kg (max. layer weight)
Output (without layer pad handling): Non-returnable packs: Up to 340 layers per hour
2A = 2 axes
This version, which moves along two axes, picks up the packs at the grouping station and places them down again on the pallet position. Depending on the gripper system, this variant is suitable for palletising non-returnable and returnable packs, and depalletising returnable packs. A rotating gripper head axis is optionally available.
Load-capacity: 700 kg incl. gripper system
Output (without layer pad handling):
Non-returnable packs: up to 360 layers/h
Returnable packs: up to 500 layers/h depending on the gripper system
2A = 2 axes
This version, which moves along two axes, picks up the packs at the grouping station and places them down again on the pallet position. Depending on the gripper system, this variant is suitable for palletising non-returnable and returnable packs, and depalletising returnable packs. A rotating gripper head axis is optionally available.
Load-capacity: 700 kg incl. gripper system
Output (without layer pad handling):
Non-returnable packs: up to 360 layers/h
Returnable packs: up to 500 layers/h depending on the gripper system
3A = 3 axes
The model 3A can master flexible tasks, both during palletising and depalletising. In addition to the linear lifting axis and a pivoting unit, this Modulpal Pro is also equipped with a rotating gripper head axis.
Load capacity: 700 kg incl. gripper system
Output (without layer pad handling):
Non-returnable packs: up to 360 layers/h
Returnable packs: up to 500 layers/h depending on the gripper system
3A = 3 axes
The model 3A can master flexible tasks, both during palletising and depalletising. In addition to the linear lifting axis and a pivoting unit, this Modulpal Pro is also equipped with a rotating gripper head axis.
Load capacity: 700 kg incl. gripper system
Output (without layer pad handling):
Non-returnable packs: up to 360 layers/h
Returnable packs: up to 500 layers/h depending on the gripper system
2A = 2 axes
P = performance
This version, which moves along two axes, picks up the packs at the grouping station and places them down again on the pallet position. Optimisations in the axis area and in layer handling have made it possible to increase the output compared to the Modulpal Pro 2A. Packing materials can also be handled as an option. The palletiser can also be equipped with a motorised gripper head turning unit.
Load capacity: 300 kg (max. layer weight)
Output (without layer pad handling): Non-returnable packs: Up to 450 layers per hour
2A = 2 axes
P = performance
This version, which moves along two axes, picks up the packs at the grouping station and places them down again on the pallet position. Optimisations in the axis area and in layer handling have made it possible to increase the output compared to the Modulpal Pro 2A. Packing materials can also be handled as an option. The palletiser can also be equipped with a motorised gripper head turning unit.
Load capacity: 300 kg (max. layer weight)
Output (without layer pad handling): Non-returnable packs: Up to 450 layers per hour
3A = 3 axes
P = performance
The 3AP model is very flexible during loading. In addition to the linear lifting axis and a pivoting unit, this Modulpal Pro is also equipped with a rotating gripper head axis. Optimisations in the axis area and in layer handling have made it possible to increase the output compared to the Modulpal Pro 3A.
Load capacity: 300 kg (max. layer weight)
Output (without layer pad handling): Non-returnable packs: Up to 450 layers per hour
3A = 3 axes
P = performance
The 3AP model is very flexible during loading. In addition to the linear lifting axis and a pivoting unit, this Modulpal Pro is also equipped with a rotating gripper head axis. Optimisations in the axis area and in layer handling have made it possible to increase the output compared to the Modulpal Pro 3A.
Load capacity: 300 kg (max. layer weight)
Output (without layer pad handling): Non-returnable packs: Up to 450 layers per hour
1A = 1 axis
D = double column
Quicker palletising performance thanks to multitasking: The Modulpal Pro 1AD consists of two synchronously operating modules: a transfer and a palletising module.
The pre-grouped pack layer firstly enters the transfer module and is moved to the correct transfer height. The palletising module picks it up and positions it onto the pallet. During this entire process, the layer is guided from four sides.
Special features of the Modulpal Pro 1AD:
- No pneumatic components required at all
- Mounted on a stable base frame for quick assembly and more independence from the floor quality
- For high outputs at low level pack infeed
Load capacity: 300 kg (max. layer weight)
Output (without layer pad handling): Non-returnable packs: up to 650 layers/h
1A = 1 axis
D = double column
Quicker palletising performance thanks to multitasking: The Modulpal Pro 1AD consists of two synchronously operating modules: a transfer and a palletising module.
The pre-grouped pack layer firstly enters the transfer module and is moved to the correct transfer height. The palletising module picks it up and positions it onto the pallet. During this entire process, the layer is guided from four sides.
Special features of the Modulpal Pro 1AD:
- No pneumatic components required at all
- Mounted on a stable base frame for quick assembly and more independence from the floor quality
- For high outputs at low level pack infeed
Load capacity: 300 kg (max. layer weight)
Output (without layer pad handling): Non-returnable packs: up to 650 layers/h
Grouping system for non-returnable packs
All Modulpal versions can be combined with the following grouping systems:
- Creates different layer patterns for non-returnable packs
- Processes single-lane or double-lane packs
- Turns and distributes the packs exactly according to the specifications for the pre-programmed layer pattern
- Depending on the required output, one or two modules are employed for layer grouping
- Equipment with parallel kinematic robot (Tripod)
Grouping with flush-grid belt infee
- Servomotor-driven flush-grid belt without spacing device
- Infeed conveyor in flush-grid belt design without spacing device
- Motor-driven pre-grouping station with motor-driven centring unit on both sides
- Internal motor-driven turning unit
Grouping with a roller infee
- Grouping station with infeed roller conveyor in single-lane or double-lane design for non-returnable packs
- Use of spacing devices possible
- Pre-grouping station with plastic flat-top or roller version
- Internal or external turning device
Benefits to you
Freedom of combination and high performance
Depending on the task, all components can be combined with each other flexibly. This results in an optimal machine configuration from low to high output ranges also with a low pack infeed.
Quick start-up
The structure on a stable base frame increases the palletiser’s installation time and makes it also independent from the subsurface.
Maintenance-friendly and noise-protected
The integrated belt drive simplifies maintenance and reduces noise. The system was deliberately constructed with no lubrication systems so that the extent of maintenance could be kept low.
Flexibility and versatility
A large selection of gripper heads enables optimal processing of different pack types and sizes as well as different pallet dimensions.
Sustainability –reduced energy and media consumption
The use of servo motors and energy recovery systems, the extensive omission of compressed air consumers and the use of encapsulated, lifetime-lubricated bearings results in low energy and media consumption.
Economic efficiency
Thanks to the uniform modular component system, handling of several Modulpal Pro versions at a time is especially economical.
High dynamics and accuracy
The servo motor drive system for the axes allows highly dynamic movements and maximum repeat accuracy.
Ease of operation
Depending on the version, the system can change to other sizes semi-automatically or fully automatically. And if jobs arise which require operator intervention, situation-related indicators with graphical instructions allow the machine to be directed intuitively. And if jobs arise which require operator intervention, situation-related indicators with graphical instructions allow the machine to be directed intuitively.
This is why the Modulpal Pro is enviro-classified
- Servo-driven main drive of the energy efficiency class IE4
- Energy recovery via the modular B&R ACOPOSmultidrive system
- Omission of pneumatic drives to a large extent
- Use of enclosed lifetime-lubricated bearings
- Employment of enviro-compliant H1 lubrication grease and oil
- enviro option: Energy measuring package
- enviro option: Leakage detection
This product is enviro classified
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