Cobot cells
Collaborative palletizers are compact, run from a standard socket and can be moved between lines. Operators set patterns on a tablet. They suit light cases at moderate speeds.
Industrial robots
Four-axis palletizing robots are faster, carry heavier loads and can serve several lines and pallet positions, inside a guarded cell.
Safety
Both need a risk assessment. Cobots often use area scanners to slow or stop when someone approaches.
Choosing
Check case weight, cases per minute, pallet height and how often the cell must move.
