Your Top Ten Questions Answered
From automated bottle unscramblers and bottle orienters, Pace solutions deliver pure performance.
1. What Pace Packaging solutions does APS provide?
We supply Pace’s world-class automated bottle unscramblers and bottle orienters. Our core range includes the Omni-Line for general-purpose bottle handling and the Pharma-Line, which is specifically engineered for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries. We also offer Combo-Line systems that combine unscrambling and orienting in a single efficient unit.
2. Which industries do we support with Pace equipment?
We install Pace systems across a wide variety of New Zealand industries. They are ideal for dairy and alternative milks, ready-to-drink beverages, condiments, household cleaners, and personal care products. We also have specific solutions for automotive lubricants and agricultural chemicals.
3. What bottle sizes and shapes can our Pace machines handle?
The equipment we supply is incredibly versatile, handling container sizes from as small as 10mL up to 9.5L. We can help you sort and orient various shapes, including rounds, rectangles, squares, and ovals, as well as complex bottles with handles, such as trigger sprays and jugs.
4. What production speeds can I expect?
Pace systems are designed for high performance. The highest-speed unscrambling models we offer can deliver steady-state speeds of up to 650 bottles per minute (bpm), while the bottle orienters operate at speeds up to 450 bpm, ensuring your production line runs at maximum efficiency.
5. Do these machines require platforms or high-level access?
No. One of the reasons we recommend Pace is their linear, floor-level profile. This space-efficient design allows your operators to access all machine components from the floor, eliminating the need for ladders or elevated platforms, which significantly improves safety and maintenance accessibility in your plant.
6. Can we run multiple bottle formats on a single machine?
Yes. The Pace machines we install offer significant flexibility. A single unit can be configured to run multiple bottle formats—often up to ten different containers. This allows you to switch between different product lines without needing to invest in separate equipment for each bottle type.
7. Do you have a specific solution for pharmaceutical compliance?
Yes, we offer the Pharma-Line series, which is designed specifically for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications. These machines meet the strict hygiene and precision requirements of the industry while efficiently handling common containers like HDPE and PET squares, rounds, and ovals.
8. Can APS integrate Pace equipment with my existing line?
Absolutely. We can integrate Pace unscramblers and orienters seamlessly with your current setup. We frequently combine Pace equipment with our other partner brands, such as Filtec Filling Lines and Zalkin Cappers, to build a comprehensive, automated packaging solution for our clients.
9. Who handles service and spare parts in New Zealand?
We do. Advanced Packaging Systems (APS) is the exclusive New Zealand agent for Pace. We provide all local sales, maintenance support, and spare parts directly from our Auckland facility, ensuring you have fast, local customer service whenever you need it.
10. Where is the equipment manufactured?
Pace Packaging machines are developed and manufactured in the United States, ensuring robust build quality. However, by working with APS, you get the best of both worlds: global engineering expertise backed by our local, on-the-ground support here in New Zealand.
Global expertise, Local Support and Service
Pace Packaging operate their own development and production facilities in the US, while Advanced Packaging Systems, an exclusive partner in New Zealand, provides exceptional customer service and support. Whether ordering consumables or parts or needing advice, APS is a phone call away. Contact APS.
