The CASE-IT Series Case Erectors provide flexible solutions for forming and preparing corrugated cases for product loading. Available in semi-automatic operator-fed and fully automatic configurations, the series can accommodate different production speeds, labor requirements and levels of automation.
The semi-automatic case erector is designed for packing stations where an operator is already present. The operator feeds or positions the flat corrugated case into the machine, while the system assists with opening, squaring and bottom-flap folding, creating a properly formed case ready for packing. Semi-automatic case forming is particularly well suited to lower and medium production rates, frequent format changes and applications where full automation is not required.
For higher production requirements, the fully automatic case erector automatically feeds flat corrugated blanks from a magazine, opens and squares each case, folds the bottom flaps and seals the bottom before discharging the erected case to the next packaging operation.
Automatic models can be configured with either pressure-sensitive tape or hot melt glue bottom closure. Tape provides a simple and versatile sealing solution, while hot melt glue can be selected for applications requiring an alternative closure method or higher-speed operation. Both closure technologies are commonly used on fully automatic case erecting systems.
Case squaring and controlled flap folding help produce consistent, properly formed cases, improving their transfer into downstream packing and sealing equipment. Automatic configurations use controlled blank extraction and forming to provide a continuous supply of erected cases with reduced operator handling.
The CASE-IT Series can be configured for multiple corrugated case dimensions and styles, with machine selection based on the required case range, board specifications and production speed. Format adjustments allow facilities running multiple products to use the same case-forming system.
CASE-IT can be installed as a standalone case forming station or integrated directly with manual packing stations, automatic case packers, case sealers, conveyors, labeling systems and palletizers to create a complete end-of-line packaging system.
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