Beverage Pallet Unwrapping Solution using Three Hyundai HS220 Robots

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This industrial robot solution utilizes three Hyundai HS220 robots to automate the hazardous task of manually removing stretch wrap and straps from beverage pallets.

Previously, this process posed a significant risk of safety accidents because workers had to use manual cutters on pallets with high stacking heights. Although the complexity of the task made automation difficult in the past, Hyundai Robotics' specialized solution has made it possible. Additionally, the system neatly manages residual waste, minimizing the need for operator intervention and management.

Components

Robot	Robot: Hyundai HS220 (3 Units) 6-axis articulated robot, payload 220kg, reach 2,666mm, weight 955kg, repeatability ±0.11mm. Specialized System: Integrated pallet positioner and waste collection unit.

Workflow

STEP 1.	Top Securing (Robot 1): Fixes the top of the pallet and secures a gap to begin cutting the upper wrapping.
STEP 2.	Cutting & Holding (Robot 2): Cuts the stretch wrap and holds the loose end.
STEP 3.	Unwrapping: The positioner rotates the pallet to peel away the wrap.
STEP 4.	Collection (Robot 2): Transfers the removed wrap to the waste collection bin.
STEP 5.	Conveyor Disposal: The collected wrap is transported away via a conveyor.
STEP 6.	Top Strap Cutting (Robot 3): Cuts the packaging straps located on the top surface of the pallet.
STEP 7.	Side Strap Cutting (Robot 3): Identifies the side position and cuts the side packaging straps.
STEP 8.	Scrap Disposal (Robot 3): Disposes of the cut straps into the waste bin.

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Features

Hyundai Robotics: Korea’s No. 1 Market Share and Service Network

Industry Leadership: Since 1984, Hyundai has built a dominant domestic presence with an extensive lineup of industrial solutions.

Turnkey Expertise: Provides fully customized solutions by managing the entire lifecycle—from robot manufacturing and engineering to final on-site installation.

Wide Work Envelope and High-Precision Execution

Superior Reach: Utilizes robots with a working radius exceeding 2.6m, allowing them to easily handle pallets stacked up to 2m high.

Intelligent Sensing: Precisely detects the outer perimeter of the pallet and the exact location of packaging straps to ensure accurate cutting and removal.

Minimized Management Points and Continuous Productivity

Fully Automated Disposal: Includes an automated waste collection system for removed wraps and straps, minimizing manual housekeeping tasks.

24/7 Operation: Enables continuous, unmanned operation day and night without idle time, significantly boosting throughput.

Smart Factory Integration

Data-Driven Logistics: Integrates with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) for advanced logistics analysis and inventory management.

Seamless Interconnectivity: Capable of direct line synchronization with Autonomous Forklifts (AGV/AMR) for a fully automated material flow.

Results

ROI Period	24 months
Key Benefits	Complete reduction in labor required for pallet unwrapping. Increased productivity through consistent, continuous operation cycles.
Client Feedback	We initially thought this process was too complex to automate. However, by integrating various solutions from Hyundai Robotics, we successfully achieved a fully unmanned and automated system.