Hi-Level Palletizing

What Is High-Level Palletizing?

A high-level palletizer is a machine that stacks products onto a pallet. Its name comes from the way products enter the machine. In these systems, products like cases, bags, or trays are fed into the machine at a high elevation, usually about seven to nine feet above the floor. Here’s a simple breakdown of how it works:

• Infeed – Products go up an incline conveyor belt.
• Orientation – The machine turns the products to face the right way for the stacking pattern.
• Row Forming – The products are arranged in rows.
• Layer Formation – An entire layer is pushed onto a stripper plate.
• Stacking – The machine places the layer onto the pallet, which is lifted to meet the layer.
• Lowering – As each layer is added, the pallet lowers down until it’s full.

Once the pallet is full, it’s lowered to a discharge conveyor at floor level, and a forklift or automated vehicle takes it away. This differs from low-level palletizers, which lift products from the floor to the top of the stack.

Our Comprehensive High-Level Palletizing System Solutions

An automatic high-level palletizer is a complete system that integrates with your current setup. HS Automation uses advanced technology to ensure every stack is stable and square. A square stack is important because it prevents the load from tipping over during transport. Key features of our systems include:

• Speed – These machines are built for high-speed production lines, offering stacking rates of up to 2,600 bags per hour.
• Flexibility – Our systems can handle different pallet sizes and product types. Whether you use standard wood pallets or plastic ones, the machine adapts.
• User-Friendly Controls – Operators can easily change settings using simple touchscreens.
• Safety – We built safety into every part of the machine, including guard rails and emergency stops, to protect your workers.

Common Applications of High-Level Palletizing Systems

An industrial palletizing system is versatile. You’ll find these machines in many different industries across Canada. Because the high-level layer palletizer forms an entire layer at once before placing it on the pallet, it’s very gentle on the product. It compresses the layer from the sides to make it tight before stacking, creating a much more stable load than stacking one bag at a time. Among the industries that use this technology are:

• Food – Stacking bags of flour, soybeans, sugar, and salt requires speed and care.
• Agriculture – Feed, seed, and fertilizer bags must be stacked tightly so that they don’t slide.
• Construction Materials – Heavy bags of cement, concrete mix, or aggregates are perfect for these machines.
• Consumer Goods – Large distribution centers use them for household products.

Why High-Level Palletizing Is Ideal for Heavy and High-Speed Operations

Generally, if you have a high-volume production line, you’ll benefit from high-level palletizing. These systems excel in heavy and fast environments due to:

• Faster Cycle Times – High-level palletizing promises efficiency and speed because it pushes layers of product rather than a single unit every time.
• Better Load Stability – Forming layers at a high level allows the machine to squeeze each layer into a perfect square before placing it, resulting in stable pallets that are safe to ship. Furthermore, this process compresses layers from the top, keeping them flat and level.
• Continuous Operation – An automatic high-level palletizer enables continuous feeding. The product builds up on the accumulation conveyor while the full pallet is swapped for an empty one. This means your production line never has to stop.

HS Automation has years of engineering experience, so you can count on us to assess your space, product, and goals before recommending the high-level palletizing system that delivers the best return on investment. Customers throughout North America partner with us for:

• Local Expertise – If you need support, parts, or service in Ontario, we’re easily accessible.
• Customization – We tailor our solutions to fit your specific constraints.
• Quality Support – Our team provides training for your staff so that they feel confident running your new equipment.