BluePrint Automation B.V.
About us
BluePrint Automation (BPA) specializes in secondary packaging. We manufacture case and tray packing solutions for flexible and other tough-to-handle packages such as doypacks, pillow bags and four-sided sealed bags, using different packing technologies including gravity, pick and place and vision guided robotics. BPA systems are constructed for around the clock operation and known worldwide for their quick change over, flexibility, speed and simple design. Backed by thousands of successful installations in over 30 countries, BPA has five full-service manufacturing facilities in Europe and the USA and ten additional subsidiaries throughout the world for sales and service. Our mission is to deliver solutions that offer true flexibility in real world production environments.
Products
Spider 200 - modular case packer for automatic forming, loading and closing of cases
The SPIDER 200 is the ultimate packaging machine for your vertical packaging requirements. Its default configuration, the SPIDER 200, fully automates bag handling and the vertical loading process of cases and/or trays. It includes BPA’s robotic platform provided with dedicated handling parts to match your specific application, including our patented SmartTrak system for high speed bag pre-collation and end-effector. The smart construction of this system significantly simplifies changeovers, making the SPIDER 200 easy to adapt to your future packing needs. Cases or trays are introduced to the SPIDER 200 manually, or pre-erect them automatically. This automated solution uses a smart transport system that suits any customer layout. On top of all these highly innovative features, all configurations of the SPIDER 200 include an ergonomic and open design. This provides for easy access to the machine and creates maximum process overview. The robust construction is made from high quality components, to minimize maintenance needs and maximize the continuity of your packing process.
Wraparound 100 - wrap around case packer for horizontal packing patterns
BPA offers excellent wrap around case packers. The WRAPAROUND 100 is a highly flexible, modern, servo controlled horizontal case packer. It distinguishes itself with its unique Catamaran construction style. This versatile machine is able to produce different case styles, offering you a large size range. Changeovers can be automated by a motor driven system. Built for a 24/7 production environment where performance and proven technology are of critical importance, the WRAPAROUND 100 answers virtually any wrap around need. It can be expanded with modular infeed systems to handle most products, orientations and speeds. This uses a variety of well proven concepts such as lane dividers, stacking units, stacking belts, racetracks, elevators, aligners, turning stations, tilting units and more.
SPIDER Q-series – fully integrated Delta robotic case packing system
Your industry is demanding, and turnkey delivery is a must. The SPIDER Q-series fully meets these needs. It is a collective name for our highly versatile, ultra-compact and flexible case packing systems, available in various executions. The SPIDER Q-series enables you to process a large variety of cases and bags with a high production speed and a highly limited footprint. It consists of a mono block frame design, that integrates a full option packing process. A process starts with bag quality checks and ends with a checked, filled and closed case as output. The SPIDER Q-series features a single HMI in which all controls are integrated. This significantly reduces human effort and increases overview of the system. Changeovers to other recipes are exceptionally smooth as well, as 90% of the changeover settings are fully automated, reducing typical changeover time into a less than ten minute effort. BPA is a global leader in Vision Guided Robotics. The added value of these systems to your organization and process is versatile. We will gladly engage with you about its numerous options, regardless of whether you are technically, practically or strategically oriented. Share your challenges with our experts today!
GRAVITY 100r – high-speed top loading of flexible bags into cases with an automatic case packing system
The GRAVITY 100R is a popular and quite impressive automatic case packing system. It is often used in the frozen food industry. This next generation flat packer is the result of decades of experience and innovation at BPA. In its design, our team emphasized on simplicity, hygiene, speed and durability. This rugged, simple workhorse contains everything to boost top loading output. Its rotors were chosen to deposit flexible bags into cases, and enable the machine to pack a wide variety of pack patterns at high speeds. Production speeds are boosted as case and bag size adjustments are all automated, also eliminating operator errors. Its open design provides exceptional visibility of the entire packaging process. This allows for fast and easy training of operators.
GANTRY 300 SWING Case Packer - high speed vertical and horizontal case packing
The GANTRY 300 SWING offers a large variety in case packing options, now and for any future expansions you may require. The GANTRY 300 SWING is capable of horizontal and/or vertical packing, and has a changeover time of less than five minutes. This optimizes efficiency of every step in your case packing process. The case packer consists of a robotic platform with two axes. It has dedicated handling parts to match the specific application for which you use it. The system includes BPA’s patented SmartTrak system for high-speed bag pre-collation and an end effector. These aspects simplify changeovers and makes your GANTRY 300 SWING easy to adapt for future packing needs. Its open and ergonomic design provides you with easy access to the machine, and maximum process overview. The robust construction, combined with high quality components, ensure production security and long-term continuity. As every production environment is unique, every organization requires a tailored solution. Challenge us and put our experts to the test, to devise the solution that fits your process like a glove. Contact us today!
SPIDER 300 Case Packer - Horizontal and vertical case packing
The SPIDER 300 enables you to pack flexible bags into cases both vertically and horizontally. The process used by this machine is as quick as it is innovative, and offers you a great deal of flexibility and versatility. Once bags exit the bag making machine, the vision guided spider robot orientates the products in the right position. For horizontal packing, products are picked up by the spider robot and placed directly into the case. For vertical packing, the empty case is first tipped 90° in front of the cassette. The spider robot then places the bags into the cassette. Once a cassette is filled with products, an automated pusher pushes them into the case in a single movement. After returning the case into a horizontal position, the bags are positioned vertically into the case. Once the case is packed, a new empty case is automatically placed in the filling position. This seemingly simple process is an excellent result of technical ingenuity. Every aspect of the SPIDER 300 is aimed at enabling you to maximize efficiency in your case loading process.
