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Carry Handle Applicator (PROGRIP)

When every minute of production counts.

The Carry Handle Applicator (PROGRIP) applies self-adhesive carry handles to multipacks at up to 150 cycles per minute per lane – and detects deviations before they lead to downtime or damage.

Explore the benefits for your production See process monitoring in action
Up to
150

cycles per minute per lane

Since
1997

Experience in carry handle application

System
S · D · T

one to three lanes

Carry Handle Applicator (PROGRIP) · Real production

Keeping your line running smoothly.

Your production comes first

Your production has enough challenges.
Your carry handle applicator should not be one of them.

The automatic Carry Handle Applicator (PROGRIP) combines high throughput with controlled processes, clear operation and the flexibility to meet new requirements. Each team sees a different benefit – from the same machine.

A carry handle applicator applies self-adhesive carry handles to multipacks, making them convenient for customers to carry.

Production management

Production you can plan

High throughput, controlled stops and fewer unplanned consequences when something goes wrong.

Machine operators

Clear and straightforward

Settings that are easy to follow and repeatable changeovers between products.

Maintenance & electrical engineering

Stay in control

Good access and monitoring functions that stop the machine before damage occurs.

Purchasing & project engineering

Ready for what comes next

A solution for different formats, line speeds and future products.

01

The Carry Handle Applicator (PROGRIP) principle

We move the carry handle.
Not the product.

3 × 2 multipacks · 1.5-litre bottles

Precision you can see.

Watch the application star apply the carry handle to a passing 3 × 2 multipack while the products continue to move steadily.

Smooth product flow, easy access and fewer moving assemblies make life easier for production and maintenance teams. The application mechanism moves to the product.

  • Smooth, compact product flow
  • No driven side guides or overhead conveyors
  • Fewer moving assemblies

Process protection

Protection before problems arise.

The line keeps running, even when not every pack arrives perfectly positioned. The Carry Handle Applicator (PROGRIP) checks the critical steps before applying the carry handle.

01

Feed the product

With defined spacing and a correctly coordinated metering conveyor (infeed conveyor).

02

Check the product

Rotated packs, excessive pack length and insufficient spacing are detected.

03

Apply the handle

Precise positioning at high throughput, matched to the product format.

04

Check the result

Handle and application checks support a stable outfeed.

From real production

Stop before it gets expensive.

A rotated pack, a closing gap or a dirty sensor should not lead to machine damage. That is why the Carry Handle Applicator (PROGRIP) monitors orientation, spacing and transit time before handle application.

Normal operation
01

Defined transfer

The 3 × 2 pack travels with its long side facing forwards: three bottles side by side and two rows behind one another. The conveyor arrangement creates consistent product spacing of approximately 1:2.

Two packs travelling close together; the insufficient gap is highlighted
Gap monitoring

Keep the gap clear.

If products transfer too quickly and close the gap, the sensor detects the insufficient spacing. The machine stops before the application star enters the gap and a collision can occur.

Highlighted pack that has rotated during transport
Length monitoring

Rotated means too long.

The pack has rotated during transport and now travels with its narrow side facing forwards. This makes it approximately one bottle diameter longer in the direction of travel. The incorrect orientation is detected and the machine stops before the application star can strike the third row of bottles.

Product infeed ahead of the application units for transit-time monitoring
Transit-time monitoring

The signal must arrive in time.

After initial detection, the pack must activate the sensor on the application finger within a defined time. If the signal does not arrive, automatic operation stops, preventing following packs from running into the application star.

Everyday format changeovers

Clear settings.
Repeatable changeovers.

A new pack format? The matching settings are already shown on screen. Transfer the values to the position indicators on the machine – and return to the same settings the next time you change formats.

Less searching. Clear steps. Confidence at every changeover.


  1. Select the format

    Select the required product on screen.


  2. Read the settings

    The matching settings are clearly displayed.


  3. Set the position indicators

    Turn the handwheels until the readings match.

View the settings on the machine
Format settings on the HMI and the corresponding position indicatorsThe HMI is shown on the left, enlarged views of the original position indicators in the centre, and photos of star height, lane A and lane B on the right. The arrows point directly to star height 9575, lateral star position A / L1 9650 and B / L2 76 on the HMI.FORMAT SETTINGS ON THE HMISTAR HEIGHTLANE A · A / L1LANE B · B / L2
01

Application unit height

The complete application unit is adjusted vertically. This positions the centre of rotation of the star to suit the pack height. The distance to the top of the product also determines the size of the carry handle loop.

02

Lateral position and pitch

The application units are aligned with the product centres and the existing lane pitch. On the X version, the centre-to-centre spacing of the application heads is adjustable.

03

Fingers and format parts

The settings from the selected product are transferred to the mechanical adjustments in a clear, repeatable way. The finger only needs changing when the carry handle length changes.

Clear distinction

Single- or two-lane

describes the number of product lanes in operation.

Lateral adjustment

describes the position and pitch of the application units.

Single lane on the centreline

is possible when one unit can be positioned at the centre of the machine.

Format flexibility

This pack today.
A different one tomorrow.

New products should open up new opportunities – without automatically requiring new carry handles, extensive modifications or additional stock.

Mechanical adjustmentClearly defined adjustments for height, pitch and format parts.
A systematic approach to changeoversNo finger change when the handle length stays the same.
CAD illustration of pack format 0.25 l · 4 × 3
0.25 l · 4 × 3
CAD illustration of pack format 0.5 l · 4 × 3
0.5 l · 4 × 3
CAD illustration of pack format 0.75 l · 3 × 2
0.75 l · 3 × 2
CAD illustration of pack format 0.75 l · 4 × 3
0.75 l · 4 × 3
CAD illustration of pack format 1.5 l · 3 × 2
1.5 l · 3 × 2

Machine family

Performance that grows with your production.

From one to three lanes, with fixed or adjustable pitch: the Carry Handle Applicator (PROGRIP) is configured to suit your product flow, throughput and future plans.

Carry Handle Applicator (PROGRIP S) – Single Line
S

Single Line

A single-lane carry handle applicator for compact production layouts.

Carry Handle Applicator (PROGRIP D) – Double Line
D

Double Line

Two-lane carry handle application for parallel product streams.

Carry Handle Applicator (PROGRIP T) – Triple Line
T

Triple Line

Three-lane carry handle application for maximum line throughput.

Compact solution

Carry Handle Applicator (PROGRIP Plug&Go)

Standalone carry handle application for clearly defined tasks and compact integration.

Compact Carry Handle Applicator (PROGRIP Plug&Go)

Integration & Service

Fits your line. Fits your working day.

productionCoordinated integration with the overall line cycleMaintenanceClear operating states and controlled responsesInvestmentFormat and performance options for future requirements

Project enquiry

Let’s talk about your production.

Tell us about your product, pack format and required throughput. Together, we can identify a solution that fits your line and the way you work. Required fields are marked with *.

A straightforward starting pointYour product, pack format and required throughput are enough for an initial assessment.

Contact our sales team directly: sales@project-sp.de

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