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EndFlex PopLok™ tray forming machine leads e-commerce

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PopLok automatic tray forming machine for e-commerce (Photo: Business Wire)

MIAMI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–EndFlex LLC. a Florida based packaging machinery manufacturer (www.endflex.com) has increased output to deliver its industry leading PopLok™ automatic tray formers to e-commerce giants in apparel, electronics, fulfillment, beauty, health, pet and home delivery meal kits as demand for online purchases has continued to grow month over month.

The PopLok tray forming machine is engineered to take flat corrugated tray blanks and automatically fold, tuck and orient them to make product loading quick and efficient.

Cardboard lidded trays are amongst the most popular choice for e-commerce companies due to their ability to withstand the rigors of transportation and most of all their high-quality presentation to the consumer.

The PopLok (https://www.endflex.com/fold-and-tuck-tray-former/) can produce up to 1,200 lidded cardboard trays an hour while greatly increasing production efficiencies. It can also be used to produce high end display trays used in retail stores to present consumer goods.

“We are proud to be a USA based manufacturer of packaging machines and create well-paying technical jobs here in the state of Florida,” says vice president of operations Jorge Perez.

About: EndFlex was established in 1998 and is a manufacturer of automated packaging machines including case erecting, case sealing, cartoning, tray forming, case packing, robotic palletizing and turnkey end of line systems.

EndFlex Delivers Tray Lid Sealer for Furniture

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EndFlex LLC, a full-service global provider of custom end-of-line packaging announces the ability to place and glue seal the lid on large pre-built trays loaded with furniture parts.

The system is designed to place a lid on top of formed trays, each weighing up to 150lbs, which are in turn fed into the packager. Hot glue is then applied to the sides of the tray and the lid is secured as the finished sealed tray exits the machine.

A finished tray measures up to 72’’ long, 48’’ wide, and 10’’ tall, requiring a heavy-duty design and robust machinery. Other notable features include Venturi vacuum technology, a servo-driven feeding mechanism, a powered roller tray conveyor, an Auto-idler, an Omron PLC, user-friendly HMI, and the Nordson glue system.

“We are pleased to design a range of custom tray lid sealing machines to best accommodate our customers’ unique needs – all backed with on-site training, service visits and validation services,” said Veronica Guzzo, Mechanical Engineer at EndFlex LLC. “This customized EZ-Glue tray lid sealer for 4-sided seal is a valuable addition to our portfolio. Ensuring 10 to 15 minutes’ quick size change-over between jobs, these sealers are ideal for large trays loaded with furniture parts and more.”

 

Paxiom Automation Announces Its New Website Launch

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Paxiom Automation™, a packaging system integration and service company, has just announced the launch of its new website PaxiomAutomation.com making it easier for clients to access all ranges of services in one portal. Users can now schedule an online appointment for phone support calls or on-site help. Part ordering, RMA requests, and self-help content are available as well.

“We call that Paxiom® Xperience™,” says Mark Conforti, Service Manager of Paxiom Automation, “We are committed to excellence and dedicated to exceeding our clients’ expectations. By providing convenient services and training, we seek to not raise the bar, but be the bar.”

Paxiom Automation is based in Las Vegas, NV and is run by factory trained technicians devoted to working closely with end user production team in order to ensure the successful operation of newly purchased packaging systems and a positive post-sales servicing experience.

 

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EndFlex Introduces Its New Z.ZAG Palletizer

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EndFlex’s new Z.ZAG Palletizer automatically uses vacuum generators to pick up cases one at a time and place them on a pallet from above. Its suction capacity is capable of lifting 40-pound boxes at speeds up to 360 boxes per hour.

The position of each case is calculated automatically according to the desired pattern and the dimensions of the case; the Z.ZAG palletizer locates all cases on one pallet and upon completion will start filling the next pallet as the first pallet is replaced. Placing this end of line application at the end of each production line is less costly than using conveyors to transport cases to an expensive high-speed palletizer.

Designed to SCARA Standards in a compact footprint, the Z.ZAG is created for multiple pack patterns for both column-stacked and interlocked configurations. Servo-driven with PLC controls and a color touch screen make setting up and operating the palletizer extremely user-friendly.