RS Create 43 Doosopzetter - Automatic case forming, folding and sealing
The RS-Create is a compact case forming solution that automatically forms, folds and seals corrugated cartons from flat blanks. This highly efficient and compact RSC case former is fully auto adjust for different case sizes and with its inline horizontal blank magazine it is prepared for connection to automated blank distribution system offered by BPA. The RS-Create has a simple design, is easy to use and changeovers of different case formats is fully automated. The machine produces perfect cases with 90 degree angled corners, which is important for the optimal stacking and protection of your products on a pallet. The RS-Create can be easily integrated into your new or existing BPA case-packing line or any other existing packaging line.
SnackMaster 200- very compact case packing solution for automatic forming, loading and closing of cases or trays with snacks bags
A very compact case packing solution for automatic forming, loading and closing of cases or trays with snack bags. The new SnackMaster 200 series is the ultimate compact packaging machine for your high speed vertical snack packaging requirements. Its default configuration, the SnackMaster 200, fully automates snack bag handling and the vertical loading process (on edge and flat) of RSC cases and/or trays. Optional the machine can be equipped with a fully integrated RSC case erector and tape closer. The smart construction of this system significantly simplifies change overs, as no format parts are required and the system is fully auto adjust, making it even more easy to adapt to your future packing needs. With its narrow footprint (width 1450 mm) this automated solution suits any customer layout. With an innovative, ergonomic design that prioritizes servo motors and offers easy access for operation and maintenance, the SnackMaster 200 series maximizes the efficiency of your case packing process.
Bag Inspector Jongerius Hanco
Bag Inspector The Bag Inspector or Seal Tester is designed to ensure only high-quality packs enter the secondary packaging machine. Multiple measurements are performed while the product passes through the Bag Inspector, where the bags are judged on leaks, emptiness and too much/too little airfill. Furthermore, the Bag Inspector detects double bags and is fitted with an removal system to make sure the faulty product does not enter the ACM. Product Handling Packs produced by the vertical form fill machine (Vff) enter the Bag Inspector and pass underneath the Bag Inspector head that checks if the packs meet the desired requirements. Performance The Bag Inspector can handle an input from the Vff of up to 140 packs per minute. The Bag Inspector not only has the ability to check for packs with leaks, it can also detect double packs, empty packs and it can recondition and reject packs.
Aligning Collating Multipackaging Machine ACM Jongerius Hanco
The Aligning Collating Multipackaging Machine, or ACM, is designed to handle pre-packed individual servings of product directly from a vertical form fill machine (or Vff). The ACM is a fully automated multipackaging machine, used for packaging into pre-made, wicketed polybags. Product Handling Packs from the Vff pass through the Bag inspector and enter the ACM. Within the ACM the packs are aligned in the desired pattern and pushed into a pre-made sack that is then sealed by the integrated sealer. The finished multisack then drops from the machine. Performance The ACM can handle an infeed from the Vff of up to 140 packs per minute. The ACM can produce between 10 and 32 multipacks per minute, depending on the desired configuration and weight (grams) of the packs. Packaging Because of the neat alignment of the packs within the multisack, the outer sacks can be transparent. However, packaging into printed sacks, paper bags, or neutral non-transparent film belongs to the options as well. Furthermore, Jongerius Hanco encourages the use of compostable plastics which the ACM is totally compatible with. These plastics are industrially- and home compostable and therefore a environmental-friendly alternative to ordinairy plastic sacks. Combinations The ACM can be combined with the following Jongerius Hanco machines: Bag inspector and Waste suction Unit
BPA’s Easy-D retail-ready case geschikt voor zij- of bovenladen
Discover BPA's Easy-D® Retail-Ready Case Packing Concept BluePrint Automation (BPA) introduces the patented Easy-D®, an innovative case-packing solution designed for food manufacturers meeting the growing demand for Shelf Ready Displays (SRD). Recently approved by Walmart, Easy-D® combines an ingenious box design with BPA’s case packer for optimal efficiency. What Makes Easy-D® Unique? The Easy-D® retail-ready case improves product loading and presentation. Its full wrap-around design supports both side and top loading, ensuring a neat, professional shelf display. Ideal for food producers aiming to meet supermarket standards efficiently. Key Features of Easy-D®: Turnkey Shelf-Ready Solution: A seamless process from packaging to shelf. Versatile Loading: Supports side or top loading and can be erected, loaded, and sealed on BPA’s all-in-one wrap-around case packer. Enhanced Protection: No perforations on front or side flaps, preventing transit damage. Easy-to-Open Design: Converts to a shelf-ready tray, reducing handling time for supermarkets. Neat Shelf Appearance: Pre-cut flaps and a higher back wall with look-through functionality ensure professional presentation and better product support. Why Choose Easy-D®? For food manufacturers addressing supermarkets' SRD requirements, Easy-D® offers ease of use, cost savings, and improved product presentation. Paired with BPA’s case packer, it optimizes packaging processes, boosting customer satisfaction and sales. By partnering with BPA, producers benefit from a global company providing exceptional support and service worldwide.