Pearson Packaging Systems

Pearson Packaging Systems Leading innovator in secondary packaging automation.

For 70+ years, Pearson Packaging Systems has engineered reliable case erecting, packing, sealing, and palletizing solutions that maximize uptime, safety, and performance on every production line. Pearson Packaging Systems specializes in the design, production, integration and service of secondary packaging automation solutions. As a systems provider, Pearson offers a full line of customizable mach

inery that erect, pack, seal, and palletize top-loaded cartons and cases. Focused on minimizing total cost of ownership, Pearson Packaging Systems is dedicated to a solution-driven partnership. For over fifty years, a diverse set of high-volume manufacturers and distributors has relied on our engineered systems and continuous service support.

06/15/2026

In Secondary Packaging, automating pulp insertion is the easy part.
Keeping the line moving is the hard part.

That's where the operator's time should go.

Consistent robotic insertion gives that time back, one repeatable placement at a time.

Lose that, and the work lands right back on the operator.

Misplaced trays.
Inconsistent picks.
Small handling errors that turn into downstream bottlenecks.

The RPI Robotic Pulp Inserter brings that step under control inside one robotic cell.

One robot.
One footprint.
Scalable solution.

This cell is engineered around output and reliability:
• FANUC America Corporation robot for repeatable placement
• Pick-off carriage for clean, one-at-a-time singulation
• Custom tooling that grips both tray sides through the move
• Angled placement that seats trays into tight cases
• Inline pulp magazine that runs over the case conveyor
• Tool-free changeover with User Centric Design and HMI guidance

The real value is not automation for its own sake.

It is consistency.

Every tray placed the same way, shift after shift, so a small step never becomes a big interruption.

Explore the RPI Robotic Pulp Inserter:
https://pearsonpkg.com/equipment/pack/robotic-partition-inserter/rpi/

05/21/2026

For advanced manufacturing operations, the challenge is no longer whether to automate palletizing.

It is how to keep high-mix output moving when cases, crates, pallet patterns, and downstream flow keep changing.

That is especially true in dairy, where corrugated cases, SRPs, and reusable plastic crates share the same end-of-line environment.

Different formats.
Different tooling.
Different pallet patterns.
Same uptime expectations.

In this application, the RPC-MX brings that complexity under control inside one coordinated robotic palletizing system.

This cell is engineered around the realities of high-mix palletizing:

• Dual robotic palletizing zones
• Multi-case vacuum picking for RSC cases
• Clamp-style tooling for reusable plastic crates
• Automated pallet dispensing and discharge flow
• Quick automated EOAT exchange
• User-centric HMI guidance for changeover and recovery

Cases and crates need different handling methods, but they should not become two separate end-of-line problems.

The RPC-MX helps high-mix lines keep output moving across formats without turning every packaging change into palletizing friction.

Explore the RPC-MX Configurable Robotic Palletizer:

https://pearsonpkg.com/equipment/robotic-palletizing/rpc-mx-configurable-robotic-palletizer/

05/07/2026

Robotic case packing is not just about whether the robot can pick the product.

It is about whether the full case-packing process stays controlled.

• Cases need to enter square and consistent.
• Product needs to be presented consistently.
• The robot needs to pick accurately.
• Each SKU needs the right placement and pack pattern.
• Operators need clear changeover and recovery guidance.
• Packed cases need to move downstream sealed and intact.

That is what this RTL-MX application demonstrates.

A CE25 Case Erector forms square, consistent cases before they enter the RTL-MX Robotic Case Packer.

Product is introduced through an operator-fed load station, then vision and line tracking help the robot pick moving products accurately.

Inside the case, programmable placement controls product location and depth by SKU, while recipe-driven pack patterns adapt to product and case requirements.

Downstream, automated tape sealing with the CS15 helps protect case integrity through downstream handling.

Robotic motion is not the full story.

What really matters is a controlled case-packing process engineered around the product, the case, the operator, and the line.

That means:

→ repeatable case forming
→ accurate product picking
→ stable product transfer
→ SKU-specific placement
→ flexible pack patterns
→ guided changeovers
→ graphical fault recovery
→ sealed cases ready for downstream handling

For manufacturers evaluating robotic case packing, the better question is not only: Can the robot pick it?

It is: Can the system control the variables that determine case-packing performance?

That is the difference between a robot cell and a production-ready case-packing system.

Explore RTL-MX robotic case packing:

https://pearsonpkg.com/equipment/pack/standard-case-packer/

04/13/2026

When evaluating a case erector, footprint is only part of the decision.

A bigger question is whether the machine can keep case control and seal quality stable at production speed.

The Pearson CE35 Case Erector is designed for operations that need reliable performance in a smaller footprint, with speeds up to 35 cases per minute and a case-handling sequence built to support consistency from blank pickup through sealing. It is available as either a glue machine or tape machine.

This video shows how that control is built into the cycle:

• Indexed infeed helps keep case flow controlled
• Ergonomic blank loading keeps knockdowns ready for steady output
• Vacuum-guided pickup opens each case with controlled, reliable motion
• Dual opposed vacuum helps maintain more consistent case opening at speed
• Horizontal forming, closing, and sealing help support stronger case control through the cycle
• Synchronized transfer helps protect case squareness through the machine
• Hot melt application supports secure, dependable seals
• Servo-controlled compression helps apply precise pressure to each seal
• Graphical guided HMI changeover tools help make adjustments easier and reduce downtime

That is where the CE35 stands out, using dual opposed vacuum to open corrugated blanks from both sides while synchronized transfer helps protect case squareness through closing and sealing.

