Fibre King has delivered a custom-designed crate robotic palletising and stretch wrapping solution for a global seafood leader. This project supports the customer's ambitious goals for growth and sustainability, while showcasing Fibre King’s close-on 100 years of innovation in the automation industry.
As a company with a legacy of engineering excellence dating back 98 years, and a leader in crate handling solutions since 2007, Fibre King continues to deliver world-class automated systems. This latest solution integrates two ABB IRB660 palletising robots to service eight production lines, ensuring fast, precise, and reliable operations. Crated products are collated and palletised with custom mechanical grippers capable of handling various crate types. The system’s total combined speed reaches 10 crates per minute, reflecting its capacity to meet high-volume demands efficiently.
Once the pallets are assembled, they are transported by a pallet shuttle conveyor to a capping station where the top layer of crates is automatically secured with lids. This process is completed by an ABB IRB460 robot using a vacuum gripper to ensure that each stack is sealed and protected for transportation. From there, the pallets are transferred to a Fromm stretch wrapper, where they are securely wrapped for shipping, completing a fully automated process from start to finish.
The total pallet throughput of the system is an impressive 17 pallets per hour, highlighting its capacity to keep pace with the rigorous demands of modern production lines.
Commenting on the project, James Windsor, CEO of Fibre King, said, “We are incredibly proud to deliver this fully automated solution for a global seafood leader. This project reflects our commitment to not only enhancing productivity but also supporting sustainable practices.
“By automating key processes like palletising and wrapping, we’re helping our clients reduce waste, optimise energy use, and ultimately lower their environmental footprint, all while boosting output.”
Fibre King says its automated solutions are designed to “future-proof operations and provide long-term value through innovation and efficiency”.
With nearly a century of experience and a proven track record in crate handling solutions, Fibre King is a partner of choice for businesses looking to optimise their operations
