TOTAL PACKAGING SOLUTIONS
Case Packer- Top Load Gravity Drop
ADM Top-Load Gravity Drop Case Packers are designed for applications where heavier, stable bags up to 5 kg can be efficiently loaded into cartons using a controlled gravity-drop method. This approach delivers a simple, robust, and cost-effective solution for products that do not require precise orientation during case packing.
Commonly applied to liquid-filled bags, dry powders, pet food, and agricultural products, gravity-drop systems collate and release bags directly into cartons, maintaining throughput while minimising mechanical complexity.
The system incorporates an integrated case erector, gravity-drop loading station, and case sealer within a single, coordinated machine. Cartons are automatically erected, filled, and sealed in one continuous process, ensuring consistent case quality and smooth line flow. The system synchronises with upstream VFFS or premade pouch machines and interfaces directly with downstream palletising equipment.
By integrating case erection, packing, and sealing into one engineered solution, this reduces manual handling, supports heavier bag formats, and improves overall packaging efficiency in demanding production environments.
The Top-Load Gravity Drop Case Packer is an integrated end-of-line system designed to automatically erect cartons, load filled bags by gravity, and seal cases within a single coordinated machine. It is engineered for applications handling heavier, stable bags up to 5 kg, where controlled drop loading provides a reliable and efficient case packing method.
In operation, flat carton blanks are automatically erected and positioned beneath the loading station. Filled bags exiting a VFFS or premade pouch machine are collated and released into the open carton using a controlled gravity drop, ensuring accurate case fill while maintaining throughput. Once filled, the carton advances directly to the integrated sealing station, where it is closed and sealed ready for palletising.
The gravity drop method minimises mechanical handling and complexity, making this system well suited to products such as liquid-filled bags, dry powders, pet food, and agricultural products. The design allows for consistent case filling without the need for robotic or pick-and-place mechanisms, reducing maintenance requirements while maintaining production reliability.
As part of an ADM turnkey packaging line, the Top-Load Gravity Drop Case Packer synchronises with upstream bagging equipment and downstream palletising systems, providing a compact, production-ready solution that reduces manual handling and improves end-of-line efficiency.
Key Features – Top-Load Gravity Drop Case Packer
- Integrated system combining case erection, gravity-drop loading, and case sealing
- Designed for heavier and stable bags up to 5 kg
- Controlled gravity drop for reliable bag placement into cartons
- Suitable for liquid-filled bags and robust dry products
- Simplified mechanical design for high reliability and reduced maintenance
- Synchronised operation with upstream VFFS and premade pouch machines
- Consistent carton formation and sealing within a single machine footprint
- Compact layout to optimise floor space at end-of-line
- Built with industrial-grade components for continuous production
- Designed to interface directly with downstream palletising systems
- Safety guarding and interlocks designed to Australian standards
Applications – Top-Load Gravity Drop Case Packer
The ADM Top-Load Gravity Drop Case Packer is best suited to applications where filled bags are robust, stable, and typically up to 5 kg, allowing them to be loaded into cartons using a controlled gravity drop. This approach is ideal where precise bag orientation is not critical and reliability and throughput are the priority.
Typical applications include:
- Liquid-filled bags — water, liquid additives, liquid fertilisers, and industrial liquids
- Dry powders — powdered foods, protein powders, chemical powders, and mineral blends
- Pet food — dry pet food and treats packed into medium-weight bags
- Agriculture & gardening products — fertilisers, soil conditioners, seed blends, and bulk gardening products
This system is commonly selected where producers require a simple, durable, and low-maintenance case packing solution capable of handling heavier bags without complex pick-and-place mechanisms.
Integrated into an ADM turnkey packaging line, the gravity drop case packer synchronises with upstream bagging machines and delivers sealed, pallet-ready cartons to downstream palletising systems—improving end-of-line efficiency while reducing manual handling and labour dependency.
Example — Liquid Additives into Cartons
A manufacturer packages liquid-filled bags up to 5 kg and requires a reliable method to load them into cartons without complex handling. Bags exit the bagging machine and are conveyed to the Top-Load Gravity Drop Case Packer, where cartons are automatically erected and positioned beneath the loading station.
Bags are collated and released into the open carton using a controlled gravity drop before moving directly to the integrated sealing station.
System capability includes:
- Reliable handling of liquid-filled bags
- Integrated case erection, loading, and sealing
- Consistent carton quality ready for palletising
Example — Dry Pet Food Bags into Retail Cartons
A pet food producer requires automated case packing for dry pet food bags up to 5 kg. Filled bags are transferred from the bagging line to the gravity drop case packer, where cartons are erected, filled, and sealed in one continuous process.
The gravity drop method provides a simple and dependable solution for robust bags where precise orientation is not required.
System capability includes:
- Efficient handling of medium-weight pet food bags
- Reduced mechanical complexity and maintenance
- Seamless integration with palletising systems
Specifications
| Model | ADM-ATLG-1 | ADM-ATLG-2 | ADM-ATLG-3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed (max) | 30 cycles per min | ||
| Bag Speed (bpm) | 30bpm – single bag loading | 60bpm – dual bag loading | 90bpm – 3 bag layer |
| Bag Size (mm) | W80-350 × H100-400 × D100mm | ||
| Case Erector Speed (max) | 12 cases per min (max) | ||
| Carton Size (mm) | L250-600 × W120-400 × H120-400 | ||
| Tape Size (mm) | 48mm × 300 diameter | ||
| Blank Storage (mm) | 1300mm | ||
| Machine Size (mm) | L5025 × W2000 × H2160 | ||
| Power supply | 415V, 50Hz, 3 phase, 6kW | ||
| Weight | 2500kg |