Automating Food Production Lines Palletizing Robot KUKA  KR60-3 

The food and beverage industry faces intense pressure to meet high-volume production demands while adhering to strict hygiene standards and minimizing labor costs. Automated palletizing robots, such as the KUKA KR60-3, have emerged as a transformative solution, enabling efficient, precise, and hygienic end-of-line operations. 

The KUKA KR60-3 is a six-axis articulated robot designed for heavy-duty palletizing tasks in food production. Key features include:

• Payload Capacity: 60 kg (132 lbs), suitable for handling boxes, bags, and trays of food products.
• Reach: 2,033 mm (80 inches), enabling flexible placement across conveyors and pallets.
• Repeatability: ±0.06 mm (±0.002 inches), ensuring consistent stacking patterns.
• Speed:
  • J1 axis: 128°/s
  • J6 axis: 322°/s
  • Cycle time optimized for high-throughput production.
• Hygiene Compliance:
  • Stainless steel construction (FDA & EHEDG approved).
  • Food-grade lubricants on all joints.
  • IP65/IP67 protection against dust and water ingress.
• Installation Flexibility: Ground or inverted mounting, adaptable to compact production spaces.

Why It Stands Out:
Unlike generic industrial robots, the KUKA KR60-3 is engineered for food-grade environments, combining durability with precision. Its 60 kg payload and 2.03-meter reach make it ideal for stacking heavy cases of beverages, dairy, or frozen goods.

2. Applications in Food Production Lines

The KUKA KR60-3 excels in automating repetitive, labor-intensive tasks across various food sectors:

A. Dairy & Beverage

• Stacking milk crates, yogurt cups, or bottled beverages onto pallets.
• Case packing: Collating multi-packs of juices or soft drinks.
• Cold storage compatibility: Functions reliably in refrigerated environments (e.g., stacking ice cream boxes).

B. Meat & Poultry Processing

• Palletizing vacuum-sealed meat trays or bulk boxes of processed meats.
• Hygiene-critical operations: Stainless steel build prevents contamination.

C. Bakery & Confectionery

• Stacking bread loaves, cake boxes, or chocolate bars for distribution.
• Gentle handling: Prevents crushing delicate baked goods.

D. Frozen Foods

• Palletizing frozen vegetables, ready meals, or ice cream tubs in sub-zero temperatures.
• KR QUANTEC PA Arctic variant: Operates at -30°C without protective enclosures.

Case Study:
A Middle Eastern beverage company deployed the KUKA KR700 PA (a higher-payload variant) to stack 4500 bottles/hour, reducing labor costs by 40% while improving pallet stability.

Features:

• Product Name: Industrial Robot Cell
• Footprint: 850mm X 950mm
• Axes: 6axis
• Repeatability: 0.06mm
• Warranty: 1 Year
• Protection Rating: IP65

This Industrial Robot Cell is designed for robotic manufacturing and is ideal for the use of robotics in manufacturing . With its 6axis movement and high repeatability of 0.06mm, it is a reliable and precise tool in the industrial robot industry . It also comes with a 1-year warranty and an IP65 protection rating, ensuring that it can withstand harsh manufacturing environments.

Technical Parameters:

Applications:

The KUKA KR60-3 palletizing robot cell can be mounted on the floor or ceiling, making it versatile and adaptable to different production lines. It has a palletizing efficiency of 700 times per hour (single line operation grab bag) and 500 times per hour (single line operation), making it suitable for high-volume production environments.

For easy installation, the KUKA KR60-3 palletizing robot cell comes with 3d models, foundation and flange dimensions supplied, and a training video provided. In addition, free consultation and prompt after-sales service are available to help customers get the most out of their investment.

The KUKA KR60-3 palletizing robot cell also has a well-stocked robot spare parts stockroom, ensuring that any necessary repairs can be made quickly and with minimal downtime. Robot training is also available to help operators get up to speed quickly and operate the machine efficiently.

Overall, the KUKA KR60-3 palletizing robot cell is a great choice for businesses looking to improve their production efficiency. With a 1-year warranty and original packaging, customers can be confident in their purchase and enjoy peace of mind. Contact us today to learn more about this top-of-the-line industrial robot cell.

Support and Services:

The Industrial Robot Cell product technical support and services include:

- Installation and commissioning of the robot cell

- Training for operators and maintenance personnel

- Troubleshooting and diagnosis of technical issues

- Regular preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance

- Upgrades and retrofits to improve functionality and extend lifespan

- 24/7 technical support for urgent issues

Packing and Shipping:

Product Packaging:

The Industrial Robot Cell product will be packaged securely in a wooden crate to ensure safe transportation. All components and accessories will be carefully arranged and wrapped with protective materials to prevent any damage during shipping.

Shipping:

We offer worldwide shipping for the Industrial Robot Cell product. The shipping cost will be calculated based on the destination, weight, and dimensions of the crate. Shipping time will depend on the destination and shipping method chosen. We will provide a tracking number once the product has been shipped.

FAQ:

*Q:Why are we?

A:Our company works robot industry over fifteen years. Programming robot inclusive KUKA ,ABB,YASKAWA,FANUC,ESTUN(Chinese ROBOT ),EFORT(Chinese robot). the business involved simulation,programming,service after warranty period.

*Q:How about our service concept?

A:We keep on phone open all day. Stand in customer view to provide rationalization solution and robot selection.

*Q:What products can we offer?

A:robot, energy supply for robot, linear for robot. Training for robot. Gripper for handling.

*Q:Why you purchase from us?

A:You don’t worry about after-sales problem to cooperation with us.

About us

Companies in the "customer first, quality first, the user first" purpose, we will as always Warm and sincere service for all users, friends and customers, create brilliant tomorrow. Our main customers are Baosteel, INO,Volkswagen,Geely and so on. Over fifteen years experience in the robot industry. Our engineers can design solution,simulation,program and troubleshooting. So if you have any issue of robot. Call us any time. We will try our best to solve the problem. The other advantage is after-sales service,we have robot spare parts in stockroom. We can response promptly to help you resolve robot fault. We also have robot training. The course include programming, electric, mechanic and expert programming. So welcome to join our college.