AUTOMATED PACKAGING SYSTEMS LTD.

Bagging Equipment

Automated Packaging Systems is the only company that manufactures the original, genuine Autobag® pre-opened bags-on-a-roll.

Autobag® AB 180™ Bagger

Capable of bagging at speeds up to 80 bags per minute, this automatic filling and sealing machine has been designed to be simple to use, dependable, and operationally flexible for maximum machine uptime and packaging productivity. Package size changes can be achieved in less than 2 minutes using Autobag ``bag-on-a-roll`` pre-formed bags - a must for the packaging industry.

Utilising the very latest technology, Autobag ``Replace-n-Repair`` machine operating systems and the most advanced user touchscreen control available, the AB 180 is the most reliable, and the easiest to use automatic bagging system available for advanced packaging needs.

The large interactive AutoTouch™ control screen allows operators to quickly recall and set-up packing jobs. The system`s high capacity memory makes multiple job storage easy, and the touchscreen offers a powerful diagnostic help tool to enable operators to rectify machine errors quickly and easily. These features and more make the AB 180 a resilient and multi-faceted tool for the packaging industry.

Using Autobag bag-on-a-roll polyethylene bags, the AB 180 offers a fast and cost effective advanced packaging solution.

Autobag® AB 145™ Bagger

Designed to be used in situations where tie-in to infeed systems such as counters and scales is not required, the AB 145 is a cost effective entry-level introduction to semi-automated bag filling and sealing. Simple and easy to use, and capable of bagging at speeds up to 45 bags per minute, the AB 145 offers packaging consistency, dependability and speed at an affordable price.

Utilising Autobag, ``bag-on-a-roll`` technology, the AB 145 gives maximum operational flexibility with its ability to change pack sizes in under 2 minutes making it ideal for those operations with variable run lengths that require speed and packaging consistency.

Combine with an Autobag PI 404iÔ in-line thermal imprinter for a complete ``print-n-pack`` system giving speedy packaging and eliminating the need for a separate labelling operation for maximum packaging productivity.

Autobag® AB 255™ Wide Bagger

Capable of packaging products and bagging at speeds up to 55 bags per minute, this automatic filling and sealing machine has been designed to meet the specific requirements of large bag packaging applications. Capable of running bag widths up to 400 mm with a pass through area of 150 mm, the AB 255 is simple to use, dependable, and operationally flexible - designed to drive maximum productivity in terms of industrial packaging solutions.

Utilising the very latest technology in autobaggers, the large interactive AutoTouch™ Control screen allows operators to recall and quickly set-up packing jobs. The AutoTouch control screen also provides a high capacity memory for job storage as well as a powerful diagnostic help tool to enable operators to rectify machine errors easily. These features and functions ensure that the task of packaging product is continuous and unhindered.

The AB 255 can be positioned for vertical or horizontal loading to provide optimum productivity for application specific needs. Using Autobag Bag-on-a-roll polyethylene bags sized from 150 mm x 150 mm to 400 mm x 800 mm, the AB 255 offers fast and cost-effective packaging solutions.

Autobag® AB 255 Horizontal Wide Bagger

Capable of bagging at speeds up to 55 bags per minute, this automatic filling and sealing machine has been designed to meet the specific requirements of large bag packaging applications. Capable of running bag widths up to 405 mm with a pass through area of 150 mm, the AB 255 is simple to use, dependable, and operationally flexible to drive maximum productivity.

Utilising the very latest technology, the large interactive AutoTouch^TM Control screen allows operators to recall and quickly set-up packing jobs. The AutoTouch control screen also provides a high capacity memory for job storage as well as a powerful diagnostic help tool to enable operators to rectify machine errors easily within the sealing machine.

The AB 255 can be positioned for vertical or horizontal loading to provide optimum productivity for application-specific needs. Using Autobag Bag-on-a-roll polyethylene bags sized from 150 mm x 150 mm to 405 mm x 800 mm, the AB 255 offers a fast and cost-effective filling and sealing packaging solution.

SidePouch® Sprint™ Bagger

The Sprint Bagger has been uniquely designed to bring a winning combination of speed and versatility to your specialty or retail packaging.

This plastic baggers features include a load area large enough for multiple operators, different run mode settings, and the ability to combine with infeed and imprinter equipment. These combinations allow the Sprint plastic bagger to boast speeds from 70-120 bags per minute.

The Sprint`s outstanding feature is it`s ability to run and package specialty and retail bags. Types of bags available include the re-closeable zipper and flap bags, tape bags, reinforced header bags, and standard bags with or without a header.

The Sprint has been designed to satisfy high volume requirements, yet retains all of the flexibility needed for fast product and bag changeovers with minimum loss of production.

Autobag® PaceSetter™

The Autobag PaceSetter offers a cost-effective alternative to fully automatic packaging. It will help speed up most hand packaging operations by automatically indexing a pre-formed bag into position and opening it for loading.

Capable of packing 20 bags per minute, the PaceSetter is suitable for low volume packaging of applications ranging from industrial parts, fasteners, and plumbing fittings through electrical components and craft items.

Autobag® Inspect & Load Bagging Station

The Autobag Inspection Load Station has been designed to package bulky items such as towels, rags and other items that need to be inspected, counted and bagged. This system has been built around the well-proven Autobag AB 180™ bagging machine, one of our most effective packaging machines.

Additional technology has been used to aid the operator with the loading process by providing both visual and audio prompts when each cycle is near completion - a very useful set of cues for packaging solutions of this variety. These packaging machines have built-in shaker devices that settle the product in the bag, and a conveyor is also used to take away the filled packages. This lets the operator focus on the inspection process.

Thermal Transfer Imprinters and Conveyors

Our imprinter machines are suitable for operations requiring simple or complex labelling at high speeds. They will print bar codes, alphanumeric text, and graphics, including line drawings and logos.

Autobag® PI 412c™ Imprinter

Capable of imprinting at speeds up to 300mm per second, which equates to approximately 80 bags per minute in-line, this programmable thermal transfer printing system has been designed to meet all the newest industry specific printing requirements. The PI 412c is simple to use, dependable, and operationally flexible to give maximum uptime and packaging productivity.

When used in conjunction with the Autobag AB 180 bagging system, product identification utilizing barcodes, text and graphics can be easily applied to individual packages in-line and indexed for product loading and sealing in a simple ``print-n-pack`` operation.

Label changes can be achieved in an instant by simply accessing pre-stored label designed or through database downloads with a PC connection. Utilising the very latest technology, the Autobag PI 412c is capable of printing virtually all barcodes available today, including 2D barcodes and UPS MaxiCode. The 8 megabytes of memory facilitate more labels and font storage which gives easier access to more stored jobs allowing fast changeover and maximum system uptime.

Benefits

• Quick to set-up, easy to operate, reliable and fast
• High resolution printing - allows for clarity and high impact
• Removes need for separate labelling operation
• Increased print speeds - up to 300 mm per second with the 203 dpi printhead and up to 200 mm per second with the 300 dpi printhead
• Large memory - for label and font
• Productive - supports over 40 barcodes including 2D barcodes and True-type fonts

PI 412cw Prism™Imprinter

Capable of imprinting two locations of the bag at speeds up to 300mm per second, which equates to approximately 80 bags per minute in-line, this programmable thermal transfer printing system has been designed to meet all the newest industry-specific printing requirements.

The PI 412cw Prism is simple to use, dependable and operationally flexible to give maximum uptime and packaging productivity.  When used in conjunction with the Autobag AB 180 bagging system, product identification utilising barcodes, text and graphics can be easily applied to individual packages in-line, on the bag front and back, and indexed for product loading and sealing in a simple ``Print-n-Pack`` operation.

