Strain, speed, various formats… We’ll review everything to help you make the right decision — and avoid false promises.
Is Palletizing Automation Relevant for You?
Automating palletizing means relieving operators of repetitive tasks, improving safety... and often, gaining efficiency. But is it really the right choice in your context? The real question isn't "Can I automate?", but "When and how should I do it to make it cost-effective?"
At Automation & Services, we help you make an informed decision by analyzing the following points:
1. Strain: When should you robotize?
Repeatedly lifting more than 15 kg? Occupational medicine recommends avoiding it. And if you add rotation movements, height, or high speed... the physical strain becomes significant. A robotic cell eases the burden on your teams, reduces risks related to repetitive movements, and improves their daily work life.
2. Palletizing Plans: Standard or Multi-format?
Do you always palletize the same format, or is your production varied? Do you have a fixed schema, or many different references? The more variations, the more complex automation can seem — but solutions exist. Thanks to industrial vision and adaptable tools, flexibility is now accessible.
3. Installation: Do you have enough space?
A robotic cell isn't just an articulated arm. It involves a safety area, access for maintenance, sometimes a conveyor or wrapping system. Having well-thought-out space is essential. We assess your actual environment to propose a compact, efficient, and compliant solution.
4. Which Technology: Cobot, Robot, or Linear Axis?
It’s not for you to adapt to the technology — it's the technology that should meet your needs. And your application should guide this choice. A cobot might seem appealing (no barriers, "friendly" image), but it’s quickly limited if you need to lift 10 kg flour bags every 5 seconds. Conversely, a simple linear axis might suffice in some configurations. Our role: to recommend the simplest, most effective, and cost-efficient solution.
5. Return on Investment: Is it really worth it?
Yes, a robotic cell represents an initial investment. But by freeing your operators from arduous tasks and assigning them to higher-value missions, you create value. Result: a ROI typically achieved in 2 to 3 years, not counting indirect benefits (reduction in accidents, better quality, more regular flow...).
6. What happens after palletizing?
Once the pallet is complete, what happens next? Is it wrapped? Evacuated? Stored? The downstream flow is too often forgotten at the start, while it can become a bottleneck. We integrate it from the study phase.
🎯 The A&S Method: Evaluate, Simulate, Recommend
Our approach is simple: we come on-site, take the right measurements, observe your flows, and offer you a realistic simulation — with plan, gripper, speed, estimated ROI... You’ll have all the information you need to decide.
🎥 Bonus: A Simulation Video
To visualize it all, here’s a concrete example of a robotic cell:
Have doubts about the relevance of a robotic cell in your workshop?
Contact us for a free, no-obligation simulation. We’ll let you know whether it’s worth it — or not.