M2000 | Side Load Case Packer

What is the Brenton M2000?

The M2000 is an intermittent motion side load case packer that groups products into a required pack pattern and horizontally loads them into cases or trays. The machine can be configured around different products, corrugated formats, and production requirements.

What products can the M2000 case pack?

The M2000 can be engineered to handle products including cartons, bottles, cans, tubs, pouches, flexible packaging, frozen foods, and other packaged products. The infeed and product handling system are developed around the requirements of each application.

What case styles can the M2000 handle?

The M2000 can load wraparound cases, knockdown cases, regular slotted cases and trays. The appropriate configuration depends on the product, case design and required pack pattern.

Can the M2000 run multiple SKUs?

Yes. The M2000 can be configured to accommodate multiple products, pack patterns, and case formats. Recipe driven settings and guided changeover features help operators establish repeatable setups between production runs.

How does changeover for the M2000 work?

Machine settings and digital positioning information help guide operators through adjustments between products or formats. The exact changeover process depends on the number of SKUs and configurations included in the application.

What is the difference between intermittent and continuous motion case packing?

An intermittent motion system indexes products through defined machine cycles before loading. Continuous motion systems maintain product movement throughout more of the case packing process and are typically considered for applications requiring higher production rates.

Can the M2000 be integrated with a palletizer?

Yes. The M2000 can be integrated with Brenton palletizing equipment and additional downstream automation to create a connected end-of-line packaging system. Brenton specializes in case packing and palletizing so line integration from engineering to build, installation, and support can all be taken care of through our team.

How does the M2000 compare to competitor side load case packers?

The M2000 stands out from competitor side load case packers through flexible indexing, application engineered product infeed, support for multiple case styles, and repeatable changeover. These capabilities help manufacturers accommodate changing SKUs, pack patterns, and production requirements within one flexible case packing platform.

How do I know if the M2000 is right for my application?

Machine selection depends on product characteristics, case style, pack pattern, production rate, SKU requirements, and downstream automation needs. Brenton evaluates these application requirements to determine the appropriate case packing configuration.

How the M2000 Works

Products enter the M2000 through an infeed designed specifically for the application. The system controls, indexes and collates the products into the required pack pattern before horizontally loading them into the selected case or tray format.

The packed case is then prepared for downstream operations such as sealing, conveying, palletizing or additional end-of-line automation.

Product Infeed → Indexing and Collation → Case Handling → Side Loading → Case Discharge

Flexible Indexing for Changing Production Needs

Production environments often require manufacturers to run more than one SKU, product configuration or case format.

The M2000 can be engineered to support multiple products and pack patterns within the same case packing platform. Recipe-driven machine settings and guided changeover features help operators establish repeatable machine configurations when moving between production runs.

This flexibility allows manufacturers to automate case packing while maintaining the ability to respond to changing production requirements.

Designed for Repeatable Changeover

The M2000 is designed to help operators complete changeovers accurately and consistently.

Digital position indicators communicate machine positioning information through the HMI, giving operators real-time feedback during setup and adjustment. Recipe-based settings and guided changeover functions help reduce setup variation between production runs.

The result is a case packing platform designed to support consistent operation across changing products and formats.

Operator Focused Controls and Accessibility

The M2000 combines automated controls with a machine design focused on accessibility.

Allen-Bradley Controls

The machine utilizes an Allen-Bradley control platform with an operator-focused HMI for access to commonly used machine functions.

Clear Machine Visibility

Clear guarding and strategic machine lighting improve visibility into the case packing process.

Accessible Machine Design

Machine access is designed to support routine cleaning, adjustments, and maintenance without unnecessary barriers.

Real Time Machine Feedback

Machine status and positioning information help operators quickly understand setup and operating conditions.

What Can the M2000 Package?

The M2000 can be engineered around a broad range of packaged products and product configurations, including:

• Cartons
• Bottles and containers
• Cans
• Tubs
• Pouches
• Flexible bags
• Frozen and packaged foods
• Multi pack configurations

The product infeed, collation, and loading configuration are designed around the individual application to provide controlled product handling and consistent case packing.

Flexible Case and Tray Options

The M2000 supports multiple corrugated packaging formats, giving manufacturers flexibility as packaging requirements change.

Wraparound Cases
Corrugated blanks are formed around the product during the case packing process.

Regular Slotted Cases (RSC)
Products are horizontally loaded into erected cases based on the required pack pattern.

Knockdown Cases
Flat case materials can be erected and prepared as part of the automated case packing process.

Trays
Products can be collated and loaded into tray configurations for secondary packaging applications.

When is Side Loading The Right Application?

Side load case packing is commonly used when products can be grouped into a repeatable pack pattern and horizontally transferred into a corrugated case or tray.

The M2000 can be a strong fit for manufacturers that need:

• Flexible product handling
• Multiple SKU capabilities
• Multiple case or tray formats
• Repeatable changeovers
• Automated horizontal product loading
• Integration with downstream automation
• An engineered infeed designed around the product

The appropriate case packing technology depends on the product, required pack pattern, corrugated format, production rate and overall line requirements.

Side Load vs. Top Load Case Packing

Selecting the correct case packing method starts with understanding how the product should enter the case.

Side Load Case Packing
Products are collated and horizontally transferred into the case. This approach can work well for products and pack patterns that can be grouped before loading.

Top Load Case Packing
Products are loaded vertically into a case or tray, often using robotic or pick and place technology. Top loading can provide additional flexibility for products requiring specific orientation or complex pack patterns.

Brenton offers both side load and top load case packing platforms, allowing the technology to be selected around the application rather than forcing the application into a specific machine design.

From Case Packing to Palletizing

The M2000 can operate as a standalone machine or as part of a complete Brenton engineered end of line packaging system.

Brenton can integrate case packing with:

• Conveying
• Case sealing
• Robotic palletizing
• Conventional palletizing
• Stretch wrapping
• Additional end of line automation

Integrating these processes allows equipment, controls and product transfers to be engineered as one connected system.

Brenton's M2000 Side Load Case Packers are well suited for a variety of industries including: