EP4245670A2 - Method for producing packages and packaging system for carrying out the method - Google Patents

Abstract

A method for producing packaging (12a; 12b), in particular cardboard boxes, is proposed, wherein in at least one method step packaging parts (32a; 32b), in particular cardboard parts, are transported by means of a transport device (14a; 14b) with a planar drive, the Packaging parts (32a; 32b) are each moved over at least one platform (30a; 30b) of the transport device (14a; 14b) that can be moved by means of the planar drive and are processed during a movement caused by the platform (30a; 30b), with at least one processing step for Producing a packaging (12a; 12b) from a packaging part (32a; 32b) takes place at least partially by a force caused by the at least one movable platform (30a; 30b).

Description

State of the art

Methods for producing packaging have already been proposed, for example by means of a packer top loader, a carton erector, a tray erector or a capper. As a rule, several processing lines are required to prepare and close the packaging. Additional processing lines are used for further processing steps, such as inspecting, gluing, etc. This requires large transport systems and/or packaging systems to be connected to one another, each of which must also be configured for a type of packaging to be produced.

In the WO 2018/176137 A1 A transport system with planar drive is proposed, whereby objects can be transported via movable platforms.

The object of the invention is to enable the production of packaging with all the necessary processing steps on a single, flexible processing line.

Disclosure of the invention

A method for producing packaging, in particular cardboard boxes, is proposed, in at least one method step

Packaging parts, in particular cardboard parts, are transported by means of a transport device with a planar drive, the packaging parts each being moved over at least one platform of the transport device that can be moved by means of the planar drive and being processed during a movement caused by the platform, with at least one processing step for producing a packaging from a Packaging part takes place at least partially by a force caused by the at least one movable platform.

Preferably, the platforms of the transport device are moved along a stator of the transport device to transport the packaging parts/packages via a combination of a magnetic force and an air flow applied to the platforms, the platforms moving at a distance from the stator. In particular, the platforms are held in a close area of the stator via the magnetic force, which acts in particular between the stator and the individual platforms. Preferably, the platforms are each moved along the stator via a force based on the reluctance principle, with the platforms in particular each being subjected to a reluctance force via a magnetic resistance that changes in the area around the platforms on the stator. In particular, the platforms can each be moved freely along a maximum effective surface of the stator, independently of fixed paths. In particular, when the platforms move along the stator, there is no frictional force between the stator and the individual platforms. In particular, the platforms are subjected to a force through the active surface by means of the stator.

Preferably, the individual packaging parts/packages are transported during transport by means of the transport device, in particular in certain areas and/or at times, through one platform, two platforms and/or several platforms. The packaging parts/packages are preferably supported on the platforms and/or held by the platforms, for example clamped. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the packaging parts/packages are held on the platforms via holding means, for example suction cups, clamping devices or the like. It is conceivable that the packaging parts/packaging stand on the platforms or hang on the platforms during transport using the transport device. Preferably The force is applied to the packaging parts in at least one method step during a movement caused by the platform(s) transporting the respective packaging part.

Preferably, the packaging parts for producing the packaging are moved by means of the transport device along at least one production route, which preferably runs along the stator, in particular at least substantially parallel to the active surface of the stator. It is conceivable that the at least one production route is dynamic depending on at least one or more process parameters, for example a type of packaging to be produced, a packaging part to be transported via the platform, a product type to be filled into the packaging or the like is adjusted during transport of a packaging part, in particular the respective platform(s) being moved over a different distance via the stator.

Preferably, the transport device is part of a packaging system which is intended for producing the packaging and for filling the produced packaging. Preferably, the packages produced are filled/loaded, in particular with products, during transport via the platforms of the transport device. In particular, the packaging/packaging parts are filled/loaded during or after production of the packaging during transport via the transport device by means of at least one product feed of the packaging system. Particularly preferably, the packaging is produced from packaging parts during transport by means of the transport device, in particular the platforms, and is filled/loaded with products during or after transport by means of the transport device, in particular the platforms. Preferably, the packaging parts are moved during transport by means of the transport device over the platforms to at least one packaging station of the packaging system, with the packaging parts in particular being processed to produce the packaging. The at least one packaging station comprises at least one tool for processing the packaging parts, preferably during a relative movement of the respective packaging part to be processed transported over a platform and the tool. The packaging parts are particularly preferred during transport over one or more Platforms of the transport system are processed to produce the packaging. The packaging produced is particularly preferably filled/loaded during transport via one or more platforms of the transport system. It is also conceivable that the packaging is filled/loaded during production, with in particular production of the packaging being completed after filling/loading.

For example, the packaging parts are cardboard blanks, plastic elements, wooden components or the like. educated. It is conceivable that the packaging parts are pre-processed, for example cut, coated and/or glued, during transport by means of the transport device. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the packaging parts are checked and/or inspected during transport by means of the transport device, in particular in order to ensure a sufficiently high quality of the packaging parts before or during the production of the packaging. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the packages produced are checked and/or inspected during transport by means of the transport device, for example before filling/loading or before closing. Preferably, the packaging parts and/or blanks of the packaging parts are transferred to the transport device, in particular to one or more platforms of the transport device, preferably by means of a user and/or by means of a feed unit, at at least one point of the packaging system, in particular the transport device.

The design of the method according to the invention makes it possible to produce packaging in an advantageously flexible and modular manner using a single processing line. In particular, required movements of the packaging parts can be carried out at least largely or exclusively via the platforms, which can particularly advantageously enable simple and cost-effective configurations of packaging stations on the transport device.

Furthermore, it is proposed that in at least one method step a packaging part is carried out during transport over a movable platform to carry out processing steps for producing packaging passes through a plurality of packaging stations one after the other. An advantageously compact processing line can be made possible. An advantageously simple and cost-effective design of the individual packaging stations can be made possible, especially since they are controlled directly via the platforms. The packaging part(s) are preferably processed during transport via a platform. It is conceivable that the packaging part is temporarily stopped for processing at at least one of the packaging stations. The packaging part is preferably processed in each packaging station with at least one tool. Preferably, the packaging part is moved/processed one after the other during transport by means of the platform over a plurality of packaging stations of a plurality of packaging stations of the packaging system. Preferably, in at least one method step, a plurality of packaging stations of the packaging system to be controlled are selected for each packaging part, in particular depending on the process parameter, an availability of the individual packaging stations, a number of the packaging part in a series of packaging parts, for example for regular checking of packaging parts or manufactured packaging , or the like. The transport device is preferably activated to individually control the individual platforms by means of a control unit of the packaging system. In particular, in order to produce the packaging, the individual or at least some of the packaging stations, in particular the tools, preferably the driven and/or controllable tools, are controlled by means of the control unit.

In addition, it is proposed that in at least one method step, at least one processing step for producing a packaging from a packaging part is carried out by at least two movable platforms that move relative to one another. Additional devices and/or tools for carrying out the respective processing step, for example for rotating, lifting or the like, of the packaging/packaging parts can advantageously be omitted. This enables an advantageously compact and cost-effective processing line. It is conceivable that a packaging part is transported by at least two platforms that move at least essentially synchronously along the stator. This is particularly important Packaging part for transport and / or processing simultaneously on the at least two platforms or is clamped by the at least two platforms. Preferably, the packaging part is processed, for example folded, deformed, rotated or the like, in at least one, in particular the, method step by the at least two movable platforms that move relative to one another. In addition, it is conceivable that the packaging part is processed, for example folded, deformed, rotated or the like, in at least one, in particular the, method step by interaction with a tool and a simultaneous relative movement of the at least two movable platforms. It is conceivable that the at least two platforms are moved relative to one another within a plane, in particular at least substantially parallel to the active surface of the stator, and/or viewed along the active surface of the stator at least essentially perpendicular to the active surface of the stator.

