VIRTUO

Automatic Packer

Fast. Precise. Compact.

 

Reduce Manual Labor

Double Folder-Gluer Productivity

Achieve ROI within 1-2 years

 

The Virtuo Automatic Packer reduces manual tasks by automating the packing process so you can increase your folder-gluer speed.

Virtuo in action

 

 

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For Folding Carton and Corrugated Board

The Virtuo is optimized for medium to large folding carton and corrugated packaging. The Virtuo is the only automatic packer that can handle corrugated, micro-flute and litho-laminated boxes without bending and damaging the box.

Up to 8 Cases per Minute

Single Row, Single Layer Vertical Packing

Paired with the IN3XL, the Virtuo can pack boxes in any configuration your client requires – glue edge up or down. 
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Optimized for Medium to Large Straight-Line Boxes

Our clients see the greatest speeds improvements when running medium to large straight-line boxes. Many productions that integrate a Virtuo packer double their production of large beverage boxes. 
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Other Compatible Box Types

The Virtuo can also increase productivity on 4/6 corner boxes.
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Case Compatibility

It can run open top, also known as half slotted cases (HSC) cases or standard cases with flaps, also known as regular slotted cases (RSC). 
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no flap case

Changeover Time: < 10 Minutes

The Virtuo features an intuitive touchscreen interface featuring our all new industry 4.0 automation app for fast and easy recipe recall.

Paired with a Box Turner

The Virtuo is paired with a box turner to re-orient the box shingle to conform to the desired packing configuration. 

IN3XL

The VIRTUO is usually paired with IN3XL box turner. With the IN3, you can turn your shingle whilst keeping the Virtuo in-line with your folder-gluer. The IN3 is able to turn the shingle right, left, or allow the box to go straight through via by-pass mode. Usually the IN3 is set to turn the shingle right so that the glued edge will be on the top of the case. 

Base Configuration:

Virtuo Automatic Packer with Manual Case Feeding

  • 1 Operator erecting and feeding cases 
  • <6 meter footprint 

The base configuration allows automatic packing with manual case feeding. In this configuration you can reduce packing personnel to one operator who will erect and feed cases into the Virtuo. You can redeploy additional staff to other value-added positions in your facility.   
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Fully Automatic Configuration

Virtuo Automatic Packer paired with the IN3XL and Automatic Case Feeder

  • 1 Operator erects cases and feeds the Automatic Case Feeder(ACF).
  • The ACF automatically feeds the packer.

When using standard cases with flaps the ACF can be fitted with an Automatic Flap Opener(AFO) and Automatic Case Flap folder(4ff+). The AFO and 4FF+ are not necessary when using flapless cases. 

The IMPACK Automatic Case Feeder(ACF) can be integrated on either side of the virtuo. Not including the case sealer the Virtuo, ACF and Automatic Flap Opener(AFO) is <8 meters. 

The Virtuo can be combined with a 3rd party automatic case erector  and case sealer for a fully automatic packing process.  This results in a <10 meters footprint.

 
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How it Works

The introduction section counts and separates the shingle into batches that fit the case. Once a case is filled, the full case is ejected and an empty case is loaded. The accumulation conveyor and introduction section accommodate the transition by speed changes. 

The speed of the Virtuo is determined by the delivery belt of the folder-gluer, either via an encoder wheel or through a direct connection to the folder-gluer. The Virtuo has control functionality so that it will stop and start with the folder-gluer's delivery belt. Optional direct folder-gluer connectivity accommodates E-stop for jams. We have successfully connected to all major folder-gluer providers.  Our technician’s will support your team in making the connection.  

In Action

The VIRTUO paired with the IN3 box turner and Automatic Case Feeder(ACF).

 

Fully-Automatic Virtuo Packer

Optional Tooling

Narrow Belt

The Virtuo can be fitted with a standard or narrow belt. The belt size will be specified to match your production when you order.  

Tall Case Finger

If you have very large boxes, your case will be designed to fit up to 15KG. This sometimes results in a tall narrow box. These tend to be less stable due to the higher center of gravity so your Virtuo will be fitted with the Tall Case Finger. 

Case Tilt Assist (VTA)

Virtuo Case tilt assist is integrated for clients who packing boxes in tall cases with the glue edge down. 

Complimentary Solutions

After installing the Virtuo the speed of the folder-gluer will only be limited by the pace at which you can feed the blanks. Corrugated packaging (such as beverage boxes) is thick and the feed section of the folder-gluer allows only a limited amount of boxes to be fed at a time. The IMPACK Prefio Prefeeder is an excellent complementary solution that will help you have an optimized production. The Prefio allows your operator to feed a deeper stack of corrugated blanks into the folder-gluer 

Check out the Prefio here.
Some adjustments to your production are necessary to integrate the Virtuo.

When transitioning from hand packing to automatic packing some case adjustments may be necessary. The Virtuo grips the case while packing so there must be 10mm box clearance inside the case. 
Optimizing Your Production: 

At IMPACK we value clarity. We want to ensure the solution we propose fits your production. The Virtuo is not suited for very small boxes(such as pharma & cosmetic), can not do multi-row or multi-layer, and does not work with all auto-bottom boxes. For these box types you require the flexibility of the Ergosa semi-automatic packer. 

The VIRTUO can run simple rectangular auto-bottom boxes such as 6-pack beer carriers. Ask our sales team for more information.

If you have more than one folder-gluer  we recommend consolidating box types that are compatible with the Virtuo on one folder-gluer and produce other box types on another folder-gluer outfitted with our Ergosa Modular Semi-Automatic Packing Solution. 

Check it out the ERGOSA here. 

 

Case dimensions - Half slotted container (HSC)

 
 
Width
Length
Height
Virtuo
Min
200 mm
8 in
255 mm
10 in
205 mm
8 in
Max
750 mm
29.5 in
840 mm
33 in
545 mm
21.5 in
Diagonal
Max
900 mm
35.5 in
Virtuo Basic
Min
"
"
260 mm
10.25 in
Max
"
760 mm
30 in
"
Diagonal
Max
820 mm
32.25 in
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Case dimensions - Regular slotted container (RSC)

 
 
Width
Length
Height
Virtuo
Min
200 mm
8 in
255 mm
10 in
205 mm
8 in
Max
750 mm
29.5 in
760 mm
30 in
545 mm
21.5 in
Diagonal
Max
900 mm
35.5 in
Virtuo Basic
Min
"
"
260 mm
10.25 in
Max
"
680 mm
26.75 in
"
Diagonal
Max
820 mm
32.25 in
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Virtuo dimensions

 
 
Length
Width
Height
Virtuo
4235 mm
167 in
1925 mm
76 in
2410 mm
95 in

*The accumulation convoyer's length is 1830mm (72 in). The distance between 2 cases is at least 50mm (2 in). Depending on the case's length, up to 6 cases can stay on the convoyer at the same time.

Configurations with Virtuo

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VIRTUO - IN3 - XL

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