Robotic Packing
Packing performance is typically constrained by variability at the station and inconsistent flow between picking, packing, and outbound. Robotic packing removes that variability at the point of pack. Universal Robots handle placement and sequencing with repeatable cycle times. While MiR AMRs connect packing to upstream and downstream processes, keeping stations fed and clearing output without manual transport.
The result is a packing operation that runs consistently under load, scales with volume, and stays aligned with upstream picking.
Where Robotic Packing Fits
Robotic packing is applied where:
Packing rates are inconsistent across shifts
Product presentation or orientation impacts speed
Labor variability affects throughput
Flow into or out of packing creates idle time
UR solves the packing task.
MiR stabilizes the flow into and out of the station.
Core Packing Workflows
Order Packing
UR Cobots place ordered items into cartons and MiR AMRs deliver to sorting or shipping
Case Packing
Cobot packs uniform products into standard cases and MiR AMRs move case to be palletized or staged
Kitting + Packing
Cobots build and pack complete kits and MiR AMRs deliver to outbound or line-side
Why UR + MiR
- UR stabilizes the pack process (placement, cycle time, repeatability)
- MiR stabilizes the system (flow, handoffs, coordination)
Together:
- Eliminate manual transport between steps
- Maintain consistent throughput across the workflow
- Allow packing capacity to scale without adding labor
Robotic Packing Customer Success
Natura integrated a Universal Robots UR12e collaborative robot into its EKOS production line. Previously, the packing process was carried out manually by two employees. The high volume of packages not only created ergonomic challenges but also required repetitive tasks that added little value to production. Now, the robot handles 70 products per minute.
The introduction UR collaborative robot aligned perfectly with Natura’s mission of innovation and sustainability. The production line handles eight different products, each with its own size and shape. To make this possible, the team implemented a quick-change cobot system that allows three tools to be swapped in just a few minutes. This flexibility lets the collaborative robot adapt easily to different package sizes.
Choosing the Right Robotic Packing Automation
UR20
Faster heavy payload robot
MiR600
Moves pallets up to 600kg
UR16e
Heavy-duty compact robot
Talk to a Logistics Automation Expert
A logistics automation specialist will follow up to review your operations, workflows, and fulfillment challenges. The goal is to understand your setup and identify practical automation opportunities to improve efficiency and scalability—no commitment required.