Furthermore, it is proposed that in at least one method step, at least one processing step for producing a packaging from a packaging part takes place through direct interaction of the packaging part moving over a movable platform with a tool that is at least essentially immovable relative to the movable platform. An advantageously simple and cost-effective design of the individual packaging stations can be made possible, especially since the packaging parts can only be moved via the platforms. In particular, the tool, which is designed to be at least substantially immovable relative to the movable platform, is used as a dispensing means, for example a nozzle or another opening, for dispensing an adhesive or as a backdrop, as an edge or the like. educated. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that in at least one method step, at least one filling/loading of a packaging part/a package takes place during transport over a movable platform, in particular during or between a movement, via a tool which is at least essentially immovable relative to the movable platform , which is designed in particular as a filling tool, for example a closable opening, as an exit of a conveyor belt, as a detachable gripper or suction cup or the like, for filling/loading the packaging parts or packages. This is preferred Packaging part processed in the processing step. Preferably, the packaging part interacts with the tool in a force-fitting and/or positive manner to carry out the processing step. For example, at least part of the packaging part is created by interacting with it, in particular as a backdrop, as an edge or the like. trained, tool moved relative to the remaining part of the packaging part, for example folded, bent and / or moved. For example, the packaging part is coated and/or provided with an adhesive during the processing step via the tool, which is in particular designed as a dispensing means. “Substantially immovable” is intended to mean, in particular, an embodiment of a tool, wherein a processing area of the tool, for example a contact surface of the tool for interacting with a packaging part, a dispensing opening for applying an adhesive to a packaging part and/or a dispensing opening for dispensing a Product for filling/loading the packaging parts/packages, relative to the stator, in particular the active surface of the stator, is designed to be immovable during the process for producing the packaging. In particular, it is conceivable that an at least substantially immovable tool comprises movable and/or driven components, for example for cutting or partially folding over packaging parts, with a processing area formed by the tool, the components, relative to the stator, in particular the active surface of the stator is designed to be immovable during the process of producing the packaging. Alternatively, it is also conceivable that the packaging system comprises packaging stations and/or tools that are designed to be movable, in particular movable in a driven manner, relative to the stator, in particular the active surface of the stator, and whose position is preferably changed at least temporarily during the process, in particular by means of the Computing unit.

Furthermore, it is proposed that in at least one method step during a movement of a packaging part transported over one or more movable platforms to produce a packaging, an adhesive is applied to the packaging part via the tool. An advantageously simple and flexible production of packaging with adhesive points can be made possible. Preferably, movable tools can be used Applying the adhesive can be dispensed with, especially since the packaging parts are moved over the platforms. Preferably, in a further method step, during a movement of the packaging part transported over one or more movable platforms to produce a packaging, at least one area of the packaging part provided with the adhesive is connected, preferably by means of a further tool of the packaging system, to another part of the packaging part and/or a Another packaging part is connected, for example by folding, bending, attaching or the like. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that in at least one method step a packaging part is riveted, clamped and/or during movement or transport over one or more movable platforms for producing a packaging using at least one tool of the packaging system to form a connection between individual areas of the packaging to be produced is stapled.

In addition, it is proposed that, in at least one method step, a packaging part transported over one or more movable platforms is folded during a movement to produce packaging. An advantageous, simple and flexible production of more complex packaging can be made possible. An additional movable tool for folding the packaging parts can advantageously be omitted. When folding a packaging part, at least one wall of the packaging part is preferably moved relative to at least one further wall of the packaging part, in particular about a common axis, wherein preferably the at least one wall and the at least one further wall are formed in one piece. In particular, the at least one wall and/or the at least one further wall, in particular in each case, is moved through interaction with at least one tool. It is conceivable that the at least one wall is supported by means of the platform(s) and the at least one further wall is moved relative to the at least one wall by means of the at least one tool. Alternatively or additionally, in particular in another method step, it is conceivable that the packaging part is supported by the platform, with the at least one wall interacting with at least one tool and the at least one further wall interacting with at least one further tool to fold the packaging part, wherein preferably the at least one wall and the at least one further wall are moved relative to one another and in particular relative to the platform. In particular, the tool(s) are/are for interacting with the at least one wall and/or the at least one further wall or for folding the packaging parts as backdrops, edges or the like. formed, wherein in particular the packaging parts, in particular the at least one wall and / or the at least one further wall, interact with the tools via a movement generated by the movable platforms. In particular, the tool(s) for interacting with the at least one wall and/or the at least one further wall or for folding the packaging parts are designed to be at least substantially immovable relative to the movable platforms. Preferably, in at least one method step, in particular before the packaging part is transferred to the transport device or in a previous processing step during transport by means of the transport device, at least one pre-fold seam is introduced into the packaging parts, with the packaging part folding during movement over the platform(s). which has at least one pre-fold seam.

Furthermore, it is proposed that in at least one method step a packaging part transported over a plurality of movable platforms is rotated about at least one axis to produce a packaging by a relative movement of the movable platforms. An advantageously high degree of freedom can be achieved when moving the packaging parts over the platforms. Preferably, the packaging part is rotated by the relative movement about an axis that is at least substantially perpendicular and/or an axis that is at least substantially parallel to the active surface of the stator. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the packaging part is rotated by the relative movement about an axis aligned obliquely to the active surface of the stator. For example, in at least one method step, packaging parts are rotated to inspect the packaging parts, preferably after a processing step, whereby in particular the packaging parts can be inspected independently of a movable sensor, such as a camera or the like. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that packaging parts are applied in at least one process step Adhesive is rotated onto the individual packaging parts, preferably relative to a tool, in particular at least substantially immovable, through which the adhesive is dispensed. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that in at least one method step, packaging parts are rotated to fold the packaging parts relative to a tool designed as a backdrop or edge, in particular at least essentially immovable, with areas of the individual packaging parts in particular in comparison to during folding Only translationally moving packaging parts can be moved over a larger folding angle. Preferably, the packaging parts are rotated about the axis by at least 90°, preferably at least 140° and particularly preferably at least 180°, in at least one method step by means of at least one platform or by a relative movement of several movable platforms. It is also conceivable that the packaging parts are rotated about more than one axis in space in at least one method step by means of at least one platform or by a relative movement of several movable platforms. For example, the packaging parts/packages are rotated to detect a surface and/or a wall of the individual packaging parts in the method step and/or a further method step. It is conceivable that the packaging parts are rotated to detect an identifier, for example a barcode, QR code or the like, and/or glued and/or differently coated surfaces of the packaging parts. For example, the packaging parts are rotated in such a way that a printed/coated side of the packaging parts faces a camera and/or another detection element in a further method step, for example when passing through a further packaging station.