The CE35 is also built around Pearson’s User Centric Design approach, which shapes the operator experience through a more intuitive HMI, guided changeovers, easier troubleshooting, and maintenance support built for real production environments.

For manufacturers looking at secondary packaging automation for smaller spaces, this is what controlled case erecting looks like.

Learn more about the CE35:
https://pearsonpkg.com/equipment/case-forming/ce35/

04/08/2026

Any bliss box former can claim speed.
Protecting case quality and line stability is harder.

The Pearson BF30 Bliss Former is built for bliss box forming at rates up to 30 cases per minute, helping operations produce bliss boxes with greater consistency.

What makes the difference is not just that it runs at 30 cases per minute.
It is how it runs 30 cases per minute.

This video shows the full BF30 cycle, from blank presentation and panel handling to glue application, forming, and clean case takeaway. But the real value is not just speed.

It is the design behind the result.

A gravity-fed magazine keeps blanks ready for pickup. A powered end-panel magazine with following paddle helps present panels accurately for forming. And the forming section is designed to support consistent glue compression and case squareness, helping produce strong, durable bliss boxes that move cleanly downstream.

The BF30 also includes User Centric Design, with an intuitive HMI, interactive guidance, live sensor maps, and maintenance-focused features that help reduce training time and make setup, changeover, and recovery easier.

For teams running bliss cases, that means more than output on paper. It means a machine designed to support steadier flow, more reliable forming, and a better operator experience.

03/31/2026

Throughput is not just robot speed. It is how little interruption the line has to absorb.

That is why real throughput starts with continuity.

This compact dual-floor robotic palletizing cell is built for continuous operation:

• Repeatable pallet builds for steady, reliable output
• Twin-case picks that help increase throughput
• Case alignment that supports more consistent dual picks
• Dual pallet stations that help keep production moving
• Stainless washdown construction for sanitation-focused environments

User Centric Design adds another layer of value by simplifying training, changeovers, and day-to-day operation for the people running the line.

For teams evaluating robotic palletizing for high-volume case handling, the RPC-DF shows what practical throughput looks like: steady flow, fewer interruptions, and a cell designed to keep working.

Explore the RPC-DF:
https://pearsonpkg.com/equipment/robotic-palletizing/rpc-df/

03/06/2026

When output is the priority, your case erector has to keep up.

The CE50 case erector is built for high-speed packaging lines where throughput, consistency, and uptime are non-negotiable. It runs up to 50 cases per minute while maintaining square, reliable case forming in demanding production environments.

Servo-driven motion across all major functions, combined with dual-opposed vacuum control and synchronized flight lugs, ensures consistent case forming and control at high speeds. The result is stable performance where variability and downtime aren’t acceptable.

The CE50 is a fit for operations that already understand automation and need a high-output case erector that can scale with line speed, production volume, and long-term growth.

02/27/2026

Not every packaging line needs a traditional case erector.

The RRCE robotic case erector uses a FANUC America Corporation robot to erect cases in a single, flexible cell, supporting multiple case sizes without dedicated changeover hardware. This approach is well suited for operations where case order, size, or mix can vary throughout the day.

Designed for high-mix environments, the RRCE combines articulated robotic motion with dual-opposed vacuum control to deliver consistent case opening, square forming, and continuous operation. Ergonomic stacked magazines support a compact footprint, while cases can be replenished without stopping production.

Rather than replacing traditional equipment, the RRCE offers manufacturers another option to automated case forming, one that prioritizes flexibility, ease of operation, and adaptability as packaging requirements evolve.

02/20/2026

When output needs to increase, space and simplicity still matter.

The CE25 case erector is designed for packaging lines that need more speed than entry-level equipment without moving into high-speed complexity. It runs up to 25 cases per minute in a compact footprint, using vertical case presentation and dual-opposed vacuum control to ensure consistent, square case forming.

The CE25 is available with either tape or hot melt glue sealing, giving operations the ability to select the sealing method that best fits their application and packaging requirements. Changeovers are guided through an intuitive HMI and designed to be completed quickly and repeatably.

The result is a practical step up in secondary packaging automation, more output, greater application flexibility, and dependable performance in real production environments.

02/17/2026

Bagged palletizing fails when bags deform and pallets drift.
This system is built to keep both under control at production speed.

This video shows the RPC-MX Configurable Robotic Palletizer using dual FANUC America Corporation robots to move 40 lb. bags and build stable pallets in a footprint efficient layout.

Two added capabilities make this solution work in real production environments.

First, an in line checkweigher with reject diversion keeps out of spec bags out of the pallet build to prevent bad pallets and protect load quality.

Second, automated slip sheet handling with manual assist reposition supports repeatable layer builds and faster replenishment while keeping the cell moving.

The supporting design details matter for bagged product palletizing.

• Controlled infeed and accumulation to maintain spacing and stability.
• Automatic pallet dispensing to keep robots running.
• Alternating two level transfer logic to balance flow between robots.
• Adhesive application to improve layer stability.
• Full support EOAT to reduce deformation and product loss while keeping placement consistent.

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