Modify, Replace, Buy New: Understanding Your Options
Robot Palletizing System Modification
New Palletizing End-of-Line Equipment
Other Considerations for a Smooth Update to Your End-of-Line Palletizing System
You’ve looked at cost, weighed the pros and cons of each choice, and made your decision. Congratulations! What else do you need to know?
Appoint a Project Manager
Changes to your end-of-line system require planning to ensure your day-to-day operations continue with little to no disruption and your updates can come online with minimal disruptions or downtime.
For this reason, we advise that you have an in-house Project Manager to assist in:
- Scheduling
- Ensuring one point of contact for clear communication with your chosen integration provider
- Working with your integration provider to outline the system’s needs
Train Employees
New components, a new robot, or an entirely new system—either way, training is a must. Columbia/Okura offers training for operators at our facility prior to the system shipping. We can also conduct training for additional operators or new operators at your facility.

Reach your business goals with the experts
Deciding between a retrofit, a rebuild, or new equipment for your end-of-line packaging machinery will depend on your specific needs and long-term goals. Determining your priority, whether it’s budget, longevity, or minimized downtime, will help you make a strong decision for the future of your operations.
If you have questions about what kinds of components are available to modify your end-of-line equipment or what kinds of enhancements you could experience with an upgraded robot arm or new system, please contact us. Our experienced engineers and support team can explain how enhancing your system can gain efficiencies and improve throughput—improving your business’s bottom line for years to come.