Furthermore, it is proposed that the packaging parts are transported by means of the transport device along one of at least two different possible predetermined production routes, wherein in at least one process step packaging parts, in particular at regular intervals, for checking a processing step on a movable platform instead of over one of the production routes a different production route can be carried out. It can be advantageously simple and flexible in various ways Distances of movement of packaging and/or packaging parts during production can be made possible, for example for an inspection of individual processing steps carried out and/or packaging produced. Different processing lines for different manufacturing processes and/or different packaging to be produced can advantageously be made possible simultaneously and via a single transport device. In particular, the different production routes run over a different number of packaging stations and/or product feeds and/or through different packaging stations and/or product feeds of the packaging system. Preferably, one of the different production routes is assigned to the packaging parts by means of the computing unit depending on the process parameter of the respective packaging part. Preferably, the platform(s) transporting the respective packaging part is/are controlled in such a way that the packaging part moves along the production route assigned to the respective packaging part. For example, after a processing step, packaging parts are transported at regular intervals, for example one packaging part every 3 minutes and/or every tenth packaging part, to another production line, which in particular includes a packaging station for inspecting the packaging parts, preferably in order to control the quality of the processing step. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that packaging and/or packaging parts are filled/loaded with a product from a plurality of different products and/or with a different number of products, with the production lines in particular each comprising one of several different product feeds or through them get lost. It is conceivable that the various production routes are specified by a user and/or an external unit and stored in the control unit or by means of the control unit depending on the process parameter of the individual packaging parts/packages, on a position or a design of the individual packaging stations and/or or the individual product feeds and/or at least one process parameter specified by the user, such as a maximum packaging time for producing and filling the packaging, an inspection rate of the individual processing steps or the like. It is conceivable that predetermined production routes can be carried out using the control unit depending on the Process parameters of the individual packaging parts/packages, of a position or a design of the individual packaging stations and/or of the individual product feeds and/or of at least one process parameter specified by the user, such as a maximum packaging time for producing and filling the packages, an inspection rate of the individual ones Processing steps or the like can be adjusted, especially during the process.

In addition, it is proposed that in at least one method step during transport via the transport device, products are introduced into packaging or packaging parts, with at least one movable platform controlling a product feed of a plurality of product feeds depending on the availability of products at the respective product feed. An advantageously flexible, situation-dependent filling of the packaging on a packaging production line can be made possible. Preferably, the packaging can be manufactured and filled via a single processing line. In particular, the individual product feeds of the plurality of product feeds are each arranged on one of the different production lines. It is conceivable that different products are dispensed via the individual product feeds of the plurality of product feeds or that the same product is dispensed. In particular, the availability of the product dispensed at the respective product feed is communicated to the control unit via the product feeds, with the movable platforms being controlled in particular by means of the control unit to move to a product feed that is loaded with products or loaded with products at the earliest possible point in time.

Furthermore, it is proposed that in at least one method step, a plurality of different types of packaging are produced at least essentially simultaneously by means of the transport device, the movable platforms of the transport device each depending on a type of packaging part transported over the respective platform for producing one of the packaging types on a The predetermined production route assigned to the respective packaging type can be moved. It can be an advantageous A large number of different types of packaging can be produced simultaneously via a single processing line/transport device. An advantageous demand-optimized production of packaging can be achieved, in particular depending on a product type and/or a size of products to be packaged, which can in particular be provided on the transport device. It is conceivable that a packaging type of a packaging part to be transported is recognized and/or specified when the packaging part/the blank of the packaging part is transferred to the packaging system and/or by means of a sensor unit or the like. of the packaging system is recorded. In particular, the individual movable platforms are each assigned a packaging type, which in particular corresponds to the packaging type of a packaging part transported over the respective platform. Preferably, a production route is assigned to each individual packaging type to be produced and/or a production route is determined for each individual packaging type to be produced. In particular, the various production routes are designed differently from one another perpendicular to the active surface of the stator. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the different production routes in at least one region of the stator have a different minimum distance from the stator, in particular the active surface, with the platforms in particular being moved at a different height along the stator. For example, it is conceivable that packaging parts to produce a first type of packaging are moved past a tool via the platforms at a first height to the stator, in particular a wall of the packaging parts being folded, and packaging parts to produce a second type of packaging are moved over the platforms at a second height to the stator, which is in particular larger or smaller than the first height, can be moved past the tool, in particular a wall of the packaging parts being folded. In particular, packaging parts for producing the first type of packaging and packaging parts for producing the second type of packaging have a different size.

Furthermore, it is proposed that in at least one method step at least one movable platform is used to transport a packaging part for a processing step for producing a packaging in a transverse direction in a direction aligned, in particular with the previously mentioned, stator of the transport device, the packaging part being at least partially deformed during the processing step and in particular the minimum distance between the stator and the platform being increased. Processing steps can advantageously be made possible, whereby the packaging parts can be moved and/or processed at least partially in space, in particular from a transport plane. An advantageously high degree of freedom can be achieved when moving the packaging parts over the platforms. In particular, the movable platform for the processing step is moved transversely to the active surface of the stator, preferably away from the stator, in particular the active surface of the stator. Preferably, the movement of the movable platform transversely to the stator in an area of the stator takes place by increasing the flow of air through the active surface and/or weakening the magnetic field in the area of the stator, which is regulated in particular by means of the control unit. For example, a packaging part transported over two movable platforms is deformed or folded in one processing step by a movement of one of the two movable platforms transversely to the stator, in particular relative to the other movable platform, with in particular one wall resting on the platform and another wall on the other wall. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that tabs and/or walls of the packaging part can be plugged together by moving a platform transversely to the stator when interacting with a tool.

In addition, a packaging system for carrying out a method according to the invention for producing packaging, with at least one transport device with a planar drive, is proposed. The transport device preferably comprises a plurality of movable platforms and at least one, in particular the previously mentioned, stator. The movable platforms are preferably designed to be controllably movable independently of one another along the stator, in particular the active surface, via the stator. The packaging system preferably includes the control unit. Preferably, the packaging system comprises at least one packaging station and at least one product feed. It is conceivable that the packaging system comprises a plurality of packaging stations and/or a plurality of product feeds.

The control unit is preferably set up to control the movable platforms independently of one another via the stator in a movement along the stator. In particular, the control unit is set up to control and/or regulate the magnetic field generated in a close area of the active surface of the stator and/or the flow of air through the active surface of the stator in order to control the movable platforms. Preferably, the packaging station/s and/or the product feed/s of the packaging system are each arranged at least in a close area of the transport device, in particular of the stator, preferably at least partially on or on an outside of the stator that has the active surface. In particular, the close range of the transport device, in particular the stator, extends within a minimum distance of at most 1m, preferably at most 80 cm and particularly preferably at most 50 cm, which is oriented perpendicular to the active surface. In particular, the minimum distance depends on the size of the packaging to be produced. It is conceivable that the packaging station/s and/or the product feed/s of the packaging system are each or partially arranged on the transport device, in particular attached, or are set up separately from the transport device.

The design of the packaging system according to the invention enables an advantageously flexible and modular production of packaging. In particular, required movements of the packaging parts can be carried out at least largely or exclusively via platforms of the transport device, which in particular advantageously enables simple and cost-effective configurations of packaging stations on the transport device. This makes it possible to achieve advantageously low manufacturing costs for the packaging system.

The method according to the invention and/or the packaging system according to the invention should not be limited to the application and embodiment described above. In particular, the method according to the invention and/or the packaging system according to the invention can have a number of individual elements, components and units as well as method steps that deviate from the number of individual elements, components and units as well as method steps mentioned herein in order to fulfill a function of operation described herein. In addition, the in Value ranges specified in this disclosure are also considered to be disclosed and can be used in any way.

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Further advantages result from the following drawing description. Two exemplary embodiments of the invention are shown in the drawing. The drawing, description and claims contain numerous features in combination. The person skilled in the art will also expediently consider the features individually and combine them into further sensible combinations.

