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Three Shrink wrappers Prasmatic designed for dairy sector
End-of-line packaging solutions for the dairy industry
The dairy industry requires end-of-line packaging solutions that can combine speed, hygiene, product protection and format flexibility. Milk, yogurt, dairy desserts, cream, cheese, butter, ice cream and frozen dairy products all have different handling requirements, but they share the same need for reliable secondary and tertiary packaging systems that protect product quality from the production line to distribution.
Robopac supports dairy manufacturers with complete end-of-line solutions designed to automate the most critical packaging stages: shrink wrapping, tray packing, wrap-around case packing, case handling, palletizing, stretch wrapping and internal logistics. Whether the product is packed in bottles, cartons, bricks, cups, tubs, trays or frozen containers, each solution can be configured around line speed, available space, packaging format, hygiene requirements and pallet stability needs.
In dairy plants, end-of-line automation is not only a matter of productivity. It directly affects product integrity, shelf presentation, logistics efficiency and the ability to manage multiple SKUs with fast and repeatable changeovers. From high-speed milk lines to compact yogurt and dessert formats, from aseptic brick packaging to frozen dairy distribution, Robopac technologies are designed to create stable, efficient and scalable packaging flows.
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Talking of Dairy we have today a range of solutions dedicated to the worlds of bricks and bottles being able to boast special 90° machine feeding, full stainless steel machine execution, dedicated packagings taylor made on brick formats and shapes for satisfying at the same time the demand for cost saving and protection of primary packaging.
Compact and integrated solutions for palletising and strechwrapping both with traditional systems and robotic ones belong to our portfolio as far as smart product and pack handling solutions and conveyors.
As specifically requested by the dairy environment, in designing End of Lines, great attention is paid to space saving and to material igienic design & wash down features.
Robopac end-of-line solutions for brick and carton dairy products can be configured to manage different pack patterns and production needs, helping manufacturers automate the transition from primary packaging to case packing, palletizing and stretch wrapping. Wrap-around case packing is particularly suitable when the pack needs additional protection and high pallet stability, while tray and shrink solutions can support efficient handling and clear product visibility. For high-throughput dairy lines, automation also helps reduce manual handling, improve repeatability and maintain consistent packaging quality over long production shifts.
Compactness and igienic requirements is demanded in the branch of Frozen & Ice Creams but with specific solutions dedicated to product stacking before packaging.
Here we refer mainly to cups, tubs, sleve carton boxes, food that have to be stored at low temperatures.
Special attention is dedicated to machines executions for cold environment and handling of the product due to the frost surrounding it.
ce cream and frozen dairy products require end-of-line packaging solutions capable of protecting product quality in demanding cold-chain environments. Tubs, cups, multipacks, cones, frozen desserts and family-size containers must be handled with care to avoid damage, deformation or instability during packing, palletizing, storage and transport. Unlike ambient dairy products, frozen dairy applications add further complexity because packaging operations often need to manage low temperatures, condensation, rigid timing and strict logistics requirements.
Yogurt cups and dairy desserts represent one of the most dynamic areas of the dairy market. These products are available in a wide variety of formats, including single cups, multipacks, drinking yogurt bottles, dessert cups, tubs, premium desserts and portion-controlled packs. This product diversity creates a strong need for flexible end-of-line packaging solutions capable of managing different shapes, sizes, materials and pack configurations without compromising speed or product integrity.
For yogurt and dairy dessert manufacturers, secondary packaging must support both logistics efficiency and retail presentation. Cups and tubs can be packed in trays, shrink-wrapped bundles, cases, shelf-ready packs or promotional multipacks, depending on the distribution channel and brand requirements. The end-of-line system must therefore be able to manage delicate products, keep packs correctly oriented and create stable units ready for palletizing and transport.
One of the main challenges in yogurt packaging is the combination of high production volumes and frequent SKU changes. Dairy producers often need to switch between different flavors, cup sizes, multipack formats and seasonal promotions. Automated packaging systems with fast changeover capabilities help maintain production efficiency while reducing downtime and manual adjustments. This is particularly important for plants that manage several product families on the same line, from standard yogurt cups to premium dairy desserts and drinkable yogurt bottles.
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Case studiesTrevalli Cooperlat
Trevalli Cooperlat chooses Robopac Packers for the secondary packaging line
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Case studiesARLA FOODS CHOOSES ROBOPAC IN ITS HIGH-SPEED PACKAGING
Arla Foods, a leading dairy producer, chose Robopac's Prasmatic TC 800 CW range for packaging optimization, enhancing efficiency with speeds of up to 85 packs per minute.
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Case studiesMedina dairy and Freshways invest in Robopac end of line solutions
Since merging in 2021, with Medina Dairies Ltd, Freshways is now one of the UK leading dairy suppliers, with a number of UK facilities combining to process over 500 million litres of milk per year.
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Case studiesUSA: ROBOPAC AND TOPTIER BUILD SUNTADO'S NEW FOOD-DAIRY PLANT
Suntado, a leader in the co-packing of dairy beverages, has recently completed the installation of six secondary packaging lines at its plant in Burley, Idaho, made up of Robopac and Toptier solutions.
