Although many baking processes have already been automated , this is not yet the case when it comes to packaging .
packs – with millimetre precision . They can achieve this thanks to the vision system developed in-house by Schubert , which , as a quality control system , reduces waste , cuts costs and significantly increases the efficiency of the entire packaging process . In addition to determining the exact position , the pick & place vision system ensures that baked goods that do not meet the quality specifications or are damaged are not picked up and further processed .
Moreover , thanks to their customised tools , the pick & place robots are extremely flexible when it comes to processing baked goods of different consistencies , shapes or sizes . With the complete PARTBOX 3D printing system from Schubert Additive Solutions , bakeries can quickly and easily produce the tools they need themselves using certified print jobs . Furthermore , the pick & place machines bring their strength to bear with various assortment configurations such as mixed biscuit packs : The baked goods are fed to the packaging line via several lateral conveyor belts so that bakeries can introduce different product variations into the packaging process . From the infeed conveyors , the pick & place robots pick up the baked goods and pack them into the respective assortment packs .
Automation with the Flowpacker from Schubert
With the Flowpacker , all types of baked goods can be packaged into different flow-wrapped packs . The flexible packaging machine combines pick & place robots , the flow-wrapping unit and a quality control system . It makes it easy to switch between baked goods of different shapes and sizes as well as between different packaging formats and materials . For example , the Flowpacker can package baked goods directly from the oven , either individually , in groups or stacked into flowpacks , or place them in different formations into trays or U-boards before packaging them into flowpacks .
Thanks to Schubert ’ s various advanced sealing technologies , manufacturers of baked goods also have the option of using extra-thick high-barrier films . The use of environmentally friendly paper-based films or recyclable monofilms is also possible with the exceptionally flexible flowwrapping machine .
Responding to consumer demand with sustainable baked goods packaging
The topic of sustainability plays a key role for Schubert . To provide its customers with the best possible advice , the packaging specialist has bundled its far-reaching expertise into its Packaging Perspectives programme . By providing consulting , packaging development and research , the technology leader aims to actively support producers of baked goods along their sustainability journey . In practical terms , this means that the Schubert experts help with material selection and packaging design to develop a packaging solution that is both machine-compatible and environmentally friendly . By using Schubert ’ s modular , automated packaging machines , bakery businesses can not only respond flexibly to new requirements , but also produce sustainably and ideally position themselves for the future .
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