The importance of investing in training

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At Paxiom we cannot stress enough the importance of investing in training. We deliver sophisticated automated machines that all have learning curves, some steeper than others. We offer training services to all our customers willing to invest in their employees and provide them the best opportunity to succeed. In a society of never ending work […]

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Integrated end-of-line solutions, helping you put the pieces together

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Sure, navigating the vast world of end-of-line packaging can be tricky at times.EndFlex is here to make things a little simpler for you. Let’s assume that your business has already incorporated some level of primary packaging automation with weighing, bagging, or container filling.Now, you may find yourself asking, “What next?”, “Where do I go from […]

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How can my business benefit from a Cartoning Machine?

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If your business uses a carton in or as your product packaging, it is worthwhile to consider implementing this technology.

But what specific automated cartooning machine technology is the right fit for your needs?

All cartoning machines are not created equal, but they do share the same ultimate goal of increasing efficiency and eliminating the taxing and time-consuming labor associated with forming cartons and filling product into them by hand.

Cartoning machines, often referred to as cartoners, can be classified into two primary types, horizontal cartoning machines and vertical cartoning machines. Your style of carton, along with your primary product, and how it will be loaded will help to determine the machine that is best for your business.

The process that cartoners cycle through can be broken down quite simply….

First, the flat folded carton will be loaded onto a hopper which then transfers it to a section of the machine where it is pulled apart and erected. After the initial erecting stage, product can be easily loaded into the open carton. Finally, the major overlapping flap of the carton will be secured and the filled carton will be discharged from the machine.

EndFlex manufactures a reliable, easy-to-use vertical end-load cartoning machine, the Kartnr. The Kartnr’s job is to form, load, and close cartons automatically. It has been engineered to handle small to medium chipboard cartons and is suitable for several different industry applications. While our standard model accommodates carton bottoms that are auto-locked, we also offer models for glued and tucked cartons.

Reach out to our knowledgeable staff and let’s decide if the Kartnr can become your next new hire!

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Introducing The New BOXXER KARTNR

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We are pleased to introduce our new automatic carton forming machine and container inserter, the Boxxer Kartnr

Commonly used for cosmetics, medicinals, pharmaceuticals and many every day consumer products, the Kartnr is engineered to form “auto-lock” or “pop-open” cartons, automatically insert containers and close the lid. Options available include glue, fold & tuck as well as tape.

Process of operation:

1.BLANK LOADING: Knockdown carton blanks are loaded onto the hopper magazine.

2.CARTON ERECTING: One-by-one, the knockdown carton blanks are pulled from the loading station and erected.

3.CONTAINER TRANSFER: Once loaded, cartons are transferred via starwheel to the following station

4.CONTAINER LOADING: Once erected, the carton is then loaded into the container

5.CLOSING & DISCHARGE: The two minor flaps are pushed down, after which the top overlapping major flap is closed and tucked while then being discharged.

What is automatic case erecting?

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Most if not all products are shipped to consumers, retailers or wholesalers in corrugate boxes.

All companies start off by forming cases (boxes) the old fashion way – folding them by hand and probably with the help of your knee for balance while taping!

As demand grows for your products, companies continually need to find ways to improve output and productivity to increase output (ALL GOOD PROBLEMS!) and that’s where automation comes in.

  • A manual process of forming and taping cases may produce up to 2-5 cases per minute with a full time person.
  • An automatic process can easily produce from 10 to 30 cases per minute (that’s 600 to 1800 an hour while allowing you to have that great employee focus on something else)

A case erecting machine like the Boxxer, removes the manual process completely by automatically taking a flat blank, opening, folding it and then taping the bottom of the corrugated case. Essentially all a person has to do is load the machine with corrugated blanks and let the Boxxer case erector do the rest.

For those who are more technical, the process works like this:

The Boxxer case erector is designed to transfer the knock-down RSC or HSC blank from the hopper magazine to the erecting station. Using vacuum cups, the blank is pulled, the two minor flaps are folded into the case and positively erected. With dual belt drives, the erected case is driven through the taping section. The major flaps of the case are precisely plowed down and tape is applied across it, sealing the bottom of the case squarely and then discharging it.

 

If you’re unsure if the return on investment is right for your company, take a few moments and use our Investment Calculator to crunch some numbers – you may be surprised!

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Corrugated RSC case formed on Boxxer case erecting machine