Application cases · Carton stacking
Carton Vacuum Handling and Stacking Application
A pneumatic industrial manipulator with vacuum tooling picks up, lifts, transfers and stacks packaged cartons. One operator guides the carton position using the operating handles, reducing repeated manual carrying and lifting.
- Equipment arrangement
- Pneumatic industrial manipulator
- Tooling
- Vacuum tooling
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Continuous Carton Pick-and-Place and Stacking
A pneumatic industrial manipulator with vacuum tooling picks up, lifts, transfers and stacks packaged cartons. One operator guides the carton position using the operating handles, reducing repeated manual carrying and lifting.
- Workpiece: packaged cartons
- Equipment: pneumatic industrial manipulator + vacuum tooling
- Motions: vacuum gripping, lifting, transfer, stacking and release
Application overview
Carton stacking requires continuous pickup, lifting, transfer and placement, and repeated manual carrying increases the operating workload. This system combines a pneumatic industrial manipulator with vacuum tooling to grip suitable areas of the carton. The manipulator assists with carrying the lifting load while one operator uses the operating handles to guide the carton to the stacking position, supporting continuous handling at the packaging station.
System configuration
| Workpiece | Packaged cartons |
|---|---|
| Workpiece characteristics | Boxed packages with suitable vacuum gripping areas |
| Equipment arrangement | Pneumatic industrial manipulator |
| Tooling | Vacuum tooling |
| Main motions | Vacuum gripping, lifting, transfer, stacking and release |
| Operation | One operator guides the manipulator and carton using operating handles |
| Workstations | Carton transfer and stacking at packaging stations |
Configuration features
- The vacuum tooling contacts suitable gripping areas of the carton, using suction to reduce two-handed carrying and connect successive pick-and-place operations.
- The manipulator assists with carton lifting and transfer while one operator guides the path using the operating handles, bringing the carton to the target stacking position.
- Pickup, lifting, transfer and placement form a continuous operation, reducing repeated changes of hand position and helping organize stacking at the packaging station.
Operating sequence
- Guide the vacuum tooling toward the carton, align with a suitable gripping area and seat the contact surface against the box.
- Activate the vacuum. After a stable grip is established, guide the manipulator to lift the carton clear of its original pickup position.
- Transfer the carton using the operating handles. Near the stacking area, adjust the carton position slowly and align with the target placement point.
- Place the carton steadily in the stacking position. Release the vacuum after the bottom is supported, then return the tooling to the pickup area.
Selection and configuration
- Cup quantity, contact area and the vacuum source can be selected for carton dimensions and board permeability to match the packaging surface's gripping conditions.
- The manipulator's mounting arrangement, lift stroke and coverage can be configured for the pickup position, stacking height and workstation space.
- Adjustable or quick-change vacuum tooling can be selected for carton changeover, matching the gripping areas of each size to support packaging of multiple sizes.
Frequently asked questions
How can one operator stack cartons?
The operator seats the vacuum tooling against the carton and establishes a stable grip, then uses the operating handles to guide lifting, transfer and placement. The vacuum is released after the carton is supported, ready for the next handling cycle.
How is vacuum tooling configured for different carton sizes?
Cup layout and the vacuum source can be selected for carton dimensions, board permeability and sealing locations. Adjustable or quick-change vacuum tooling can be selected for multiple sizes, using the configuration that matches the current carton.
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Share the workpiece name, weight per workpiece, dimensions and pick-and-place motions, and an engineer will recommend a manipulator arrangement, working range and end tooling. Drawings and site photographs can be sent by email or WeChat.
