Granta Automation approached us to develop a collaborative robotic (Cobot) palletising solution suitable for compact shopfloors and 24/7 usage. The system needed to accommodate multiple packaging types while ensuring operator safety, flexibility, and rapid deployment.

• Ensuring the design fits into a confined space with enough room for a collaborative robot, safety enclosures, and pallet loading.

• Compatibility with various product shapes and weights (boxes, trays, etc.).

• Integration of control panels and sensors without interfering with robot arm movement.

• Designing for both standard forklifts and pallet trucks.

Using SolidWorks, our design team:

• Created a modular layout allowing fast assembly and reconfiguration.

• Designed custom gripper toolpaths and pallet stacking logic to simulate performance pre-build.

• Integrated safety fencing, conveyor systems, and operator access points.

• Developed detailed manufacturing drawings and a full BoM (Bill of Materials) for the entire setup.

• Successful deployment of the Cobot Palletiser on the client’s shop floor.

• Reduced client setup time and space usage by over 30%.

• Improved handling of mixed-load products.

• The client was able to replicate the design across multiple production lines with minor tweaks.