Automation Services
Robotic Palletising & End-of-Line Automation Systems
Duke Control Systems is a UK-based industrial automation and robotics systems integrator specialising in robotic palletising and end-of-line automation for manufacturing and distribution environments.
We design, integrate, and commission PLC-controlled robotic palletising systems that handle boxes, cartons, trays, bags, and mixed SKUs, delivering reliable throughput while integrating seamlessly with existing production lines.
Controls-Led Robotic Palletising
Unlike off-the-shelf palletisers, Duke Control Systems delivers controls-led robotic palletising systems designed around your existing factory automation architecture.
- Clean integration with existing PLC platforms
- Consistent safety architecture across the site
- Long-term maintainability by in-house engineers
- Reduced downtime and operational risk
Our robotic palletising systems are built to operate as part of your production line — not as isolated machines.
Key Capabilities
Robotic Palletising Applications
We deliver robotic palletising solutions for a wide range of end-of-line applications, including:
- End-of-line carton and case palletising
- Bag, sack, and shrink-wrapped product palletising
- Mixed SKU and layer-pattern palletising
- Palletising with infeed and outfeed conveyors
- Integration with pallet handling, wrapping, and labelling systems
Each robotic palletising system is designed to meet your required throughput, payload, and footprint constraints.
Robot Integration Expertise
Duke Control Systems integrates industrial and collaborative robots for palletising applications, providing full system ownership from concept to commissioning.
Our scope typically includes:
- Robotic palletising cell design
- Robot programming and integration
- PLC, HMI, and SCADA development
- Conveyor and material handling integration
- Machine safety design and validation (PLd / PLe)
- Commissioning, testing, and operator training
We select and integrate robot platforms based on application requirements, performance, and long-term supportability.
Seamless Integration with Existing Production Lines
Many palletising projects fail due to poor integration with upstream equipment. Our background in industrial automation and control systems ensures robotic palletising systems that integrate cleanly with:
- Existing production line PLCs
- Packaging and processing machinery
- Factory SCADA and MES systems
- Site safety standards and procedures
This makes Duke Control Systems a strong partner for retrofit palletising projects, brownfield sites, and live production environments.
Example Robotic Palletising Project
Robotic Palletising System – UK Manufacturer
Duke Control Systems delivered a robotic palletising cell for a UK manufacturing facility, integrating an industrial robot with an existing PLC-controlled packaging line.
- Application: End-of-line robotic palletising
- Products: Cartons and mixed SKU cases
- Controls: PLC, safety PLC, HMI
- Scope: System design, integration, commissioning, and training
The system improved palletising consistency, reduced manual handling, and aligned with the client’s long-term automation strategy.
Talk to Us About Your Robotic Palletising Project
If you are considering robotic palletising or end-of-line automation, Duke Control Systems can help you assess feasibility, define requirements, and deliver a solution that integrates seamlessly with your factory.