Palletizing robots

Fully automate pallet stacking operations with Core and Thor

• Standard Bots Core is the most advanced and affordable six-axis robot available today. 
• Core has better payload capacity, joint speed, repeatability, and camera vision than its competitors.
• Thor delivers the same precision and speed as Core, just with serious muscle for industrial-scale operations.
• An intuitive touchscreen interface means anyone can quickly set up and operate Core or Thor. No code required.

Automated pallet stacking

• Core: Easily automate palletizing and depalletizing with a 1.3 m reach and best-in-class 18 kg payload.
  
• Thor: Handle bulkier loads and taller stacks with a 30 kg payload and 2-meter arm span for wider palletizing zones.
  
• Our team can deploy complex pallet stacking automations in under a week with vision, no-code programming and our portable base.
  
• Both robots work alongside operators with safety features built in – no fencing required.

Why choose Standard Bots for palletizing?

Automated palletizing with Standard Bots turns end-of-line stacking into a fast, consistent, and safer process. Our palletizing cobots fit tight spaces, handle variable SKUs, and deploy quickly with no-code setup.

Thor

• Heavy-duty payload: 30 kg payload supports bulkier, heavy-duty cartons and bags
• Extended reach: 2 m arm span covers wider palletizing zones and larger stacks
• Built for scale: Designed for heavy-duty manufacturing with U.S.-built reliability at a $49.5K price point

24/7 reliability: Thor runs continuously with predictive maintenance and AI-enhanced fault detection, designed for the demanding pace of heavy palletizing operations.

Extreme durability: IP69K rating withstands the harshest factory conditions, from high-pressure washdowns to dust and debris in automotive and aerospace environments.

AI-powered setup: Beyond no-code programming, Thor uses AI to learn from demonstration, automating complex processes and palletizing patterns that traditional programming methods can't handle.

Core

• Handles heavy loads: 18 kg payload covers most box, bag, and carton sizes
• Precision stacking: ±0.025 mm repeatability ensures stable, uniform pallets
• Compact design: Small footprint fits into tight warehouse and shop floor layouts

Cobot: Core safely operates in busy loading bays without the need for safety fencing, using built-in sensors and automatic collision detection.

Vision: Core’s integrated vision system tracks items on conveyors, removes defective products, and stacks pallets in a variety of patterns.

No-code programming: In high-mix environments, operators can quickly create new palletizing routines through Core’s no-code interface, no prior programming experience required.

How do palletizing robots work?

Palletizing robots pick finished cases from an outfeed, place them on a pallet in a programmed pattern, and repeat with consistent accuracy. Core uses built-in vision for part localization, changeovers, and stack validation. You teach positions on a touchscreen and run jobs without writing code.

Key industries and applications

• Auto & electronics: Uniform boxes, high throughput
• 3PL/warehousing: Short-run contracts, fast re-teaches
• Consumer goods: Variable SKUs, seasonal changeovers
• Pharma & cosmetics: Traceable patterns, gentle handling
• Food & beverage: Mixed cases, slip-sheets, fragile packaging

How much does a palletizing robot cost?

Core lists at $37,000 for the arm, whereas Thor costs $49,500. Total palletizing system pricing depends on payload, reach, end effector, pallet height, and conveyors. Get a tailored quote for cycle time and stack height targets.

Benefits of palletizing with Core and Thor

Collaborative robotics: Core works safely around people in busy production areas without bulky safety fences. Thor adds heavy-duty performance while maintaining safe, collaborative design.

Affordable deployment: Both Core and Thor deliver higher speed, strength, and precision than competitors, but they cost far less than traditional robotic arms.

Heavy lifting: Core handles up to 18 kg per cycle, ideal for most cartons and bags. Thor extends capacity to 30 kg with a 2-meter reach, covering bulkier loads and taller stacks.

Implementation considerations 

Plan cell layout (infeed height, pallet position, and clearances), choose the right gripper for box size/porosity, and confirm pattern libraries in software. Validate floor load, pallet jack paths, and safety zoning before delivery. Run a sample SKU set to lock cycle time and pattern count. 

Is your operation ready for a palletizing solution?

If you have repetitive stacking, frequent changeovers, or ergonomic risks, a palletizing cobot pays back quickly. Start with your top two SKUs, then expand patterns as throughput grows.

FAQs

What does palletizing mean?

Palletizing means stacking products, usually boxed cases, onto a pallet in a defined pattern for storage or shipping. For examples and common patterns, see our guide on what palletized means. 

How do I choose the best robot for my palletizing automation needs?

The best robot for palletizing automation is chosen by matching payload, reach, case size, and pallet height to your line. Confirm required cycles per minute with your heaviest SKU and pattern. If you run mixed cases, prioritize vision and quick re-teach.

What industries do palletizing cobots best serve?

Palletizing cobots best serve food & beverage, consumer goods, pharma, cosmetics, electronics, and 3PLs that need frequent changeovers, ergonomic relief, and predictable stacking at the end of the line.

What product types can Standard Bots’ palletizer accommodate?

Standard Bots’ palletizer accommodates corrugated boxes, shrink-wrapped bundles, trays, and small totes. With the right gripper, it also handles vented or glossy surfaces. Provide dimensions, weights, and porosity to finalize the end effector.

What can I do to prepare my facility for a palletizing robot?

Preparing your facility for a palletizing robot means marking pallet positions, verifying infeed height and clearance, confirming power and network runs, and designating a safety zone. Review our implementation considerations to lock patterns, cycle targets, and changeover steps.

How long does it take to install a palletizing robot from delivery to full production?

Installing a palletizing robot typically takes only a few days when the layout, gripper, and patterns are finalized in advance. Plan one on-site day for placement and wiring, then run patterns and sign off after sample SKUs prove cycle time.

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