PALpack, Author at PALpack

8th November 2022 PALpack

Global use of robots reaches all-time high – but UK lags behind

Half a million new robots were installed around the world last year – but only 2,054 of those were in the UK, according to the latest International Federation of Robots (IFR) World Robotics Report.

Palletisers

24th October 2022 PALpack

Gantry palletisers explained

A gantry palletiser is just one of several different types of palletiser available to manufacturers looking to automate their production line and help speed up the sorting, transferring and stacking of goods onto a pallet.

Automation

A pile of white sacks stacked neatly on pallets

10th October 2022 PALpack

Sack filling automation: taking a closer look

Manufacturers are increasingly seeing the benefits of investing in specialist machinery right across the production line but in this blog, we look specifically at sack filling automation. Why should you consider introducing robots at this point in the manufacturing process, how do they work and what impact can they have?

Industry news

A view of a glass building with sunset on a city in the background

29th September 2022 PALpack

How do robots support sustainable development?

Robots are strongly connected to our vision of the future, but if we want to create a more sustainable planet for the next generation, we need to harness this technology today. In this blog, we look at what the word 'sustainability' means and what robots are doing to support its development.

Handling systems

Man manually lifting a box in a manufacturing environment

8th September 2022 PALpack

Food handling and storage trends

A national labour shortage, climate change, and soaring costs are among some of the pressures facing the food handling and storage industry right now. These businesses, like many others, are turning to automated machinery to help them weather the storm. In this blog, we examine the trend towards automation and its potential outcomes.

PALpack

25th August 2022 PALpack

What makes a good robot manufacturer?

Like many industries, the automation marketplace is filled with suppliers all claiming to offer the highest quality products and the best value. So, how can you be confident that you're picking a supplier that will meet the needs of your business? In this blog, we look at what makes a good robot manufacturer so you can make a well-informed decision.

Palletisers

Europack end of line machinery in action

18th August 2022 PALpack

Europack end of line technologies

Europack is a leading supplier of automatic palletising systems, but what makes this company so successful, and why are its products in demand? In this blog, we look at how robot palletisers are helping businesses to improve their end-of-line processes.

Industry news

1st August 2022 PALpack

European robotics demand rises

After a two-year decline, the demand for industrial robots in Europe has bounced back to reach an all-time high. According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), 2021 was a record-breaking year for robot sales across the continent – and globally. In this blog, we'll look at the figures in detail, and compare Europe with the rest of the world across industries.

Handling systems

Lita tray handling machinery in action with cases of cooking oil

29th June 2022 PALpack

Five reasons to use a tray-handling robot

Material handling is an important part of the production process, but it can be a sticking point for some manufacturers. In this blog, we look at how introducing a tray-handling robot into your business could improve your line efficiency and increase throughput.

Automation

16th June 2022 PALpack

Why use robots in manufacturing?

The use of robots in manufacturing globally has doubled in the last five years, but the UK is struggling to keep pace with this speed of growth. It's a worrying trend that could explain why some manufacturers are losing work to their overseas competitors. In this article, we look at how robots can give your business a leading edge.

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