Collaborative Robotic Palletizers for End-of-Line Packaging

Remtec’s CoPal: A Collaborative Palletizer That Builds Unit Loads Without a Fence

Manual palletizing ties up operators at the end of the line, adds lifting strain, and creates production bottlenecks. The Remtec CoPal pairs a FANUC CRX-30iA collaborative robot with integrated area scanners and an intuitive tablet interface, so your team can build, edit, and run new pallet patterns without robot programming expertise.

Key Takeaways:

  • FANUC CRX-30iA collaborative robot
  • Up to 10 picks per minute
  • Payloads up to 30 kg, or 40 kg with the 240 VAC option
  • Runs on standard 120 VAC power with no compressed air required
  • Moves with a hand pallet jack and fits through double doors

As a FANUC Authorized System Integrator, Remtec brings proven expertise in both robotics and automation to every system delivered.

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How a Collaborative Palletizer Fits Into Your Existing Line

Palletizing by hand is repetitive, heavy work that is hard to staff across shifts. The CoPal connects to your existing conveyor through a plug-and-play I/O interface and works between two pallet positions, so operators can swap a full pallet while the robot keeps building on the other side.

  • No-stop pallet swap between two pallet stations
  • Max unit load height of 62″ (1.57 m), taller loads available
  • Optional customized product infeed conveyor and remote mount robot E-stop

Why Manufacturers Choose Remtec for Collaborative Palletizing

Remtec is a FANUC Authorized System Integrator serving manufacturers across the Midwest and Eastern U.S. Every CoPal starts with a customized ISO/RIA risk assessment for your specific application, then gets configured around your products, pallet patterns, and floor layout.

  • Integrated safety area scanners with customized safety and warning zones
  • Speed and force monitoring with simple contact stop recovery and restart
  • Customized configurations and application-specific tooling available upon request
  • 24/7/365 service response: Support is available whenever your line runs
  • Minimal downtime for installation: The CoPal rolls into place on a pallet jack and connects to your existing conveyor through a plug-and-play I/O interface

Operators run the CoPal from an intuitive tablet interface with on-screen unit load creation and editing, built-in how-to videos, and operation and maintenance documentation, Hand guidance lets your team teach positions by moving the robot arm directly, and unit load and pallet status indicators keep everyone informed of where each pallet stands. Production counts are also tracked and displayed.

Feature Specification / Range
Robot FANUC CRX-30iA collaborative robot
Picking rate Up to 10 picks per minute
Payload Up to 30 kg including gripper; up to 40 kg with 240 VAC option
Max unit load height 62″ (1.57 m), taller loads available
Power 120 VAC, 20 A, 1 ph standard; 240 VAC option
Air Not required (on-tool electric vacuum generator); vane pump, blower, or compressed air gripper optional
Conveyor interface Plug-and-play I/O to existing conveyor; optional custom infeed
Safety Area scanners, speed and force monitoring, pallet present confirmation switches
Operator interface Tablet with unit load editor, how-to videos, and production count tracking
Tooling Standard no-air vacuum gripper; application-specific options
Installation Hand pallet jack transport, adjustable levelling feet, multi-point anchoring if required
Shipping dimensions L 58.75″ x W 58.25″ x H 80″ (minimum)

Compact Footprint for Tight End-of-Line Spaces

The CoPal’s narrow base fits through double doors, and the complete two pallet layout, including area scanners, measures 124.25″ x 58.25″ (3156 mm x 1480 mm).

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Certified FANUC Integration for the East and Midwest

As a long-standing FANUC Authorized System Integrator, Remtec brings proven robotic expertise to manufacturers across the Midwest and Eastern U.S. Our team designs and installs reliable automation systems built around FANUC robots and vision technologies, ensuring smooth deployment, strong performance, and long-term support. For plants looking to modernize picking, packing, palletizing, or material handling, Remtec offers a partner with deep experience and a regional presence you can count on.

Frequently Asked Questions

    • A collaborative palletizer uses a cobot, such as the FANUC CRX-30iA, to stack cases onto pallets at the end of a production line. Safety area scanners and speed and force monitoring let the robot work in a shared space, with safety zones set by a risk assessment for your specific application.

    • The CoPal runs up to 10 picks per minute and handles payloads up to 30 kg, including gripper weight. A 240 VAC power option raises payload capacity to 40 kg.

    • No. The standard configuration includes:

      • 120 VAC, 20 A, single-phase power
      • An on-tool electric vacuum generator, so no plant air is required
      • Optional 240 VAC power, base mounted vane pump or blower, or compressed air vacuum gripper

    • Everything runs from the tablet Interface:

      • On-screen unit load creation and editing
      • How-to videos for set-up and help
      • Operation and maintenance documentation
      • Hand guidance and teaching directly on the robot arm

    • The CoPal is built to move into place with minimal disruption:

      • Transport with a standard hand pallet jack
      • Narrow footprint that fits through double doors
      • Adjustable levelling, feet, with multi-point floor anchoring, if required
      • Plug-and-play I/O Interface to your existing conveyor