Pop-Up Paper Handle Applicator Carton Handles / Box Carriers

Roberts PolyPro's next generation Paper Handle Applicator is designed to apply pop-up paper handles directly to cartons in-line during the folding/gluing process.

It precisely places handles while operating at high production speeds (up to 160 handles per minute). Its modular design allows it to be interfaced with an array of folder/gluers, while being mobile enough to allow it to be moved to different lines within the same production facility.

How it works:

• Paper handles are manually loaded into the magazine
• Handles are individually fed using RPI's vacuum bump feed technique
• Photo-eyes detects the precise position of each flat blank carton
• Two stripes of hot-melt adhesive are applied to the long edge of each handle
  
• Prior to handle placement, two stripes of hot melt adhesive are applied to the carton surface where the ends of the handle will be placed
• A rotary arm picks the carton from an escapement and positions it on the carton

Features:

• Versatile - Applies all 6.5", 7.5", or 8.5" paper handles
• Fast - Easily runs at speeds up to 160 handles per minute (9600 handles per hour)
• Precise - Applies handles repeatedly to any position on carton blanks with unmatched placement accuracy (+/- 1/16" machine direction)
• Easy to Use - Simple and robust design allows quick learning of the system
• Servo Technology - The system utilizes servo motors for positive picking and placement of each handle on the carton
• Quick Changeover - Rapidly adjusted to accommodate different paper handle sizes
• Integration - Easily interfaced into an existing folder/gluer line with minimal labor

Specifications:

• Runs at speeds up to 300 feet per minute (FPM), or 160 cartons per minute CPM
• Footprint: 81 3/4" L x 56" W x 73 3/4" H
• +/- .06" Handle Placement
• Up to 300 FPM or 160 cartons per minute
• Rotary head for picking and placement of handles
• System utilizes servo drives to provide electronic line shafting
• Nordson Hot Melt Applicator (4 standard guns)
• Imperial Fasteners
• Portable, cantilevered design
• Interface with any Folder/Gluer
• Standard Tray Magazine holds 2 trays, approximately 1,000 handles
• Optional Tray Magazine holds up to 5 Trays, approximately 2,100 handles
• Becker vacuum pump
• 460VAC, 3 Phase, 60 Amp
• Very low air consumption

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