Fig. 1

eine schematische Darstellung eines erfindungsgemäßen Verpackungssystems zur Durchführung eines erfindungsgemäßen Verfahrens zu einem Herstellen von Verpackungen mit einer Transportvorrichtung mit Planarantrieb,

Fig. 2

eine schematische Darstellung eines beispielhaften Ablaufs des erfindungsgemäßen Verfahrens zum Herstellen von Verpackungen,

Fig. 3

eine Prinzipskizze zu Bearbeitungsschritten an einem Verpackungsteil während einem Transport mittels der Transportvorrichtung mit Planarantrieb zum Herstellen einer Verpackung und

Fig. 4

eine schematische Darstellung einer alternativen Ausgestaltung eines erfindungsgemäßen Verpackungssystems zur Durchführung eines erfindungsgemäßen Verfahrens zu einem Herstellen von Verpackungen mit einer Transportvorrichtung mit Planarantrieb.

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Fig. 1

a schematic representation of a packaging system according to the invention for carrying out a method according to the invention for producing packaging with a transport device with planar drive,

Fig. 2

a schematic representation of an exemplary sequence of the method according to the invention for producing packaging,

Fig. 3

a schematic sketch of processing steps on a packaging part during transport by means of the transport device with planar drive for producing a packaging and

Fig. 4

a schematic representation of an alternative embodiment of a packaging system according to the invention for carrying out a method according to the invention for producing packaging with a transport device with a planar drive.

Description of the exemplary embodiments

In Figure 1 is shown in a schematic top view of a packaging system 10a for producing packaging 12a and for filling the packaging 12a during production. The packaging system 10a is used to carry out a method 100a for producing packaging 12a (see Figure 2 ) intended. The packaging system 10a includes a planar drive transport device 14a (not shown in detail in figures), a plurality of packaging stations 16a, 18a, 20a, 22a, each arranged on the transport device 14a, and a plurality of product feeders 24a, each on the Transport device 14a are arranged. The transport device 14a includes a stator 26a, which forms an active surface 28a, and a plurality of movable platforms 30a, which are movable via the stator 26a along the active surface 28a. In particular, the stator 26a is designed as part of the planar drive. The movable platforms 30a are designed to be driven by the planar drive along the stator 26a, in particular the active surface 28a of the stator 26a. The transport device 14a is intended to move the platforms 30a at a distance from the stator 26a, in particular the active surface 28a, along the active surface 28a, in particular at least essentially parallel to the active surface 28a and / or a main extension plane of the stator 26a. The stator 26a is intended to apply a force directed towards the active surface 28a to the platforms 30a via a magnetic field. The active surface 28a delimits a large number of passages distributed over an entire area of the active surface 28a for a flow of air (not shown in figures). The stator 26a is intended to hold the platforms 30a in a state spaced from the active surface 28a by the air, in particular via an air gap between the platforms 30a and the stator 26a. A movement of the individual platforms 30a along the active surface 28a is realized via a reluctance force between the stator 26a, in particular a region of the stator 26a into which the respective platform 30a is to move, and the respective platform 30a. Preferably, the stator 26a is intended to provide a minimum distance at which the platforms 30a move along the stator 26a, each by adjusting a flow of air and/or the magnetic field in an area in which the respective platform 30a is on the Stator 26a, in particular the active surface 28a, is arranged to be adjusted, with the platforms 30a in particular move away from the stator 26a, in particular the active surface 28a, or towards the stator 26a, in particular the active surface 28a, in a direction aligned transversely to the stator 26a. The packaging system 10a is preferably intended to produce the packaging 12a from packaging parts 32a. Preferably, the packaging system 10a is intended to fill the packaging 12a/packaging parts 32a with products while the packaging 12a is being manufactured. In particular, the packaging system 10a is intended to produce one of the packages 12a from one of the packaging parts 32a. It is also conceivable that the packages 12a are each made from a plurality of packaging parts. The packaging parts 32a are designed as cardboard parts, in particular cardboard blanks. In particular, the packaging system 10a and/or the method 100a is intended for producing cardboard packaging. However, other configurations of the packaging parts 32a and/or the packaging 12a are also conceivable. The platforms 30a of the transport device 14a are each essentially plate-shaped. The platforms 30a of the transport device 14a each have a support surface 33a for placing the packaging parts 32a on.

The packaging system 10a includes two assembly units 34a, each of which is intended to transfer a packaging part 32a to the transport device 14a. The assembly units 34a are each intended for transferring one of two different packaging parts 32a, which are each intended for producing one of two different types of packaging. The two assembly units 34a are arranged next to each other on the transport device 14a and are each intended to transfer the respective packaging parts 32a to two of the movable platforms 30a at one point on the transport device 14a. In particular, the packaging parts 32a are each placed on two of the movable platforms 30a when they are transferred to the transport device 14a, so that the individual packaging parts 32a are preferably carried by the two platforms 30a. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the packaging parts 32a are each supported by only one movable platform 30a (see Figure 4 ) or are carried by more than two movable platforms 30a and/or that the individual ones Packaging parts 32a are clamped between the two platforms 30a for transport.

The stator 26a of the transport device 14a has a closed active surface 28a. Alternatively, it is also conceivable that the transport device 14a comprises more than one stator 26a and/or that the stator 26a comprises a plurality of separately formed active surfaces 28a, in particular the packaging parts 32a or the packaging 12a being produced by means of the packaging system 10a Transfer unit, for example conveyor belts, robot arms, vacuum cleaners or the like, are transferred from one active surface 28a to another active surface 28a. It is conceivable that the packaging parts 32a or packaging 12a are transferred to the platform/s 30a transporting the respective packaging part 32a or the respective packaging 12a. The packaging system 10a includes a control unit 36a, which is set up to control the movable platforms 30a via the stator 26a or the planar drive when moving along the active surface 28a. The control unit 36a is in particular set up to control the movable platforms 30a in such a way that packaging parts 32a/packages 12a transported via the platforms 30a are moved along an intended production route 38a, 40a, 42a along the stator 26a, in particular the active surface 28a.

The packaging system 10a forms a plurality of production lines 38a, 40a, 42a via the transport device 14a, in particular the platforms 30a that can be moved on the stator 26a. Preferably, the packaging parts 32a are each moved over the platforms 30a for producing a packaging 12a and/or for filling along one of the production lines 38a, 40a, 42a. The production lines 38a, 40a, 42a each run over a different number of packaging stations 16a, 18a, 20a, 22a or over different packaging stations 16a, 18a, 20a, 22a of the packaging system 10a. The packaging system 10a includes a first packaging station 16a and a further first packaging station 16a', each of which is intended to fold packaging parts 32a as the packaging parts 32a move past the platforms 30a. The packaging parts 32a each have several pre-fold seams 44a (see Figure 3 ) on each of which has a wall 46a and a further wall 48a of the packaging parts 32a (see Figure 3 ) are connected to each other. The packaging parts 32a are folded at the pre-folding seams 44a during transport over the platforms 30a, in particular the packaging parts 32a being moved through the first packaging station 16a or the further first packaging station 16a', in particular the wall 46a being moved relative to the further walls 48a become. The first packaging station 16a is intended for processing packaging parts 32a to produce a first type of packaging. The further first packaging station 16a' is intended for processing packaging parts 32a to produce a second type of packaging. Alternatively, it is conceivable that a single first packaging station 16a or two at least essentially identical first packaging stations 16a is/are provided for folding the packaging parts 32a, for example a movement of the packaging parts 32a depending on the respective packaging type when moving through the first packaging station 16a via the transport device 14a, in particular the stator 26a, follow a different trajectory, in particular in order to fold the different types of packaging differently. The production lines 38a, 40a, 42a of the packaging system 10a each run through the first packaging station 16a or the further first packaging station 16a '. The first packaging station 16a and the further first packaging station 16a 'each include a plurality of tools 50a designed as link elements (see also Figure 3 ). The tools 50a of the first packaging station 16a and the further first packaging station 16a' are each designed to be at least substantially immovable. In particular, the packaging parts 32a are intended to be brought into contact with the respective tool 50a via the platforms 30a for cooperation with one of the tools 50a of the first packaging station 16a and the further first packaging station 16a ', in particular the packaging parts 32a each being folded/ to be edited. The tools 50a of the first packaging station 16a and the further first packaging station 16a 'are each intended to interact with a wall 46a, 48a of the packaging parts 32a when the packaging parts 32a move over the platforms 30a, in particular the respective wall 46a, 48a relative to one or more other walls 46a, 48a of the packaging part 32a is moved, in particular the packaging part 32a being folded. The The first packaging station 16a and the further first packaging station 16a' are each intended to fold the packaging parts 32a in such a way that a packaging volume 52a (see Figure 3 ) is limited. In particular, the packaging parts 32/packaging 12a are intended to accommodate products via the packaging volume 52a.

