Robobox
The completely modernised grouping system
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Making customers’ dreams come true
There are already 700 Robobox machines* in operation - to the great joy
of their operating companies and machine operators. For the grouping
system does its job with utmost precision and reliability. On the request of
our customers, KRONES developers are remaining faithful to these virtues
in future machine generations – while adding extra doses of power,
flexibility and user-friendliness.
At a glance
New generation of the fully-automatic grouping system
Positive turning and distribution of non-returnable packs
Also ideal for non-carbonated products and lightweight containers
Output of up to 600 layers per hour
Individual adjustment to fit in with the line through
the simple combination of multiple modules
*As of 1/2019
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Construction and method of operation
The packs are fed into the grouping module on one or
4 5 more lanes.
The gripper head is lowered onto the packs and picks
6 them up individually or in groups – depending on the
layer pattern that has been defined.
The guide unit of the gripper head makes it possible to
precisely position the packs in the x and y-direction
and, in the c-axis, to use turning movements to make
adjustments to suit the layer pattern.
Pack grouping with two integrated Robobox modules:
2 1. Pack infeed
2. Spindle for the rail adjustment system –
manually or motor-driven
1
3. Infeed with one or two lanes; the infeed is divided into
4 5 three sections with an accelerating conveyor, stopping
3 conveyor and spacing conveyor
4. Robobox module 1
5. Robobox module 2
6. Pre-grouping area with layer pusher
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Easily accessible control cabinet
The stand-alone control cabinet mounted on one side
guarantees optimum accessibility.
Cables equipped on both sides with Speedtec
connectors
Easily accessible wiring harnesses
Easy access to the air conditioner
Low amount of cabling work required and thus quick
start-up on site
Cabling faults are omitted
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High layer output
The simplified transfer from the pre-grouping station to the
loading station makes it possible to produce up to 600 layers per
hour.
Motion-optimised layer pusher
Servo drive for the transfer unit
Pneumatic activation for raising and lowering the pusher bar
Two-sided linear guide with toothed-belt drive
Optimum accessibility
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Improved axis system
Optimised y-axis
Simplified assembly
Optimisation of load capacity (larger linear guides) y-axis:
Low wear, increased lifetime
SEW drives z-axis
Software update for optimised curves
x-axis
c-axis
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Optimised gripper head
Servo motor-driven parallel lifting gripper
Positive turning and distribution of the packs –
also optimal for non-carbonated products
Magnetic connection of the grippers
Support for handling parts on the fence guarding
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Protective devices in two variants
Space-saving design
Standard features:
Stand-alone Troax fence guarding in pre-grouping area
Protective and safety devices partially mounted
Double-wing doors on one side
Optional variants:
Stand-alone Troax fence guarding in the entire area
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Short change-over times
When? Only needed at very high speed and for palletising special layer patterns!
How? Simple and without tools!
How long? Less than 10 minutes!
Robobox handling parts:
Clamping unit Manual or motorised rail adjustment system
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Benefits to you
The Robobox …
Performs the widest variety of tasks with flexibility – including complex layer
patterns at high speed.
Positively turns and distributes the packs.
Is an excellent choice for non-carbonated products and lightweight containers.
Eliminates interface problems with external rotary media manifolds or turning
units.
Is optimally accessible with its guard doors and optimum design.
Can be converted in less than 10 minutes.
Actively assists the operator in remedying faults.
Only takes up a very small amount of space in the line.
Can be quickly assembled and started up.
Has verified low energy consumption with an enviro certificate.
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Certified ecological efficiency:
machines with enviro label
At Krones, the blue enviro label stands for excellent ecological efficiency. Products that bear the enviro label have proven in
an objective test procedure that they use energy and media efficiently, and that they produce in an environmentally-
friendly way. The requirements are defined by the EME standard that has been developed by the TÜV SÜD (technical
inspection authority) for assessing production plants. The enviro test procedure has also been certified by TÜV SÜD as an
independent expert. Therefore, you can be sure that an enviro label stands for ecological efficiency.
This is why the Robobox is enviro-classified:
It is only used with servo drives of efficiency class IE4
Energy recovery via the modular B&R ACOPOSmulti drive system
Energy measuring package and leakage detection
Omission of pneumatic drives to a large extent
Use of enclosed lifetime-lubricated bearings
Employment of enviro-compliant H1 lubrication grease and oil
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Everything from a single source
Training sessions at the KRONES Academy – trained personnel
increases your line efficiency
The versatile training offer ranges from operation, servicing and
maintenance to management training. We will gladly also
establish your individual training programme.
KRONES Lifecycle Service – partner for performance
Also after having purchased a new machine, KRONES will take
care of your line; the LCS experts are always ready to consult you
and translate your goals and wishes into optimal LCS solutions.
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