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Compact RC-1 Cobot Palletizer Saves Energy and Space for Fast ROI

Case-study

10/13/2022

RC-1 robot arm stacking boxes on a pallet

Industry

Food & Commodities

Application

Palletizing

Robot Solution

OMRON Cobots

Solving space, cost, and flexibility challenges in palletizing automation

Manual palletizing of heavy boxes and tall pallets was driving up labor costs and consuming valuable floor space for Reitec’s customers. Traditional systems required a large footprint and significant investment, making fast ROI nearly impossible. Personnel were exposed to repetitive strain, while operational inefficiencies limited throughput.

Reitec Engineering Services, collaborating with OMRON, developed the RC-1 cobot palletizer to address these challenges. By combining Reitec’s expertise in industrial control with OMRON’s advanced automation technology, the team delivered a compact palletizing automation solution that occupies minimal space and integrates seamlessly into existing lines. The RC-1 handles payloads up to 14kg, operates at up to nine picks per minute, and features a reach of 1300mm. Integrated vision allows for rapid product identification and quick adaptation to new SKUs or gripper positions.

The result: the RC-1’s energy consumption stays below 100 watts at full capacity, and its low acquisition cost ensures a short payback period. Customers benefit from reduced operational costs, improved worker safety, and the flexibility to adapt palletizing automation to changing production needs—without sacrificing valuable floor space.

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“The RC-1 palletising robot is the perfect solution for these applications, due to the low acquisition cost combined with a very short return on investment. It has a small footprint compared with traditional palletising solutions, and also has the advantage of a consumption well below 100 watts at full capacity.” — Jose Manuel Rodriguez, Technical Director at Reitec

Results at a glance:

Energy use below 100 watts, even at full capacity
Up to nine picks per minute with 14kg payloads
Compact footprint compared to traditional palletizers
Fast integration and easy adaptation to new SKUs
Reduced manual handling and improved workplace safety

Tailored palletizing automation for FMCG manufacturers

The RC-1 cobot palletizer enables manufacturers to reduce energy consumption below 100 watts, reclaim up to 30% more floor space, and minimize manual handling risks. With fast integration and the ability to adapt to new SKUs or pallet patterns, OMRON and Reitec deliver automation that meets real production demands. If you’d like to discuss your project plans, our team is here to help you find the right robotics automation for your needs.