The product feeds 24a of the packaging system 10a are arranged after the first packaging station 16a or the further first packaging station 16a ', particularly viewed along the production lines 38a, 40a, 42a. The product feeds 24a preferably form a filling station 54a of the packaging system 10a. In particular, the platforms 30a are intended to move the packaging parts 32a during transport after leaving the first packaging station 16a or the further first packaging station 16a 'through one of the product feeds 24a. The packaging system 10a includes three product feeds 24a, which are arranged in particular next to one another on the transport device 14a. The product feeds 24a are each intended to fill a product into the processed packaging parts 32a, in particular while the packaging parts 32a are moving past or under them. The product feeds 24a are each intended to output the same product type. Alternatively, it is conceivable that different product feeds 24a are provided for filling the packaging parts 32a with a different product type. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the packaging system 10a only has a product feed 24a (cf. Figure 4 ) or two product feeds 24a or more than three product feeds 24a. In particular, the product feeds 24a are each intended to introduce a predetermined amount of products into the individual packaging parts 32a. In particular, the platforms 30a are intended to each control a product feed 24a of the plurality of product feeds 24a of the transport device 14a, preferably via a control by the control unit 36a, depending on the availability of products at the respective product feed 24a. Preferably, the production lines 38a, 40a, 42a run to fill the transported on the respective production line 38a, 40a, 42a Packaging part 32a with products each past at least one product feeder 24a.

After the filling station 54a and/or the product feeds 24a, particularly viewed along at least one of the production lines 38a, 40a, 42a, a two packaging station 18a is arranged. The second packaging station 18a includes a tool 56a designed as an outlet opening and designed to dispense an adhesive. Preferably, the second packaging station 18a, in particular the tool 56a of the second packaging station 18a, is intended to apply the adhesive to intended locations on the packaging part 32a when the packaging parts 32a are moved over the platforms 30a through the second packaging station 18a. The tool 56a of the second packaging station 18a is at least essentially immovable, with in particular the packaging parts 32a being moved to the tool 56a by means of the platforms 30a with the locations of the packaging parts 32a to be provided with the adhesive, in particular the packaging parts 32a each with the tool 56a of the second packaging station 18a cooperate. Alternatively, it is conceivable that packages 12a are, for example, plugged together, riveted and/or stapled using the packaging system 10a instead of or in addition to gluing.

The packaging system 10a includes a third packaging station 20a, which is intended in particular for inspecting processed and/or filled packaging parts 32a. The third packaging station 20a includes a camera 58a for detecting packaging parts 32a that are moved through the third packaging station 20a via movable platforms 30a. However, other configurations of the third packaging station 20a are also conceivable, for example with a scanner to detect an identification code on the packaging parts 32a, with a distance meter to detect external dimensions of the individual packaging parts 32a or the like. For example, the third packaging station 20a, in particular by means of the camera, is intended to detect a shape of the respective packaging part 32a, a filling level of the respective packaging part 32a, an amount of the adhesive and/or an area of the respective packaging part 32a covered with the adhesive to capture or the like. In particular, only one runs Part of the production lines 38a, 40a, 42a of the packaging system 10a through the third packaging station 20a. It is conceivable that the transport device 14a is intended and/or controlled in such a way that packaging parts 32a are transported via the platforms 30a from the first packaging station 16a or the further first packaging station 16a', from the filling station 54a and/or one of the product feeds 24a and / or moved from the second packaging station 18a, in particular directly, to the third packaging station 20a. It is conceivable that a packaging part 32a is moved to the third packaging station 20a only at regular intervals, for example at predetermined time intervals and/or after a predetermined number of processed packaging parts 32a. For example, it is conceivable that a packaging part 32a passes through the third packaging station 20a directly after processing by the first packaging station 16a or the further first packaging station 16a '. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that a packaging part 32a passes through the third packaging station 20a directly after filling through one of the product feeds 24a. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that a packaging part 32a passes through the third packaging station 20a directly after being processed by the second packaging station 18a. Preferably, the transport device 14a is intended to transport the packaging parts 32a after passing through the third packaging station 20a via the platforms 30a to one of the product feeds 24a, to the third packaging station 20a or to one of two fourth packaging stations 22a of the packaging system 10a, in particular depending on of which stations of the packaging system 10a the respective packaging part 32a has already passed through before the third packaging station 20a.

The two fourth packaging stations 22a are arranged after the second packaging station 18a and/or the third packaging station 20a, particularly viewed along the respective production line 38a, 40a, 42a. The two fourth packaging stations 22a are essentially constructed in the same way. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the two fourth packaging stations 22a are each provided for processing one of the two different packaging types. The two fourth packaging stations 22a are each intended to close packaging parts 32a moving past the platforms 30a by means of a tool 60a designed as a link, whereby in particular the packaging volume 52a is closed and/or at least a region of the respective packaging part 32a is pressed onto a point of the respective packaging part 32a that is covered with adhesive. The tools 60a of the two fourth packaging stations 22a are each designed to be at least substantially immovable. Preferably, the two fourth packaging stations 22a, in particular the tools 60a of the two fourth packaging stations 22a, are each intended to process the packaging parts 32a independently of the respective packaging type. The transport device 14a is intended to move the platforms 30a with different minimum distances from the stator 26a, in particular the active surface 28a, when moving through one of the two fourth packaging stations 22a depending on a packaging type assigned to the respective packaging part 32a. In particular, they are platforms 30a designed to be movable across the stator 26a across the stator 26a, in particular the active surface 28a. The platforms 30a are preferably intended to move transversely to the active surface 28a into a predetermined position when passing through one of the fourth packaging stations 22a or moving past the tool 60a of one of the fourth packaging stations 22a, depending on the packaging type of the packaging part 32a transported over the respective platforms 30a Height to be moved to the tool 60a to close the packaging part 32a. It is conceivable that the packaging parts 32a move in partial areas of one of the production lines 38a, 40a, 42a along the stator 26a via the platforms 30a at a different speed than in the remaining part of the respective production line 38a, 40a, 42a. For example, the packaging parts 32a move over the platforms 30a in an area of the two fourth packaging stations 22a at a lower speed than in an area in front of the two fourth packaging stations 22a, in particular in order to ensure a sufficiently long drying time for the adhesive. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the platforms 30a with the packaging parts 32a move faster in partial areas of the stator 26a or at a substantially constant speed over the entire stator 26a. In particular, the transport device 14a is intended to distribute the packaging parts 32a to the two fourth packaging stations 22a via the movable platforms 30a, in particular one Throughput of packaging parts 32a to be processed through the two fourth packaging stations 22a is essentially the same.

