Improved prefeeders: 3rd generation of the ADVECTOR
More than ten years ago, MINDA closed the last gap in the field of machine periphery and developed its own prefeeder which differed significantly from standard solutions on the market. The focus was on intuitive operation, short setup times, and optimal integration into existing layouts.
The third generation of the MINDA prefeeder Advector has been in use for over a year.
It features standardized and intuitive user interfaces, revised mechanics for a stable and even shingle flow, and improved service accessibility.
At the same time, MINDA introduced continuous production for the entire Advector series, with positive effects on quality, delivery times, and price stability.
Spherical Cross & Spherical Table: Fast availability and reliable operation
The experience gained from the development of the Advector was directly incorporated into other peripheral components.
In particular, the two modules that are decisive for bundle transport, the Spherical Cross and the Spherical Table, benefit from optimized production processes that enable extremely short delivery times. Both modules have no shear or pinch points and offer the operator maximum safety and direct access.
Strator Duo 2.0: Palletizing at a new performance level
Another key innovation is the second-generation Strator Duo, which reached market maturity at the end of 2024. Based on the experiences from the first series, a completely new module was created focusing on increased throughput requirements.
The Strator Duo is suitable for palletizing large-size goods, ensures precise layer formation, and is ideal for the structured further conversion of cut-to-size sheets and bundles. In addition, it enables the simultaneous destacking of two blocks side by side, thus increasing cycle rate with a wide variety of formats. This enables the Strator Duo to keep up with high machine throughputs. Depending on the format, up to three stacks can be created simultaneously.
Our MINDA bundle conveyor technology, specially developed for the corrugated board industry, is used to implement a wide variety of pallet patterns. The line is supplemented by modular components of MINDA palletizing technology.
Preliminary commissioning of our palletizer meant that installations at customer sites could be completed successfully in an exceptionally short time, which is a clear advantage for plants with short changeover intervals.
Together with the Strator, the Strator Duo offers a complete peripheral platform for converting machines. For customer-specific requirements in the field of robotics, we cooperate with our partner MuK Maschinen und Konstruktion.
Future-proof periphery
The further developments of the MINDA periphery, consisting of the prefeeder Advector, the breaker Fractor, the palletizer Strator, the bundle conveyor technology, and the palletizing robot, follow a clear line: short distances, maximum automation, intuitive operation, and maximum process reliability.
In combination with intelligent interfaces, AI-supported assistance functions, and pre-visualized layouts, a peripheral system is provided that meets the requirements of today's modern corrugated board industry and is prepared for future demands.
