How Palletizing Cobots Relieve the Manual Strain at Ornua Dairy [Video]

Ornua, a leading Irish dairy cooperative, wasn’t churning out the efficiency they desired. Their manual palletizing process, involving a variety of heavy dairy products, was a recipe for employee strain and reduced productivity.

The headache of manual palletizing

Manual palletizing of dairy products, from 6kg blocks of cheese to 12kg packs, took its toll on Ornua’s employees. Constant bending, stretching and lifting meant a high risk of repetitive strain injury (RSI) and fatigue. This was not only impacting on employee well-being, but also hampering overall production. It was vital to find a solution that would meet these physical demands while retaining flexibility for a variety of products.

Smoother operation: The Robotiq solution

Ornua found the answer in Robotiq’s Palletizing Solution with the UR20 cobot. This collaborative robot integrated seamlessly into their existing operations, eliminating the need for isolated, cumbersome automation systems. The user-friendly interface made it easy for employees to collaborate with the cobot, maintaining the human …