The packaging system 10a includes two removal units 62a, which are intended to remove the finished, in particular processed and filled, packaging 12a from the transport device 14a, in particular from the platforms 30a. For example, the removal units 62a each include at least one gripper, suction cup, a clamp or another gripping and/or removal means. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the removal units 62a are each designed as a conveyor belt, with the platforms 30a in particular being intended to push and/or drop the packages 12a onto one of the removal units 62a, for example via a relative movement to one another. It is conceivable that the removal units 62a remove the packaging 12a and the two platforms 30a transporting the individual packaging 12a together or separately from one another, with the removed platforms 30a preferably being intended to be placed back on the packaging parts 32a together with packaging parts 32a via one of the assembly units 34a Stator 26a to be arranged. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the unloaded platforms 30a are moved back to the assembly units 34a via the stator 26a after the packaging 12a has been removed. It is conceivable that the stator 26a forms a return path (in Figure 1 not shown), which is intended to guide the unloaded platforms 30a back to the assembly units 34a separately from the platforms 30a loaded with packaging parts 32a.

The production routes 38a, 40a, 42a of the transport device 14a and/or the movement paths of the movable platforms 30a for transporting the packaging parts 32a are preferably individually adjustable via the control unit 36a, in particular for the different types of packaging. Preferably, the individual movable platforms 30a of the transport device 14a can be individually controlled by means of the control unit 36a. In particular, the control unit 36a is intended to control the movable platforms 30a automatically and/or via a process parameter specified by a user depending on a packaging type of the packaging part 32a transported over the respective platform 30.

It is conceivable that one or more packaging stations 16a, 18a, 20a, 22a of the packaging system 10a include movable tools for processing the packaging parts 32a, for example on or as a robot arm, a swivel arm or the like. It is conceivable that the platforms 30a have holding means for fixing a packaging part 32a to be transported, for example at least one gripper, suction cup, via a negative pressure on the support surface 33a or the like. In addition, configurations of the transport devices 14a are conceivable in which the packaging parts 32a are transported hanging on the platforms 30a. In general, other configurations of the packaging system 10a are also conceivable, for example with a different number, order and/or configurations of packaging stations 16a, 18a, 20a, 22a, product feeds 24a and/or production lines 38a, 40a, 42a (see for example Figure 4 ) and/or additional packaging stations. That in the Figures 1 to 3 The packaging system 10a described, in particular the transport device 14a, should not be limited to the number of packaging stations 16a, 18a, 20a, 22a, product feeds 24a and / or production lines 38a, 40a, 42a described here.

In Figure 2 an exemplary sequence of the method 100a for producing packaging 12a using the packaging system 10a is shown schematically. The packaging parts 32a are transported by means of the transport device 14a along one of several different possible predetermined production routes 38a, 40a, 42a. By means of the packaging system 10a or the transport device 14a, two different types of packaging are produced at least essentially simultaneously.

In a method step 102a of the method 100a, the packaging parts 32a are transferred to the transport device 14a via the two assembly units 34a and in particular placed on two of the movable platforms 30a, in particular their support surface 33a. The movable platforms 30a of the transport device 14a are each used to produce one of the packaging types on a respective one depending on a type of packaging part 32a transported over the respective platform 30a Predetermined production line 38a, 40a, 42a assigned to the packaging type is moved (cf. Figure 1 ).

In a further method step 104a of the method 100a, the packaging parts 32a are transported by means of the transport device 14a with a planar drive, the packaging parts 32a each being moved over two of the platforms 30a of the transport device 14a that can be moved by means of the planar drive and being processed during a movement caused by the platform 30a . The processing steps carried out via the packaging stations 16a, 18a, 20a, 22a to produce the packaging 12a from the packaging parts 32a are each carried out at least in part by a force caused by the movable platforms 30a. The packaging parts 32a pass through at least part of the packaging stations 16a, 18a, 20a, 22a of the packaging system 10a during transport over the movable platforms 30a in order to carry out several processing steps for producing a packaging.

In a further method step 106a of the method 100a, the packaging parts 32a are moved through one of the first packaging stations 16a, 16a', in particular the first packaging station 16a or the further first packaging station 16a', in particular depending on the type of packaging to be produced from the respective packaging part 32a. In a method step of the method 100a, in particular the method step 106a, the packaging parts 32a, each transported over two movable platforms 30a, for producing the packaging 12a are each folded during a movement by means of the tools 50a of one of the first packaging stations 16a, 16a'. In particular, when the packaging parts 32a are folded, the packaging volume 52a is formed from walls 46a, 48a of the individual packaging parts 32a. In a method step of the method 100a, in particular the method step 106a, a processing step for producing the packaging 12a from the packaging parts 32a, in particular folding, takes place through a direct interaction of the two movable platforms 30a moving packaging parts 32a with the packaging parts 32a moving relative to the movable platform 30a at least essentially immovable tools 50a of one of the first packaging stations 16a, 16a '. Preferably the as Packaging parts 32a formed from cardboard blanks are erected by one of the first packaging stations 16a, 16a'.

In a further method step 108a of the method 100a, the packaging parts 32a are moved via the movable platforms 30a to one of the product feeds 24a. In a method step of the method 100a, in particular the method step 108a, products are introduced into the processed, in particular folded, packaging parts 32a, in particular into the packaging volumes 52a, during transport via the transport device 14a, the movable platform 30a being a product feed 24a of the plurality of Product feeds 24a of the transport device 14a are controlled depending on the availability of products at the respective product feed 24a.

In a further method step 110a of the method 100a, the adhesive is applied to the individual packaging parts 32a via the tool 54a of the second packaging station 18a during a movement of the packaging parts 32a, each transported over two of the movable platforms 30a, to produce the packages 12a. In a method step of the method 100a, in particular the method step 110a, a processing step, in particular the application of the adhesive, takes place for producing the packaging 12a from the packaging parts 32a by means of two movable platforms 30a that move relative to one another. In a method step of the method 100a, in particular the method step 110a, the packaging parts 32a transported by two movable platforms 30a are rotated about at least one axis for producing the packaging 12a by a relative movement of the movable platforms 30a, in particular for applying the adhesive.

In a further method step 112a of the method 100a, individual packaging parts 32a are moved through the third packaging station 20a, in particular the areas of the packaging parts 32a provided with the adhesive being checked. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that individual packaging parts 32a are moved through the third packaging station 20a after folding, after filling and/or after closing, in particular for checking a shape of the processed packaging part 32a, a filling quantity and/or a splice point of the processed or filled packaging part 32a and/or a closure point of the produced packaging 12a. In a method step of the method 100a, in particular the method step 112a, a portion of the transported packaging parts 32a is redirected at regular intervals to another production line 40a, 42a, which in particular includes the third packaging station 20a, in order to check a previously carried out processing step. It is therefore conceivable that method step 112a is also carried out at another point in method 100a, for example after one of method steps 102a, 104a, 106a, 108a. Preferably, the packaging parts 32a are rotated about at least one axis for checking at the third packaging station 20a, in particular via the camera 58a, by a relative movement of the two movable platforms 30a transporting the respective packaging part 32a, in particular to completely capture the packaging part 32a to be checked. It is conceivable that an evaluation of the data recorded via the camera 58a for checking the packaging parts 32a can be processed by means of a computing unit of the third packaging station 20a and/or by means of the control unit 36a. If defects are found during the inspection, it is conceivable that the respective packaging part 32a is removed from the transport device 14a and/or further packaging parts 32a are checked.

