HAVER & BOECKER has launched the AMICUS^® DEPAL Edition and AMICUS^® PAL Edition. The robotic depalletizer and palletizer complement and completely automate packing lines from empty to full bags, enhancing productivity and safety for customers.

“Robots improve the efficiency of processes, provide more work capacity, and create a stable, reliable, and safe packing cycle. The AMICUS — which is the Latin word for ‘friend’ — complements existing packing lines,” said Bernhard Pagenkemper, Chief Sales Officer at HAVER & BOECKER Machinery Division. “The advanced technology increases efficiency by precisely handling the bags, drums and other materials, leading to less downtime due to manual processes and required monitoring by employees.”

The AMICUS DEPAL utilizes image recognitio,n which allows the DEPAL to detect bag bundles quickly and effectively, then securely grip them using the unique End of Arm Tool (EOAT) developed by HAVER & BOECKER before transferring them from the pallet to the automatic bag placer, seamlessly integrating with an existing packing line. When paired with a packing machine and bag applicator, the DEPAL offers an output of up to 6,000 bags per hour. The end-of-arm tool is both effective and versatile with the ability to grip unstrapped empty bag bundles of 15-20 bags and accommodate different bag sizes without the need for a tool change.

The AMICUS DEPAL offers a compact design allowing for easy integration to any packing line, even those with limited space. Setup requires little downtime and therefore can be completed quickly. In addition to providing increased precision, the DEPAL is easy to operate and simple to maintain, resulting in enhanced efficiency and increased uptime.

Continuing HAVER & BOECKER’s focus on end-to-end automation, the AMICUS PAL robotic palletizer completes the packing/filling process by taking the filled bags, pails, canisters and drums and stacks them on a pallet. The smart HMI allows for intuitive adaptation to customer containers and pallet sizing, saving time and boosting efficiency. Its capacity, flexibility for palletizing various products and space saving form make it a popular choice for a wide range of operations. The end of arm tool is adapted to your container type and production needs. HAVER & BOECKER offers optional slip sheet, film and pallet magazines for the PAL.

The PAL seamlessly integrates with HAVER & BOECKER’s full line of bulk packing equipment to provide customers with a tailored solution and full system integration. Custom-built tools are available for specific customer applications. Like the DEPAL, the PAL can work with two packing machines at the same time. The PAL can also be configured to work seamlessly with a variety of packing machines, making it an automation solution for any plant.