The packaging industry is undergoing a profound transformation. Smaller batch sizes, a wider range of materials, and growing sustainability demands are driving the need for innovative machine concepts. At the same time, cybersecurity and digital compliance are non-negotiable. Machine builders require solutions that evolve with these changing demands.
Lenze – your trusted partner for tailored packaging solutions. Leverage our concentrated expertise. With a scalable portfolio and open system architecture, we collaborate to develop high-performance packaging machines for consumer goods and pharmaceutical applications. Our motion control technology, backed by deep application know-how, helps you build packaging machines that are both precise and powerful.
Modular & flexible packaging machines
Small batch sizes, fast cycle times, diverse product lines, and customized packaging – the food industry demands maximum flexibility. Machine operators need energy-efficient packaging machines with precise motion control that reliably handle a wide range of sizes, shapes, and materials. With our comprehensive motion control portfolio, we take care of the complex tasks of motion control for you, giving you the freedom to design a modular machine architecture tailored to your needs.
Precise packaging systems
A wide variety of packaging materials – from films and cartons to delicate products – requires flexible and highly accurate motion control. Whether it's simple positioning or complex high-speed robotics, your packaging machines must be scalable and powerful.
Lenze supports you with a comprehensive motion control portfolio – from controllers and servo drives to gearmotors. With Lenze’s broad range of electromechanical solutions, you can build high-performance packaging machines tailored to your needs.
Sustainable drive and automation technology
The packaging industry is caught between cost efficiency and environmental responsibility. Machine builders must develop energy-efficient and resource-saving solutions – driven by regulations, rising energy costs, and growing sustainability awareness. Lenze supports the transition to recyclable packaging with energy-efficient technologies such as IE5/IE6 drive packages featuring sensorless positioning, regenerative drives, and precise temperature control for sensitive materials.
Your benefits at a glance:
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Precise packaging thanks to end-to-end servo technology
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Energy-efficient drive systems for sustainable processes
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Easy integration into existing lines
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Scalable machine concepts for future-proof production
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Faster time-to-market thanks to Lenze FAST Software Engineering Modules
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Modular and scalable software and hardware can be adapted to any requirement. Lenze’s winder solution compensates for disturbances such as friction and acceleration effects. This prevents material tears and waste, and enables the use of thin, tension-sensitive films – all without additional costs for specialized tension sensors.
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Intelligent drives: The machine learns the drive parameters directly from the process, eliminating the need for complex expert testing.
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When packaging materials or humidity levels change, the machine automatically adapts.
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The preconfigured “cross cutter” technology module calculates the cam profile for the synchronous movement of the cross-sealing roller and synchronizes it with the master axis. This prevents empty packages and products from ending up between the sealing jaws.
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Lenze FAST Application Software enables parameterization instead of programming – no deep robotics expertise required.
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With Lenze FAST Robotics, you benefit from a predefined robotics template and integrated low-code functionality, allowing you to implement automation solutions quickly, easily, and flexibly – with up to 80% less programming effort. The digital twin enables convenient testing, optimization, and validation of both software and mechanics.
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Our comprehensive simulation capabilities within the robotics template take all application-relevant parameters into account – allowing users to precisely ensure the expected performance of their application in advance.
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Another key advantage is the openness of our software. You remain independent and can integrate your own core competencies.
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The integrated controller combines logic, motion, and robotics in a single unit – eliminating the cost and engineering effort of additional controllers. It also offers easy connectivity to peripherals such as cameras, conveyors, and more.
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Our robotics solution also enables seamless integration with MES/ERP systems – for features like track & trace, recipe management, and machine coordination.