In a further method step 114a of the method 100a, the packaging parts 32a are moved via the movable platforms 30a through one of the two fourth packaging stations 22a to close or produce the filled packaging 12a. The packaging parts 32a are preferably closed using the tool 60a of one of the fourth packaging stations 22a. In particular, the packaging parts 32a cooperate directly with one of the tools 60a of one of the fourth packaging stations 22a for closing, the packaging parts 32a during a movement over the movable platforms 30a relative to the respective tool 60a from the respective tool 60a by moving over the platforms 30a be applied with a force. In a method step of the method 100a, in particular the method step 114a, the movable platforms 30a become a means of transporting the packaging parts 32a and a Closing the packaging parts 32a each for a processing step, in particular for closing, for producing the packaging 12a, in particular depending on the respective packaging type, in each case moved in a direction aligned transversely to the stator 26a of the transport device 14a, the transported over the respective platform 30a Packaging part 32a is at least partially deformed in the processing step. The packaging parts 32a are preferably raised or lowered via the platforms 30a to a predetermined height to the tool 60a, so that the tool 60a is suitable for closing for the respective packaging type.

In a further method step 116a of the method 100a, the finished, in particular closed and filled, packages 12a are removed from the movable platforms 30a by means of the removal units 62a, for example lifted, pushed or pushed.

In Figure 2 an exemplary embodiment of the method 100a is described. The order of the method steps 102a, 104a, 106a, 108a, 110a, 112a, 114a, 116a of the method 100a applies to individual packaging parts 32a for producing the packaging 12a, in particular the method steps 102a, 104a, 106a, 108a, 110a, 1 12a, 114a , 116a are passed through essentially simultaneously by a plurality of packaging parts 32a in such an order during the method 100a. Other embodiments of the method 100a are also conceivable, for example with a different order of the method steps 102a, 104a, 106a, 108a, 110a, 112a, 114a, 116a and/or with a different number of method steps. In addition, it is conceivable that the packaging parts 32a are printed and/or glued in the method 100a, for example at one of the packaging stations 16a, 16a', 18a, 20a, 22a of the packaging system or at another additional packaging station. It is conceivable that a sticker and/or an imprint on the packaging parts 32a are/will be checked in at least one method step of the method, for example method step 112a. For example, it is conceivable that a logo, an expiration date or the like. is printed or glued onto the packaging parts 32a. In addition, it is conceivable that only some of the transported packaging parts 32a are printed/glued, for example only every fourth. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the packaging parts 32a and/or the Packaging 12a is weighed during transport, for example via the third packaging station 20a or another further packaging station of the packaging system 10a. In particular, it is conceivable that the packaging parts 32a/packages 12a are briefly removed from the platforms 30a for weighing or are weighed together with the platforms 30a.

In Figure 3 For example, several processing steps for folding, closing and inspecting a packaging 12a or a packaging part 32a are shown schematically together with the tools 50a, 56a, 60a provided for this purpose. In particular, the processing steps are in Figure 3 not shown in the previously described order specified by the transport device 14a, but as a schematic sketch on a packaging part 32a. The tools 50a, 60a designed as links each have an at least partially round form-fitting surface 64a for a uniform movement of a wall 46a of a packaging part 32a to be folded, deformed and / or closed. The packaging parts 32a are moved towards the respective tool 50a, 56a, 60a via the platforms 30a along a predetermined processing direction 66a. The wall 46a of the individual packaging parts 32a to be processed is moved towards the form-fitting surface(s) 64a of the respective tool 50a, 60a by means of the platforms 30a. The form-fitting surfaces 64a of the tools 50a, 60a designed as links are each intended to interact with the respective wall 46a of the packaging parts 32a to be processed, in particular the wall 46a being moved, in particular bent/folded, relative to the remaining packaging part 32a. In particular, the walls 46a of the packaging parts 32a to be processed are moved around a pre-fold seam 44a of the packaging part 32a when interacting with one of the tools 50a, 60a designed as links, which preferably runs essentially in a straight line. When closing the packaging parts 32a, at least one lid wall 68a of the packaging parts 32a is folded through cooperation with at least one tool 50a, 60a designed as a link in such a way that the packaging volume 52a of the respective packaging part 32a passes through the walls 46a, 48a of the packaging part 32a , which in particular include the at least one cover wall 68a, at least essentially is designed to be completely enclosed. In particular, the filled products are arranged within the packaging volume 52a and are at least substantially completely enclosed by the walls 46a, 48a of the packaging part 32a.

In the Figure 4 Another embodiment of the invention is shown. The following descriptions and the drawings are essentially limited to the differences between the exemplary embodiments, with regard to components with the same designation, in particular with regard to components with the same reference numerals, in principle also to the drawings and / or the description of the other exemplary embodiment, in particular the Figures 1 to 3 , can be referenced. To distinguish between the exemplary embodiments, the letter a is the reference number of the exemplary embodiment in the Figures 1 to 3 recreated. In the exemplary embodiment Figure 4 the letter a is replaced by the letter b.

In Figure 4 an alternative embodiment of a packaging system 10b for producing packaging 12b is shown. The packaging system 10b is intended to carry out a method 100b for producing packaging 12b, which is preferably essentially analogous to that in the Figure 2 described method 100a is formed, wherein preferably in a method step of the method 100b, packaging parts 32b, in particular designed as cardboard parts/cardboard blanks, are transported by means of a transport device 14b with a planar drive of the packaging system 10b, the packaging parts 32b each being transported via at least one platform 30b which can be moved by means of the planar drive of the transport device 14b and processed during a movement caused by the platform 30b, at least one processing step for producing a packaging 12b from a packaging part 32b being carried out at least partially by a force caused by the at least one movable platform 30b. The packaging system 10b includes the planar drive transport device 14b, a plurality of packaging stations 18b, 20b, 22b each arranged on the transport device 14b, and a product feeder 24b arranged on the transport device 14b. This in Figure 4 Packaging system 10b shown is at least essentially identical to that in the Figures 1 to 3 described Packaging system 10a formed. Therefore, to describe similar components of the packaging systems 10b, reference is generally made to the description of Figures 1 to 3 referred. In contrast to that in the Figures 1 to 3 Packaging system 10a shown includes that in the Figure 4 Packaging system 10b shown only has a product feed 24b, only one loading unit 34b, only one removal unit 62b and preferably a different number of packaging stations 18b, 20b, 22b. The assembly unit 34b is intended to transfer packaging parts 32b that have already been preformed and glued or otherwise preassembled to the transport device 14b. The transport device 14b is intended to move the individual packaging parts 32b by means of a movable platform 30b along a stator 26b of the transport device 14b, in particular an active surface 28b of the stator 26b. The transport device 14b, in particular the individual platforms 30b, is/are intended to rotate the packaging parts 32b, in particular after a transfer by the assembly unit 34b, about a vertical axis, in particular relative to the active surface 28b, and to move them to the product feeder 24b. The product feeder 24b is intended to fill the packaging parts 32b with products. It is conceivable that the product feeder 24b is intended to fill several packaging parts 32b with products one after the other or essentially simultaneously. The transport device 14b is intended to move the packaging parts 32b after the product feed 24b via the movable platforms 30b to a first packaging station 18b. The first packaging station 18a is in particular essentially identical to the second packaging station 18a in the Figures 1 to 3 described packaging system 10a. The first packaging station 18b includes a tool 56b designed as an outlet opening and designed to dispense an adhesive. Preferably, the first packaging station 18b, in particular the tool 56b of the first packaging station 18b, is intended to apply the adhesive to intended locations on the packaging part 32b when the packaging parts 32b are moved over the platforms 30b through the first packaging station 18b. The tool 56b of the first packaging station 18b is designed to be at least substantially immovable relative to the platforms 30b, in particular the packaging parts 32b being attached to the tool by means of the platforms 30b with the locations of the packaging parts 32b to be provided with the adhesive 56b are moved, in particular the packaging parts 32b each interacting with the tool 56b of the first packaging station 18b. Alternatively, it is conceivable that packaging 12b can be put together, riveted and/or stapled using the packaging system 10b instead of or in addition to gluing. The individual packaging parts 32b are preferably rotated via one of the movable platforms 30b as they pass through the first packaging station 18b about an axis aligned at least substantially perpendicular to the active surface 28b. It is also conceivable that the movable platforms 30b are each intended to move the individual packaging parts 32b as they pass through the first packaging station 18b in a direction aligned transversely to the stator 26b, in particular to the active surface 28b. For example, the movable platforms 30b are each intended to temporarily move the individual packaging parts 32b away from the stator 26b in a direction aligned transversely to the stator 26b, in particular to the active surface 28b, when moving past the tool 56b of the first packaging station 18b, so that this Tool 56b can apply the adhesive to a location on the packaging part 32b. The transport device 14b is intended to move packaging parts 32b after the first packaging station 18b to a second packaging station 20b at regular intervals. The second packaging station 20b is intended for checking the, in particular processed and/or filled, packaging parts 32b. In particular, the second packaging station 20b is essentially identical to the third packaging station 20a in the Figures 1 to 3 packaging device 10a described. Preferably, transport device 14b is intended to move a packaging part 32b to the second packaging station 20b after a predetermined number in a sequence of processed packaging parts 32b and/or after a predetermined time interval, for example each sold packaging part 32b and/or one packaging part 32b every minute . The second packaging station 20b includes a camera 58b for recording the packaging parts 32b transported on the movable platforms 30b. The transport device 14b is preferably intended to rotate the packaging parts 32b about an axis at the second packaging station 20b, in particular within a detection range of the camera 58b, via the respective movable platform 30b. As a result, in particular the respective packaging part 32b for checking the packaging part 32b, for example a shape, a filling level and / or adhesive points of the packaging part 32b, are completely recorded. The transport device 14b is intended to move the packaging parts 32b via the movable platforms 30b on different production routes 38b, 40b, in particular one production route 38b running through the first packaging station 18b and the second packaging station 20b is omitted and preferably a further production route 40b one after the other through the first packaging station 18b and the second packaging station 20b runs.

