Drop Packing Machines for Cases and Trays

Drop packing machines are specialized automated systems designed to efficiently pack products into cases or trays. These machines are modular and can be integrated with various downstream packing systems. The machines support a wide range of products, including bags, cartons, bottles, cans, and other containers. They offer compact designs, allowing for efficient use of space in production environments, and feature low maintenance requirements for ease of operation.

Bag-to-Case Packaging Process

Carton Erection and Formation
The process begins with the machine automatically erecting and forming corrugated cartons. This ensures the cartons are ready for the packing process without the need for manual intervention.
Conveying Bags to Staging Area
Incoming bags or pouches are conveyed to a temporary staging area. Here, they are stored briefly before being packed into the cartons.
Layered Drop Packing
Once the products are in the staging area, the drop packer begins placing layers of bags into the carton. The number of layers depends on the product and the required packing arrangement.
Sealing the Carton
After the bags have been placed inside the carton, the carton is transferred to the sealing station, where the top flaps are folded and sealed. The sealing method can use either glue or tape, depending on the specific packaging requirements.

Bottle-to-Case Packaging Process

Carton Erection and Formation
The machine automatically erects and forms the corrugated cartons, preparing them for packing incoming bottles or containers.
Conveying Containers to Staging Area
Bottles, jars, or cans are conveyed to a temporary staging area. These products are organized and queued for packing in the next step.
Container Drop Packing
After staging, the drop packer loads the containers into the carton. The packing pattern depends on the type of container and the desired arrangement inside the carton.
Carton Sealing
Similar to the bag-packing process, the carton is then moved to the sealing station, where the top flaps are folded and sealed using glue or tape.

Machine Features

Modular Integration
Drop packing machines are designed to integrate seamlessly with downstream packing systems. This modularity makes them adaptable to different production line setups.
Compact Design
The machines have a space-efficient design, allowing them to fit into tight production areas while maintaining high levels of operational efficiency.
Low Maintenance
Designed for ease of operation, the machines require minimal maintenance, ensuring long periods of uninterrupted operation.
Sealing Options
The machines offer flexibility in the choice of sealing method, supporting both glue and tape for sealing the cartons, based on the specific packaging requirements.

Applications

Drop packing machines are widely used in various industries, including:

Food and Beverage
For packaging pouches, bags, bottles, and cans.
Consumer Goods
Ideal for packaging a variety of consumer products into cartons or trays.
Pharmaceutical and Healthcare
Used for packing bottles, jars, and other containers in a clean and efficient manner.

Drop packing machines are essential for modern automated packaging operations, providing efficient and reliable solutions for handling a wide range of products. Their compact design, low maintenance requirements, and ability to integrate with other systems make them a valuable addition to any production environment where automated packing is required.