Phoenix Handling Solutions Ltd

Verbruggen Bag Palletiser Range:

Bag palletisers are supplied by Verbruggen nl, they are manufactured to the highest quality and offer real value for money given the level of engineering. Bag palletisers range in both size and budget, according to the type, speed and available area for the machine.

There are more than 50 palletisers in the UK alone which can be viewed if required. We can also make sample tests in our factory in Holland with your product to prove the qualities of our unique system.

The VPM-5, VPM-6,VPM-7,VPM-8,VPM-10 Bag Palletiser machines are particularly suitable for small to large capacity outputs to palletize bagged goods, and to reduce labour costs whilst working in an ergonomic and compact manner. The machines have proven particularly valuable to the agricultural seed potato growers, root vegetable growers, pet foods, chemical and building industries. The entry model VPM-5 is available at a low price, with the higher capacity range also being very competitively priced.

The VPM range is compact and versatile. Thanks to their small size they can be easily and quickly installed. We can also supply an automatic pallet wrapping machine immediately after the palletiser to capture the load and ensure product does not move for transport.

The machines are suitable for all pallet sizes up to maximum 1600 x 1200 mm, but generally GKN Chep 1200 x 1000 and Euro pallets are mainly used.

Polypack specializes in designing and building packaging equipment that is tailored to the needs of your application. Polypack offers a wide array of product collation modules designed to meet the packaging requirements of all industries. All Polypack end-of-line packaging machines are built with the best materials and components available including stainless steel to offer a long life span, superior performance, durability and reliability.

Our belt conveyors come in a standard range of widths in 50mm increments from a nominal 200mm to 1200mm although the actual widths can generally be manufactured to specific requirements.
There are options for end drives and centre drives with both geared motors and drive drums with lengths of over 40 meters pulled with one drive.
We have modules for elevators/lowerators that give a separate chain driven feeder sections to achieve a horizontal portion to interface with roller conveyors. There is also a roller based top curve that gives a horizontal section at the top of the conveyor.
We have a range of single and multi stage brake/metering belts to martial product for accumulation, machine feeds and bends etc.

We have a large range of dispensers for pallets, dollies and base sheets/cards.
The pallet and dolly dispensers come in two main variations which are detailed below.
The fork types are used where the type or orientation of the pallet/dolly dictates that the only entry position is in pallet/dolly face that is perpendicular to the direction of travel.
The finger type is used where the entry position for the operation is parallel to the direction of travel. The finger type is usually the preferred option due to its cost effective construction and simplicity.
The fork type is actuated by a combination of pneumatics and motors with heavy duty roller slides.
The finger type is actuated via pneumatics only and has a range of fully adjustable stops to suit each application as well as the heavy duty roller guides of the fork type.

Our range of dolly and RTP handling conveyors and machinery comes in all shapes and sizes.
Within the dolly handling range we have lifts, conveyors, trolley cars, stackers and de- stackers.
The RTP handling range of equipment includes conveyors, right angle transfers, trolley cars, lifts, incline conveyors, nesters and de-nesters.
The Dolly Equipment enables individual dollies, dolly stacks or loaded dollies to be introduced into an automated environment for loading/unloading, wrapping or stacking/de-stacking.
The RTP handling equipment covers all aspects of conveying and manipulating RTP trays and tote bins. We build equipment to introduce RTP’s or tote bins into an automated environment, interfacing with washers and also end of line equipment such as robot palletisers for finished product stacking.

Our mattop conveyors are built to order and come in a standard range of widths in 50mm increments from a nominal 100mm to 1000mm although widths of up to 2500mm are achievable.
There are options for end drives and centre drives dependent on the layout. Drive is provided by either geared motors or special drive drums with integrated sprockets.
We have modules for elevators/lowerators that give a horizontal portion at the top and bottom of the conveyor for a better interface with other conveyors as well as rubber inserts for extra grip.
Construction can be of either mild or stainless steel and frames are 2.5mm thick. All the chains have full FDA approval so these conveyors are ideal for handling raw or unwrapped product.
Conveyors can be supplied with integrated bends which allow for smooth transportation during the change in direction.

Our pallet chain conveyor is primarily used to convey wooden pallets and large containers.
There are two basic types of conveyor which are twin and triple strand.
Both types use 1” pitch base roller chain and 12t steel sprockets with precision roller bearings on the idlers.
Side frames are manufactured from 3mm thick structural box section (either mild or stainless).
Standard width of the conveyors are 100mm less than the object to be conveyed but other widths are available to suit the application.
Lengths of up to 7.5 meters are available on one drive.
Standard motors are SEW Eurodrive but other motor manufactures can be used on request.

