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Palletizer: Mechanics of Stacking Cans onto Pallets
This video provides an overview of the mechanics involved in the Palletizer process, showing how cans are stacked onto empty pallets with layer pads added between layers, leading to the formation of a complete pallet.
The process begins with the Empty Pallet Assembly, which holds stacks of empty pallets. These pallets remain in place until the current pallet is completed, at which point the next empty pallet is moved into position using conveyors that lift it to the Main Hoist.
Once positioned in the Main Hoist, the empty pallet receives a Layer Pad, followed by a layer of cans. The Layer Pad Assembly, which holds a stack of Layer Pads, places a pad between each layer of cans as they are added. The method for transporting the Layer Pads depends on the specific type of Palletizer in use.
To ensure the cans are properly aligned, the Layer Squaring Assembly adjusts each layer as it is stacked onto the pallet. This process repeats until the pallet is fully loaded with multiple layers of cans.
When the pallet is complete, it is lowered onto the Pallet Discharge Conveyor. A Top Frame Assembly places a top frame on the finished pallet stack, adding additional stability.
Finally, the Strapper ties all the layers together, a process known as "unitizing," before the complete pallet exits the Palletizer, ready for shipment.
The process begins with the Empty Pallet Assembly, which holds stacks of empty pallets. These pallets remain in place until the current pallet is completed, at which point the next empty pallet is moved into position using conveyors that lift it to the Main Hoist.
Once positioned in the Main Hoist, the empty pallet receives a Layer Pad, followed by a layer of cans. The Layer Pad Assembly, which holds a stack of Layer Pads, places a pad between each layer of cans as they are added. The method for transporting the Layer Pads depends on the specific type of Palletizer in use.
To ensure the cans are properly aligned, the Layer Squaring Assembly adjusts each layer as it is stacked onto the pallet. This process repeats until the pallet is fully loaded with multiple layers of cans.
When the pallet is complete, it is lowered onto the Pallet Discharge Conveyor. A Top Frame Assembly places a top frame on the finished pallet stack, adding additional stability.
Finally, the Strapper ties all the layers together, a process known as "unitizing," before the complete pallet exits the Palletizer, ready for shipment.