Utilising the very latest technology available from imprinter manufacturers, the Autobag

PI 412cw Prism is capable of printing virtually all barcodes available today, including 2D barcodes and UPS MaxiCode. The 8 megabytes of memory facilitate more label and font storage which gives easier access to more stored jobs and allows for fast changeover and maximum system uptime.

Benefits

• High Resolution printing - for clarity and high impact
• Operator friendly - Quick to set-up, easy to operate, reliable and fast
• Cost savings - removes the need for a separate labelling operation
• 3 Configurations - available for front and back, side-by-side, or even stand-alone printing
• Fully integrates - with Autobag bagging systems eliminating device communication problems which cause unproductive downtime
• Fast printing speed - allows printer to keep pace with the bagger
• Remote keypad and built-in memory - for quick and easy label programming and retrieval
• Large memory - allows storage for labels and fonts
• Flexible and versatile - supports over 40 barcodes including 2D barcodes and True-type fonts

Conveyors

Our range of in-feed and take-away conveyors is designed to increase your packaging productivity by eliminating additional processes and reducing labour requirements.

Designed to fully integrate with all Autobag bagging systems, our conveyor combinations will not only increase packaging speeds, but can create single operator systems when packaging mixed parts into kits, thereby simplifying your packing operation.

Maximizer™

The Maximizer continuous motion conveyor increases productivity of your packaging process with its versatility and speed. When linked to an Autobag® bagging system, you can achieve a higher packaging rate without the need for additional labour.

The Maximizer easily integrates with Autobag bagging equipment and is ideal for packaging kits comprised of small components.

Benefits

• Increased productivity - achieve 60 bags per minute by conveying product to your packaging machine
• Reduces labour cost - packaging throughput is doubled by using the Maximizer
• Efficiency - operators can concentrate on feeding product into conveyor trays

Kitveyor™

The Autobag® Kitveyor system integrates vibrating counters with a conveyor system to automatically count and collate small components into packaged kits. This configuration results in a highly productive and flexible packaging system capable of bagging mixed kits at speeds of up to 60 bags per minute.

When linked directly to an Autobag bagging system the Kitveyor counting system creates an integrated packaging solution, which will reduce your packaging costs and increase productive uptime.

Benefits

• Productivity - count, collate and pack up to 60 bags per minute, depending on complexity of kit
• Cost savings - increase productivity uptime and reduce your labour requirement
• Flexible - creates multiple kit packs of varying quantities
• Low profile system - for easy product loading and eliminates the need for a platform
• Designed to be easy to set-up, simple to use

Takeaway Conveyor

This Autobag® Takeaway Conveyor enhances your packaging operation by simply taking away filled bags from the packaging location up to bench height, or away to another location.

Designed to maximise your available space, the Takeaway Conveyor is fully adjustable to accommodate most applications and has a low profile that allows it to integrate easily with the Autobag AB 180™ bagger.

Scales/Counters, and Void Fill Systems

Scales and Counters

Our variety of high-speed and accurate scales and counters are designed for easy integration with your Autobag® bagging systems to offer a completely automatic bagging operation eliminating the need for additional labour and gaining higher accuracy and productivity.

Our scales and counters will weigh or count a wide range of products and sizes. Your requirements for speed, volume, shape, size, and the application of your product will decide which one will work best for you.

We are confident that you will benefit from increased speeds, accuracy and reliability no matter which counters or scales you utilize in your packaging operation.

AccuScale™ 220

The AccuScale 220 is a high sensitivity weigh count system that accurately and consistently weighs small parts. It has been designed for use with the Excel, which can transform your current operation into a complete weigh count packaging system.

The AccuScale 220 has been designed to be simple and accurate. Simply place the product on the top, the memory storage displays when the proper weight is reached, then activate a foot switch, which will flip product automatically to be bagged.

The AccuScale 220 is capable of handling a wide range of applications. These can vary from small and lightweight items, to parts that tangle or can not run in vibratory feeders.

