With the Helix 4 EVO, Robopac is presenting a fully automated rotary arm wrapper for high-throughput applications at LogiMAT 2026. According to the manufacturer, the system is designed for various industries - from classic intralogistics to the food and beverage industry to the handling of empty containers.
The modular design enables different versions and adaptations to specific layout and process requirements. Larger pallet formats can also be integrated. If required, a cover sheet system can be retrofitted without the need for fundamental modifications.
Process reliability with unstable loads
A central element is the Easy-Lock system for cord formation. This works without a pallet lifter and is designed to support stable fixing of the load. In combination with a spring clamp and an integrated cutting and sealing system, the wrapping process can be automated - even for irregular or delicate products.
The rotary arm winder thus addresses applications in particular where classic standard programmes reach their limits. The aim is to achieve reproducible transport protection with a high level of line integration.
Film management and energy efficiency
Against the backdrop of rising material and energy costs, film consumption plays a key role. Robopac has opted for a dual-motor pre-stretching system with infinitely adjustable film pre-stretching and precise tension control. According to the company, this allows the amount of film used to be reduced while the stability of the pallet load is maintained or increased.
According to the manufacturer, energy consumption has also been further optimised. In addition to pure performance, key figures such as consumption, process stability and total cost of ownership are increasingly coming into focus.
Availability at a glance
A troubleshooting system and a TPM module are integrated directly into the HMI to ensure system availability. The system provides operators with illustrated instructions for fault diagnosis and supports maintenance measures. At the same time, the TPM system monitors machine cycles and motion sequences and provides early warning of upcoming maintenance work. Spare parts can thus be procured more predictably and downtimes reduced.
Supplemented by transport and test solutions
In addition to the pure wrapping process, Robopac refers to other modules in the end-of-line area. These include driverless transport systems from the AURIGA series, which automatically transport pallets into the warehouse and can be integrated into existing ERP structures.
With the TechLab, the company also operates a test system for packaging and handling tests. Here, palletised loads are tested under realistic transport conditions in order to define wrapping parameters and material usage for specific applications.
This means that the rotary arm winder is not positioned as an isolated machine, but as part of an integrated overall concept for automated end-of-line processes.
Robopac at the LogiMAT 2026: Hall 8, Stand F31
Source: Robopac
