VIRTUO
AUTOMATIC PACKER
For folder-gluers
High-volume, high-speed packing of straight-line boxes
Industries:
Performance at a glance
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Productivity
+ 50-100%
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Payback
1-2 years
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Speed
≤ 8 cases/min.
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Changeover
5-15 min.
Your Finishing Line is Ready for Automation
When one folder-gluer line is dedicated to high-volume straight-line boxes, full automation is the perfect fit. The VIRTUO eliminates manual packing entirely on that line, delivering up to 8 cases per minute with fast changeovers. The make-ready process is fast and easy and designed to minimize jams. Your dedicated line can now run at its full speed potential shift after shift.
Let the VIRTUO Do the Heavy Lifting
Repeatedly packing large, heavy straight-line boxes is one of the most physically demanding jobs on the floor. High turnover in these roles is common. People can't sustain the physical strain.
The VIRTUO solution can automate box turning packing, case feeding, flap opening and case management. Your packing personnel are redeployed to higher-value work elsewhere in your production.
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Controlled Scope. Unstoppable productivity.
Full automation delivers maximum output when the product scope is controlled and changeovers are infrequent. That is the environment the VIRTUO was built for. Large corrugated boxes. High sustained speed. Shift after shift. The VIRTUO does not notice.
The VIRTUO In Action
Engineered for Reliability
Full automation delivers maximum output when the product scope is controlled and changeovers are infrequent. That is the environment the VIRTUO was built for. Large corrugated boxes. High sustained speed. Shift after shift. The VIRTUO does not notice.
The VIRTUO Advantage
Accommodates Tall and Narrow Cases
Specialized tooling for tall and narrow cases prevents tipping.
Corrugated Boxes at Top Speed
The only automatic packer for corrugated.
Quick Change Tooling
Fast changeovers = minimal downtime
Fixed Line
Turn boxes left or right without lateral movement of machines.
Optional Manual Quality Control Station
Allows selective case diversion for inspection without disrupting line flow
Safer, More Sustainable Roles
Personnel move from heavy lifting to machine setup and monitoring. (Standard Configuration)
Real Results
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"With it, we can pack up to 30,000 bag-in-box units an hour into the cases."
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"Now that they're in operation (ERGOSA and VIRTUO), no one at Box Marche has to lift heavy stacks of boxes any more. On top of that, we can now better exploit the productivity of our folder gluer lines."
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"We improved a lot the life of the operators and the efficiency of the process. We have achieved higher rates at the machines, so I believe the investment was worthwhile."
Compatible Packaging Types
Compatible Case Types
Packing Configurations
3rd Party Machine Compatibility
The VIRTUO is integration-ready. It is designed to work alongside leading OEM folder-gluers and compatible 3rd party downstream equipment. IMPACK works closely with select partners to deliver tested and proven paired systems that simplify the buying process and reduce integration risk.
The fully automated configuration is specifically designed to integrate with third-party case erecting and palletizing equipment.
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Case Erector Machine
Compatible with most standard case erectors, case sealers, case labelers, conveyor systems and case palletizers.
IMPACK Service
The IMPACK service team guides you through setup, make-ready training, and beyond. They are experienced, straightforward, and genuinely invested in your succcess.
Fast Changeovers
Expanded Packing Possibilities
The IN3XL Box Turner that reorients the glued edge enabling every possible case packing configuration.
Specialized tooling extends compatibility to tall and narrow cases, a format most automatic packers cannot accommodate.
Configured to Fit Your Automation Goals
The VIRTUO is a modular automatic packing system with configurations matched to your automation goals. IMPACK can help you calculate the potential increase in capacity, labor cost recovery, and ROI. Reach out to our team to discuss your production needs.
Specs
Box & Case Size Compatibility
- Optimized for medium to large rectangular folding carton and corrugated boxes on dedicated, high-volume lines.
- Small to medium folding carton straight-line boxes may be better packed on an ERGOSA with an INH. The following boxes may work but require testing: 4 and 6 corner boxes, boxes with handles like basket beverage carriers, boxes with windows or other interlocking features.
- Small to medium folding carton straight-line boxes may be better packed on an ERGOSA with an INH. The following boxes may work but require testing: 4 and 6 corner boxes, boxes with handles like basket beverage carriers, boxes with windows or other interlocking features.
Other case dimensions are possible upon analysis. Reach out to your regional sales manager for an analysis.
Footprints
The VIRTUO is the most compact automatic packer on the market. Detailed floor layout assessed during pre-sale line review.
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VIRTUO Standard Configuration
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VIRTUO Fully Automatic Configuration
Let's talk Productivity.
Would you like to talk to an experienced member of the IMPACK team about optimizing your production? We can help you determine which solution is the best fit for your unique production reality based on your product mix and business objectives.
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Recommended IMPACK Pairings
The PREFIO automated pre-feeder for corrugated blank lines is a great Phase 2 add-on.
The VIRTUO can be paired with an IMPACK case management system with quality control station and case flap folding.
