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Efficient format adjustment in the packaging industry

Successful use of the conveyor belt with drygear® Apiro® gearboxes

How innovative technology masters the challenges in transporting food packaging and enables flexible format adjustment for product channelling thanks to igus® drygear® Apiro® gearboxes.
In the ever-growing food industry, very simple and quick format adjustment is crucial in order to manage different pack sizes and meet the highest quality standards. This is where the conveyor belt from the Italian company I.B.srl and the synchronisation of the innovative drygear® Apiro® gearboxes from igus® come into play together with the linear unit with drylin® SLW lead screw drive, which enables the flexible adjustment of the conveyor belt.

Profile

What was needed: A format adjustment that can handle different pack sizes and at the same time is suitable for use in the food sector
Requirements: It should be lubrication-free and maintenance-free to prevent production downtimes and be cost-effective in purchase
Industry: Processing/ packaging industry

Problem

The company I.B.srl was faced with the challenge of designing a conveyor belt for automating production processes. The aim was to increase speed, which in turn leads to precision and efficiency. In industries where large quantities of food packaging are processed, reliable and contamination-free transport is essential.
It is also about avoiding contamination. Food and packaging must be processed under hygienic conditions to prevent contamination. The conveyor system had to be designed to be easy to clean and to prevent contact with harmful substances such as lubricants.

Solution

Successful development of a food-compliant conveyor belt with igus® products:

Through the technical combination of drygear® Apiro® gearboxes, drylin® linear modules and motorised carriages, I.B.srl created a tailor-made food-compliant conveyor belt system that enables efficient product channelling. The components used are 100% free from maintenance and lubrication.
The solution not only led to improved production processes, but also increased quality, safety and reliability in the food and packaging industry. I.B.srl remains a pioneer in the industry thanks to the innovative technology of igus®.

Find out more about format adjustments in the packaging industry here

Products used

drygear® Apiro® Gearbox with hollow shaft

drygear® Apiro® stepper motor

SLW linear module - also available with right/left opposite drive

Food safety and FDA-compliance in focus

Versatility for the food packaging industry

Our drygear® Apiro® gearboxes were specially developed to meet the requirements of the packaging industry. Whether transporting boxes, containers or bottles - these gearboxes offer the flexibility needed to ensure everything runs smoothly. Their precise format adjustment ensures a seamless transition between different packaging sizes, minimising production interruptions.
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Format adjustment using clamps

Linear guides with manual clamp

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Manual format adjustment

Linear axes driven by hand wheel

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Automated format adjustment

Linear axes with motor and control system

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Automated format adjustment - also for retrofitting

Perfect for the packaging and beverage industry

However, major cost savings can also be achieved by retrofitting automated format adjustment in existing production plants. The modular gearbox system makes it easy and space-saving to integrate lane adjustments, curve adjustments and lateral guides of conveyor systems into existing systems. Most of the simple assembly can be carried out while production is ongoing, so that downtime is minimised.

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