Our range of pallet lifts and stackers can offer various functions and be built in a variety of different formats. There are two basic types of machine.
Firstly there are pallet stackers that will take a pallet or box in to the machine then raise it into a position allowing a second unit to enter and be positioned underneath before lowering the first pallet or box onto the second.
Secondly there are simple lifts that can be fitted with either heavy duty roller, chain or belt conveyor to move pallets or large loads between different elevations or floors.
All the units are manufactured from heavy duty structural box section and thick gauge plate and are counterbalanced to help the efficiency of the drive arrangement.
The lifts arrangement is via a chain drive of different configurations dependant on the application.

Our pallet roller conveyor is primarily used to convey wooden pallets and large containers.
There are two basic types which are roller to roller drive and tangential drive.
Both types use 76mm diameter x 3mm thick wall tube with either a single or double 15t 5/8” pitch steel sprocket (dependant on type) and precision roller bearings.
Side frames are manufactured from 3mm folded steel in either mild or stainless steel.
Standard roller pitch is 158.75mm on roller to roller and 150mm on tangential drive but other pitches are available if required.
Standard widths of the conveyors are 80mm over the object to be conveyed but again other widths are available to suit the application.

Our right angle chain transfer conveyors come in all sizes to suit specific applications.
There are three basic types which are pivoting air bellow lifts, vertical air bellow lift and cam lifts.
All types can be supplied with any of the pallet roller and chain options described in the relevant data sheets.
Standard motors are SEW Eurodrive but other motor manufactures can be used on request.
Support stands and base frames are manufactured from box section and thick plate with a heavy duty adjustable feet for levelling.

Our turntables can be supplied in various configurations to suit the specific application.
There are two basic types which are friction drive and gear drive with a slewing ring.
All types can be supplied with any of the pallet roller and chain options described in the relevant data sheets.
Standard motors are SEW Eurodrive but other motor manufactures can be used on request.
Support stands and base frames are manufactured from box section and thick plate with a heavy duty adjustable foot for levelling.

We design and build a range of channelisers to order that would suit most application and products. Pathfinders are used when dividing or combining the flow of product on an automated production line.
We have a wide range of constructions to suit most requirements from large product machines at slow speeds to high speed machines for smaller product.
On one hand speeds of up to 300 packs per minute are achievable in certain circumstances while on the slower speed machines widths of up to 3 meters can be accommodated.
We have a variety of infeed systems that range from a simple brake/acceleration belt to sophisticated marshalling systems for multiple lanes.

Our powered roller conveyor is primarily used to convey and accumulate containers and boxes.
There are two basic types which are roller to roller and tangential drive.
Both types use 50mm diameter x 1.5mm wall tube with either a single or double 14t 1/2” pitch steel sprocket (dependant on type) and precision roller bearings.
Side frames are manufactured from 2.5mm folded steel in either mild or stainless steel.
Standard roller pitch is 76.2mm on roller to roller and 75mm on tangential drive but other pitches are available if required.
Standard widths of the conveyors are in 50mm increments from nominally 200mm to 1000mm but again other widths are available to suit the application.

Our slat conveyors are built to order and come in a standard range of widths that correspond to the standard slat widths available. Widths range from 1” to 12” and single, multi lanes and twin or triple strands are also available.
Drives are via a motor gearbox located at the end of the conveyor. SEW Eurodrive motor gearboxes are fitted as standard but other manufacturers units can be fitted on request.
Construction can be of either mild or stainless steel and side frames are 2.5mm thick. Support stands are manufactured from box section and incorporate articulating adjustable feet for levelling.
Conveyors can be supplied with integrated bends which allow for smooth transportation during the change in direction. End transfer plates are also fitted where necessary with small diameter rollers to create a smooth transfer between conveyors.

We design and build all types of special handling equipment to order. These projects are undertaken through close co-operation between ourselves, our customer and the end user to determine the exact requirements, operation and throughputs before design starts.
We produce a preliminary design scheme for discussion and eventually approval. When the equipment is built we then test all modules before shipment. (Levels of testing depend upon how much of the control system can be integrated within our factory).
We also have several experienced engineers that are available to help with the setup and commissioning of our equipment on site if required.
Within the design process we will look at specific issues related to each project and decided whether we can adapt something in our extensive range of standards and previous specials or if a completely new design is required. We have over 15 years experience in ‘blank sheet’ design within this industry.

Our trolley cars come in various guises and formats to suit specific applications.
Generally they are either a single or double position trolley car with an option of a two tier system if required.
All types can be supplied with any of the pallet roller and chain options described in the relevant data sheets or with other type of conveyor to suit individual requirements.
Standard motors are SEW Euro drive but other motor manufactures can be used on request.
Base frames are manufactured from structural box section and thick plate while the trolley car wheels are heavy duty castors mounted onto solid steel shafts and have a capacity of over 2.5 tonnes on a single car with four wheels and over 4 tonnes on a double car with six wheels.
The rails are also manufactured form structural box section and are supplied with a range of packers to facilitate leveling.