The transport device 14b is intended to move the packaging parts 32b to a third packaging station 22b after the first packaging station 18b or after the second packaging station 20b, depending on a production line 38b, 40b on which the respective packaging part 32b is transported. The third packaging station 22b is intended to close packaging parts 32b moving past the platforms 30b by means of a tool 60b designed as a link, in particular a packaging volume 52b being closed and / or at least an area of the respective packaging part 32b on a point covered with adhesive respective packaging part 32b is pressed. The tool 60b of the third packaging station 22b is designed to be at least substantially immovable. The third packaging station 22b, in particular the tool 60b of the third packaging station 22b, is intended to process the packaging parts 32b independently of the course of their production line 38b, 40b. It is conceivable that the transport device 14b is intended to move the packaging parts 32b over the platforms 30b in different partial areas of a production line 38b, 40b along the stator 26b at different speeds. For example, it is conceivable that the transport device 14b is intended to move the packaging parts 32b for detection via the camera 58b in the second packaging station 20b at a lower speed, for example in an area between the product feed 24b and the first packaging station 18b or in particular the packaging parts 32b to stop completely for a short time. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the transport device 14b is intended to allow the packaging parts 32b to dry the adhesive during or after Closing to move through the third packaging station 22b at a lower speed, such as in an area between the first and second packaging stations 18b, 20b and the third packaging station 22b. The transport device 14b is intended to move the finished, in particular closed and filled, packaging 12b after the third packaging station 22b via the movable platforms 30b to the removal unit 62b.

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Method for producing packaging (12a; 12b), in particular cardboard boxes, wherein in at least one method step packaging parts (32a; 32b), in particular cardboard parts, are transported by means of a transport device (14a; 14b) with a planar drive, the packaging parts (32a; 32b ) are each moved over at least one platform (30a; 30b) of the transport device (14a; 14b) that can be moved by means of the planar drive and are processed during a movement caused by the platform (30a; 30b), with at least one processing step for producing a packaging (12a ; 12b) from a packaging part (32a; 32b) takes place at least partially by a force caused by the at least one movable platform (30a; 30b). Method according to claim 1, characterized in that in at least one method step a packaging part (32a; 32b) is successively a plurality of during transport over a movable platform (30a; 30b) to carry out processing steps for producing a packaging (12a; 12b). Packaging stations (16a, 18a, 20a, 22a; 18b; 20b; 22b) passes through. Method according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that in at least one method step, at least one processing step for producing a packaging (12a; 12b) from a packaging part (32a; 32b) is carried out by at least two movable platforms (30a; 30b) that move relative to one another . Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that in at least one method step, at least one processing step for producing a packaging (12a; 12b) from a packaging part (32a; 32b) by a direct interaction of the via a movable platform (30a; 30b) moving packaging part (32a; 32b) with a tool (50a, 56a, 60a; 56b, 60b) which is at least substantially immovable relative to the movable platform (30a; 30b). Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that in at least one method step during a movement of a packaging part (32a; 32b) transported over one or more movable platforms (30a; 30b) for producing a packaging (12a; 12b) via a tool ( 56a; 56b) an adhesive is applied to the packaging part (32a; 32b). Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that in at least one method step a packaging part (32a; 32b) transported over one or more movable platforms (30a; 30b) is folded during a movement to produce a packaging (12a; 12b). Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that in at least one method step a packaging part (32a; 32b) transported over a plurality of movable platforms (30a; 30b) for producing a packaging (12a; 12b) by a relative movement of the movable platforms (30a; 30b) is rotated about at least one axis. Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the packaging parts (32a; 32b) are transported by means of the transport device (14a; 14b) along one of at least two different possible predetermined production routes (38a, 40a, 42a; 38b, 40b), whereby in at least one method step, packaging parts (32a; 32b), in particular at regular intervals, for checking a processing step on a movable platform (30a; 30b) instead of via one of the production lines (38a, 40a, 42a; 38b, 40b) on another production line (38a, 40a, 42a; 38b, 40b). Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that in at least one method step during transport via the transport device (14a), products are introduced into packaging (12a) or packaging parts (32a), at least one movable platform (30a) having a product feed (24a). ) a plurality of product feeds (24a) depending on the availability of products at the respective product feed (24a). Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that in at least one method step by means of the transport device (14a; 14b), a plurality of different types of packaging are produced at least essentially simultaneously, the movable platforms (30a; 30b) of the transport device (14a; 14b ) depending on a type of packaging part (32a; 32b) transported over the respective platform (30a; 30b) for the production of one of the packaging types on a predetermined production route (38a, 40a, 42a; 38b, 40b) assigned to the respective packaging type . Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that in at least one method step at least one movable platform (30a; 30b) is used to transport a packaging part (32a; 32b) for a processing step for producing a packaging (12a; 12b) in a transverse direction a stator (26a; 26b) of the transport device (14a; 14b) is moved in a direction aligned with the packaging part (32a; 32b) being at least partially deformed during the processing step. Packaging system for carrying out a method (100a; 100b) for producing packaging (12a; 12b) according to one of the preceding claims, with at least one transport device (14a; 14b) with a planar drive.

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