What makes packaging automation different from other industries?

Packaging automation must support high-speed operation, frequent changeovers, and integration across multiple OEM machines, making consistency and fault diagnostics critical.

Do you work with multi-OEM packaging lines?

Yes. We regularly integrate and standardise automation across packaging lines supplied by different OEMs.

Can packaging systems be upgraded without stopping production?

In many cases, yes. Phased upgrades and parallel testing can reduce downtime while modernising control systems.

How does SCADA improve packaging line performance?

SCADA systems provide line-wide visibility, alarms, trends, and OEE data, helping teams identify bottlenecks and performance losses.

Do you standardise PLC and HMI code across packaging machines?

Yes. Standardised PLC and HMI structures improve reliability, simplify maintenance, and reduce training effort.

Which automation platforms do you support for packaging operations?

We support Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Mitsubishi platforms, alongside a wide range of legacy and OEM-specific systems.

Packaging Automation

High-Performance Automation for Packaging Operations

Packaging operations demand speed, flexibility, and reliability, often across multiple machines, formats, and production lines. Downtime, inconsistent control systems, or poorly integrated equipment can quickly impact output, quality, and delivery schedules.

Stratos Control Systems delivers robust, standards-based packaging automation solutions that improve reliability, simplify maintenance, and support high-throughput production environments. We work closely with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure packaging systems perform consistently and can be supported long term.

Automation Designed for Fast-Moving Packaging Environments

Packaging automation systems must support frequent changeovers, precise machine control, and seamless integration between machines and upstream and downstream processes. Legacy PLCs, inconsistent OEM standards, or poorly structured software often create ongoing operational issues.

Stratos Control Systems designs, upgrades, and supports packaging automation systems that are:

Reliable at high speeds
Easy to fault find and maintain
Flexible for format and product changes
Scalable for future expansion

Our focus is on practical machine automation that keeps packaging lines running efficiently.

Typical Packaging Automation Challenges

We are frequently engaged to address challenges such as:

Downtime caused by machine control issues
Frequent changeovers and format adjustments
Inconsistent PLC and HMI standards across machines
Difficult integration between OEM equipment
Limited diagnostics and fault visibility
Ageing or unsupported PLC hardware

By addressing these issues at the control system level, we help packaging operations improve throughput and reliability.

Our Packaging Automation Services

Control Panel Design (AutoCAD & E-Plan)

We design and build machine control panels tailored for packaging equipment, focusing on clarity, compact layouts, and maintainability.

Control panel design (AutoCAD / E-Plan)
Machine-mounted and line control panels
Panel refurbishment and upgrades
Clear labelling and documentation

PLC & Machine Control Systems

We deliver PLC programming and machine control solutions for packaging machinery and production lines.

PLC programming and upgrades
Machine control and sequencing
Integration with drives, motion, and safety systems
Structured, supportable PLC code

HMI Development & Standardisation

Consistent HMI design improves usability and reduces operator error. We deliver operator-friendly HMIs that support fast-paced packaging environments.

HMI design and development
Standardised navigation and layouts
Clear alarms and fault diagnostics
Reduced training requirements

SCADA & Line Monitoring

We design SCADA systems that provide visibility across packaging lines, helping teams identify bottlenecks and performance issues.

SCADA system integration
Line performance monitoring and OEE insight
Alarm management and event history
Platforms including Ignition, WinCC, FactoryTalk View SE

Packaging System Upgrades & Refurbishment

We modernise packaging automation systems without unnecessary disruption.

PLC and HMI upgrades
Control panel refurbishment
Migration from obsolete hardware
Phased upgrades to maintain production

Automation Platforms We Support

Stratos Control Systems primarily delivers packaging automation solutions using trusted industrial platforms:

Allen Bradley (widely used in packaging OEM equipment)
Siemens
Mitsubishi

We also support legacy and OEM-specific control systems, particularly during upgrade and standardisation projects.

Industries & Packaging Applications

Our packaging automation experience supports a wide range of applications, including:

Primary and secondary packaging
Cartoning, case packing, and palletising
Food and beverage packaging
Pharmaceutical and regulated packaging
Integrated production and packaging lines

Why Choose Stratos Control Systems for Packaging Automation

Experience with high-speed packaging machinery
Strong focus on machine reliability and fault diagnostics
Structured PLC and HMI standards
Expertise integrating multi-OEM packaging lines
Practical, site-focused engineering approach

We deliver packaging automation systems that run reliably, adapt quickly, and are easy to support.

The Result

Reduced downtime. Faster changeovers. Improved line performance.

Packaging automation systems designed for speed, flexibility, and long-term reliability.

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