The modular design of the PHS gantry robots are cartesian in design complete with either 2, 3 or 4 axes adapted to pallet patterns, throughputs, products and layouts.
The required space is limited only to the frame supports allowing full access and many positioning possibilities.
The linear movements of the machine are very reliable and precise and have the following:
Well-adapted standard components
Control by P.L.C.
Their working speed can reach 90 layers / hour with removal of layer sheets and empty pallets storage.
The layer gripping arm is adapted for products to be de palletised. It can be:
magnetic for tins or cans
with inflatable tubes for empty bottles
with vacuum for vials, pots, cases or bundles
with suction cups for cartons, cases and boxes
with peripheral clamping for crates, trays and other open containers

PHS have a full range of Layer Palletisers. Machines range from small end of line dedicated machines, up to the higher speed models supplied by Lorenz Pan, Italy, especially suited to the Beverage and or Solid Foods Industry. UK references include, Nestle, Uni-Lever, Mars Group, Northern foods etc. Lorenz Pan have more than 1,000 references World Wide with 5 manufacturing plants in Italy, Austria and Slovenia. Lorenz Pan stand for high quality and low cost palletising solutions being bale to supply complete line solutions with both pack and pallet handling systems. Their HQ is in Bolzano Italy where the company was founded, here the detailed design takes place and after sales and service headed up. Lorenz Pan supply pack conveyors from the case packers or sleeve wrapping machines, through to the palletiser and onward after the palletiser to pallet wrapping machines and pallet labellers etc.

PHS are able to supply complete ‘Turnkey’ solutions with bag palletisers and stretch hooders, the ‘Dino’ machine below is perfect for protecting your palletised loads from the weather and makes the load tamper proof also. The machine is simple to operate and maintain and is very competitively priced.
The ‘Dino’ can easily stretch hooder shrink packs of soft drinks, cases, drums, bricks, tiles, paper rolls, basically any palletised load. The machine has a ‘Patented’ hood feeding system using twin drive belts to feed the hood to high level for opening. The real benefit of this superb machine is that we prepare a hood at low level, we cut it and heat seal it in preparation for feeding and stretching. By this time the hood seal is nice and cool ready for being stretched open under great tension.

Tosa 116 ROTATING ARM MACHINE:AUTOMATIC PALLET STRETCH WRAPPING MACHINE:
This entry model rotating arm machine is perfect, if your loads are light or unstable. The pallet does not rotate, only the film carriage. Power pre stretch comes as standard up to 250%. With auto film cutting and heat sealing of the film tail end, speeds of up to 40 pallets/hour possible.

Paper Board, Tissue & Non Wovens

PHS are pleased to announce that they have been selected to promote and sell the new high tech ‘Fibre Film’ which is the state of the art new stretch film with superior stretch qualities and can be as thin as 10 microns.
PHS recommends fibre film for its machines. Switching to Fibre film will help offset the cost of buying a new machine!
Fibre film is designed to dramatically reduce the amount of stretch film you use to wrap your pallets whilst increasing the load holding and stability of them.

Robotic palletisers are supplied by Trascar srl. The range includes Fanuc, ABB, Kuka or Motoman type robots fully integrated into a complete line if required. Also we have in the range ‘Gantry Robots’ with multi axis as required to handle many lines. Trascar specialise in a moving robot, using an articulated robot which can have up to 8 inputs/building positions with bar code scanning and sortation systems. The tooling is designed specifically for your product and genrally tends to be gripper type rather than vacuum, which we use only for interlayer or base sheets. If required for the food and beverage industry we can supply stainless steel items such as the tool, robot plinth, guarding and conveyors if its considered to be a wash down area.

PHS are UK agents for the French manufacturer Atecmaa, they produce a large range of semi automatic pallet wrappers. Pallet wrappers can be supplied to use from 9 microns to 23 microns film gauge and have variable programs available, easy load film carriage, auto top of load sensing, lockable controls etc. Machines can be supplied infloor or above floor as required. We also have a range of semi auto rotating arm models ideal for the logistics industry for order picked loads which can be unstable. In this case the load remains stationery whislt the film rotates around the load at low speed, the cell is fully guarded with safety mesh and a light barrier at the entry/exit position.

PHS supply complete turnkey solutions for waste handling, from automatic lid removal, tipping of waste into a skip, washing of bins, automatic palletising of the clean bins and conveyors etc. Waste re cycling is big business these days and we must all be mindful of the enviroment, Trascar Italy have great experience in this field with tried and tested installations which can be seen if required. We work closely with a well known washer supplier to provide the complete solution.