How Automated Palletizing Transforms Fruit Packing Facilities
1. Dramatically Increased Throughput
Automated palletizers work at a consistent, predictable speed without fatigue. During peak harvest periods, this reliability is critical for keeping packing lines running at full capacity.
2. Reduced Dependence on Seasonal Labor
Labor shortages hit agriculture hard. Automated palletizing allows facilities to reassign workers to higher-value tasks while stabilizing operations during periods when hiring is most difficult.
3. Improved Pallet Quality and Load Stability
Consistent pallet patterns reduce product damage, improve load integrity, and simplify downstream logistics — especially important when shipping delicate produce.
4. Enhanced Safety and Lower Injury Risk
Manual palletizing is one of the leading causes of strain and injury in packing facilities. Automation removes workers from repetitive heavy lifting, improving safety and reducing workers’ comp claims.
Purpose-Built Automation: REAPR and UNO Palletizing Systems
BTB Solutions designs palletizing systems specifically for real-world industrial environments, including food and agricultural operations.
REAPR — Rapidly Employed Automated Palletizing Solutions
REAPR is engineered for fast deployment and maximum flexibility, making it ideal for fruit packing facilities that need automation without long implementation timelines.
Key advantages for produce operations:
Rapid installation and commissioning
Scalable configurations for changing SKUs
Standalone or integrated operation
Simple, operator-friendly controls
REAPR excels in facilities where speed, adaptability, and uptime are critical during harvest season.
UNO — Compact, Cost-Effective Automated Palletizing
UNO is designed for operations that want automation without unnecessary complexity. Its compact footprint and straightforward operation make it a strong fit for smaller or space-constrained packing houses.
Ideal for:
Limited floor space
Lower to mid-volume lines
Facilities new to palletizing automation
Seasonal or rotating product lines
UNO delivers automation where it matters most — without overengineering.
The Seasonal Advantage: Renting Palletizing Automation
One of the biggest advantages BTB Solutions offers fruit packing facilities is the ability to rent palletizing systems for seasonal use.
This is a major differentiator in agricultural automation.
Why Seasonal Rental Matters
Lower upfront capital investment
Automation only when you need it
Ideal for harvest-driven production spikes
Faster ROI with minimal long-term risk
Instead of owning equipment that sits idle for months, facilities can deploy REAPR or UNO exactly when production ramps up, then scale back during the off-season.
This approach allows fruit packers to:
Test automation without long-term commitment
Handle peak demand without permanent labor increases
Stay agile in unpredictable harvest conditions
Automation That Matches the Reality of Fruit Packing
Fruit packing isn’t year-round manufacturing — it’s seasonal, fast-paced, and unforgiving when delays occur. Automated palletizing gives facilities the ability to:
Move more product during critical windows
Reduce labor volatility
Improve safety and consistency
Scale operations without permanent overhead
With REAPR, UNO, and seasonal rental options, BTB Solutions delivers palletizing automation that fits how fruit packing facilities actually operate — not how automation is traditionally sold.
Ready to Gain the Advantage?
If your fruit packing facility is struggling with labor shortages, throughput limits, or peak-season bottlenecks, automated palletizing may be the fastest way to regain control.
BTB Solutions can help you automate palletizing on your terms — permanently or seasonally.