Automated Case Packing for Chip Canisters: Pick & Place, Tray Loading, and Box Sealing in One System

Looking for a high-speed, fully automated case packing solution for cylindrical containers like chip canisters, powdered drink mixes, or snack tubes? The Wraparound system is designed to do just that, streamlining your packaging process from infeed to sealed case.

In this video, you'll see a complete end-of-line automation system in action, handling chip canisters with precision and efficiency.

This case packing system brings together multiple mechanical and robotic components to automate the packaging of composite canisters into retail-ready boxes.

Here's how it works:

1. Infeed Conveyors & Screw Drive Alignment

The system begins by receiving chip canisters from upstream equipment. Dual infeed conveyors guide products into two sets of screws, dividing screws and staging screws,that gently separate and organize the canisters into two aligned rows.

A center divider keeps rows straight as they move down the line.

2. Product Staging & Transfer

As the canisters reach the end of the infeed system, a staging barrier and pusher system work in tandem to group products into precise bundles. These bundles are then moved by a transfer pusher onto cardboard blanks that are being prepared nearby.

3. Cardboard Handling with Picker Arm

On a separate cardboard conveyor, blanks are advanced and positioned. A picker arm with suction cups selects each blank and places it onto the lug conveyor, ready to receive the product bundle.

4. Lug Conveyor & Top Box Former

Once the product bundle is on the cardboard blank, the lug conveyor moves it into the box forming section. The system folds front and back flaps, then closes the inside flap and uses a top box former to fold the lid over the canisters.

This ensures a tight, secure fit, perfect for warehouse distribution or retail display.

5. Glue Application & Box Sealing

As the case moves forward, the glue melter unit pumps adhesive through hoses to glue guns. Glue is applied to strategic points on the flaps to seal the box firmly as it travels down the conveyor.

6. Discharge Conveyor

Finished boxes, complete with chip canisters, are then conveyed downstream for palletizing, inspection, or shipment.

Why Use an Automated Case Packing

System for Chip Canisters?

✔️ Protects fragile composite containers✔️ Reduces labor costs and human error✔️ Increases throughput and consistency✔️ Supports retail-ready packaging for club stores

Explore Automated Packaging Solutions

If you’re looking to automate your snack food or canister packaging line, this system demonstrates how efficient and precise the process can be, from infeed to sealed case.

Talk to a Polypack Team member to learn more about packaging machines for rigid containers, cans, and canisters.

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