Benefits

• Able to count bulk amounts of product - useful for products that tangle or do not flow easily
• Reliable and accurate weigh pan - overall sensitivity exceeds 0.1g
• Improves productivity - quick to set-up, easy to operate
• Allows multi-batch - for larger products and final counts
• Simple programming of scale touch screen - allows changeover from product to product to be instantaneous
• Ideal system for product flexibility - small, lightweight and heavier parts can be batched utilising the automatic sensitivity control

Accu-Count® 200 - Flexible, High Accuracy Automatic Counting System

Capable of counting and batching at speeds up to 2,500 packages per hour, this vibratory bowl feed and count system has been designed with state-of-the-art touch screen control for ease of use. The Accu-Count 200 is dependable and operationally flexible to provide maximum system uptime and high accuracy packaging productivity. 

When used in conjunction with the Autobag AB 180™ bagging system, a bulk supply of product is driven to a single-flow that is automatically counted and batched to a pre-set quantity. The individual batch of product is then funnelled to a pre-opened bag, sealed and detached, while another bag is presented ready for loading.  Accuracy is achieved by activating a diverting door when the final part passes through the detection eye. Diverted parts are then discharged to an isolated bin, so as to not enter the bag as an overcount.

Utilising the very latest technology, the Autobag Accu-Count 200 is capable of detecting product from 3mm in diameter, 3mm to 63mm in length and up to 50mm wide. The system is available with three different bowl configurations, allowing the flexibility needed to run different part variations. The AutoTune™ feature allows users to easily set the drive parameters of different bowls.

Using system-matched Autobag bags-on-a-roll, the Accu-Count 200 offers a fast and effective Count-n-Pack solution.

Benefits

• AutoTouch™ Control Screen - gives access to Job Storage, Diagnostics and Individual Part Profiling leading to quick set-up and ease of operation
• The combined Accu-Count 200 & AB 180 bagger configuration has a small footprint – approximately 108cm x 152cm – saving valuable floor space
• High-accuracy is ensured with the Overcount Discharge diverting funnel, which is activated when the final part passes through the detection eye
• Part Orientation Funnels provide enhanced control of the part as it falls from the bowl through the detection eye, improving speed and accuracy
• Can be integrated with multiple counters and the Autobag Kit-Veyor® to provide integrated, efficient packaging of kits and sub-assemblies
• Fully automatic, thereby reducing direct labour costs and increasing productivity up to 5 times the speed of hand load

AccuCount™ 224

Capable of counting at speeds up to 60 batches per minute, this vibratory bowl feed and count system has been designed to be simple to use, dependable and highly flexible. It provides maximum system uptime and high accuracy packaging productivity.

The AccuCount 224 integrates easily with Autobag® bagging equipment and has been designed to handle a variety of applications.

Benefits

Accurate - high density field eye accurately detects parts as small as .06 inches while differentiating parts from dirt or small scrap
Compact - the combined AccuCount 224 and AB 180™ bagger configuration has a small 900mm x 1500mm footprint saving valuable floor space
Integration - can be integrated with multiple counters and the Autobag Kitveyor™ to provide integrated, efficient packaging of kits and sub-assemblies
Fully automatic - reducing labour cost and increasing productivity by up to 5 times the speed of hand-loading

Void Fill Systems

Our AirPouch™ void-fill system has been designed to be fast, productive, and easy-to-use, providing on-demand air cushions to meet your end-of-line packing requirements.

The AirPouch void-fill system offers you the convenience and cleanliness of air cushion protection, and covers a wide range of applications. The AirPouch void-fill system provides excellent protection and operational efficiency, as well as reduced material and shipping costs.

AirPouch™ Express 3 Void-Fill System - A Cost Effective Way to Protect Your Products Ready for Shipping

The AirPouch Express 3 table top void-fill system has been designed to be fast, productive and easy-to-use providing on-demand air cushions to meet end-of-line packing requirements.

This system requires no compressed air supply, runs in automatic or semi-automatic modes and uses pre-formed film from boxes which inflate to create continuous strips of air cushions that can be torn away and packed quickly and easily.