Placement or inserter systems and friction feeders are designed to accurately deposit items, including product literature, desiccant sacks, or other components, into packaging. These machines are essential for ensuring that additional materials intended to provide information, preserve product quality, or enhance user experience are correctly included during the packaging process. They can handle a variety of materials and packaging types, making them versatile tools in the manufacturing and packaging industries. Their precise operation helps maintain efficiency and consistency in packaging lines, supporting the overall goal of delivering complete and ready-for-market products.

These systems are often integrated into automated lines where timing and placement accuracy are critical. Whether inserting folded instructions into pharmaceutical cartons or dropping desiccant packs into food packaging, these machines reduce the risk of missed or misplaced components.

Typical products and applications include:

• Desiccant packets: Dropped into sealed food, supplement, or pharmaceutical containers
• Product instruction leaflets: Inserted into cartons for medical, cosmetic, or consumer goods
• Coupons or promotional inserts: Placed in retail packages for marketing purposes
• Spoons, measuring scoops, or sachets: Deposited into dry goods or powder product containers
• Sterility components: Inserted into medical device packaging for regulatory compliance

Additional Considerations:

• Improves packaging completeness and compliance
• Reduces manual labor and placement errors
• Handles various insert shapes and thicknesses with minimal adjustment
• Integrates easily with cartoners, wrappers, or form/fill/seal machines
• Often includes sensor verification for accurate count and placement