The task was to automate the bulk bagging of measuring scoops for infant formula. The brief was to deliver scoops from an injection moulding module and to feed these directly into the bagging area with no human involvement. Our focus was to speed up and to remove risk from a previously arduous and inconsistent manual process.
The bulk packed bags of scoops are then sent to a laboratory for checking before being added to infant formula tins.
An important factor therefore was that we were to create a sample scoop in a separate, but attached, plastic pocket.
The injection moulding machines incorporate a gantry 3 axis robot to pick scoops and to present to a hopper above the bagging system.
Product is packed into 70-micron bags which are picked and presented from the bag drawer. Bags are heat sealed and the machine takes a representative sample of product packed by sealing scoop into a secondary pocket above the bag seal of the packed production, the sealed bag then drops onto the outfeed conveyor.
In 2019, Ian McDowell the MD, requested 2 machines as ‘proof of concept’ for his Rolleston factory operation.
So successful was the trial, he added a further 5 machines to the Hamilton plant.
Seamless integration of modules – in this case Injection Moulding and bagging – is totally in our wheelhouse and we love to see these types of projects come to life.
We have found RML to be a professional automation solutions provider dedicated to developing, building and maintaining our sophisticated equipment. Their open and honest approach has resulted in very positive outcomes for us.
From the first day we sat down with the RML team, through to today, we’ve been so impressed by the level of service and quality of machinery that they have built for us.
We set RML a challenge, design and build a new butter packing machine for a challenging application. RML produced a smart and effective solution that exceeded our expectations.
The design process went very smoothly, start up and commissioning went better than we anticipated. We have found the RML team to be professional, proactive and very responsive to questions and quick to resolve any problems for us.
Of all of the types of packers that we have on site (past and present) the RML packers have proven to be the most reliable, and easiest to maintain.
Ongoing service and support is important to us. RML knew this and I am pleased to say we are not disappointed. I have and will continue to recommend RML to others in our industry based on our experience
RML worked with us to understand our requirements and designed a solution to suit our needs. RML delivered an automated system to service two moulding machines producing the Gallagher Ring Top Posts.
Our integrated, advanced operation ensures the best quality cream cheese is produced consistently.
The background of RML and their ability to automate our process ticked all the boxes
IF YOU HAVE A PRODUCTION CHALLENGE,
WE’D LOVE TO SOLVE IT.
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