Robotic Palletizing and Sheet Handling for Pet Food Packaging

Flexible End-of-Line Automation for Food & Beverage Industry

To meet the growing demands of automated palletizing in pet food production, Comau developed a flexible robotic solution that handles sacks, pallets, and paper sheets using a custom multipurpose gripper.
At the core of this turn-key system is Comau’s advanced robotics, delivering speed, precision, and adaptability.

Flexible handling of multiple product types and formats
Fully integrated automation from design to commissioning
Custom-built to match the customer’s specific production needs
Reliable, high-performance operation with user-friendly controls

This solution delivers a highly adaptable, efficient, and future-proof palletizing system, tailored to the unique requirements of pet food producers.

Automated Robotic Palletizing in Action

This video showcases a robotic palletizing application powered by Comau technology, built to optimize performance in pet food packaging.
With a multipurpose gripper, the robot can handle:

  • Filled pet food sacks
  • Wooden or plastic pallets
  • Interleaving paper sheets

The system integrates PLC logic with Comau’s robot controller for coordinated, high-speed motion, offering both precision and flexibility on a compact factory floor.

Case Study: High-Performance Palletizing for Pet Food

At a leading pet food facility, Comau implemented a fully automated palletizing system engineered for versatile product handling and seamless integration.

  • A custom gripper handles sacks, pallets, and sheets with a single robotic tool
  • The system was modeled in 3D, optimized, and tested off-site before installation
  • Installation was fast-tracked to reduce production downtime
  • Interfaces are intuitive, minimizing the need for operator training
  • The system can scale and evolve with packaging or production changes

This robotic solution by Comau now ensures operational reliability, repeatability, and high efficiency—even in a demanding, high-mix production context.

How the Comau Palletizing Solution Works

Multipurpose Gripper for All-In-One Handling

The robot is equipped with a custom end-effector designed to pick, place, and position sacks, pallets, and sheets—without tool changes. This minimizes downtime and simplifies the workflow.

Integrated Motion & Logic Control

Robot motion is coordinated with upstream and downstream equipment using synchronized PLC logic and Comau’s robot controller, ensuring real-time precision and responsiveness.

Intuitive Operator Interface

The system is controlled through a touchscreen HMI or tablet interface, designed for ease of use. Operators can quickly adjust settings or perform diagnostics without specialized programming knowledge.

Fully Turn-Key and Ready to Deploy

The robotic cell is delivered as a complete solution—from concept to commissioning—ensuring optimized layout, rapid installation, and minimal disruption to ongoing production.

Why Choose Comau for End-of-Line Automation?

A Global Leader in Robotic Innovation

With more than 50 years of experience, Comau delivers scalable robotic automation that addresses real-world production challenges—ensuring flexibility, performance, and durability across applications.

Robots Engineered for Precision and Flexibility

Comau’s robotic platforms are designed to handle different packaging formats, heavy-duty materials, and variable stacking patterns, all with high-speed, repeatable motion and long-term reliability.

Fully Integrated with Custom Handling Systems

The robotic cell works in perfect synergy with conveyors, sensors, and custom grippers, enabling a cohesive and efficient palletizing process—adaptable to future requirements.

Tailored Automation for Your Specific Needs

Each solution is custom-engineered based on your product types, layout constraints, and throughput goals—ensuring the system fits your production now and scales with you tomorrow.

About the System Integrator: KINE

Founded with a focus on robotics and digitalization, KINE specializes in designing, building, and maintaining robotic systems for industrial applications worldwide. In addition to delivering turnkey robotic solutions, KINE provides training services to help customers maximize the value of their robotic investments.