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Fully automatic sorting machines - Logistics

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What is a fully automatic sorting robot for PVC?

The sorting robot fully automatically sorts sawn and machined profiles into a profile wall. This system forms the critical buffer zone between the sawing/machining line and the welding or pressing department, optimizing material flow.

The advantages of fully automatic sorting systems or sorting robots

Profiles from multiple sawing and machining lines are loaded and sorted fully automatically per production frame. No operators. No manual intervention. Result: all profiles are neatly prepared per frame, allowing the welder or press operator to start working immediately. No searching. No sorting. Only efficient production.

The sorting system is modular and fully configurable to your production. Depending on volumes, the number of sawing and machining lines, and the required buffer capacity, the configuration is tailored precisely. Priority exits are available for profiles that must be handled first—ideal for priority routing of urgent orders.

The profile wall consists of compartments, each holding two complementary profiles. The four profiles for one complete frame are always grouped in two adjacent compartments—for clarity and efficient operation.

Profiles are sorted per production frame into the loading wall. Once a block is fully loaded, the operator at the output side (welding or pressing department) can immediately start sequential unloading of frames, without any sorting or searching. This guarantees uninterrupted production flow and optimal operator utilization.

The loading wall can also be configured for aluminum profiles, making the system suitable for both PVC and aluminum.

The system can be connected to a sawing and machining center for aluminum or hybrid profiles, creating a fully integrated production line.

A sorting robot with loading wall eliminates manual work, reduces lead time, and increases utilization of welding and pressing operators. Result: higher output with fewer staff, shorter delivery times, and a direct impact on profitability. The system pays for itself through efficiency gains and increased capacity.

Full automation between sawing and welding/pressing means: no staff for sorting, no search time, no waiting times. Operators do what they do best—produce—while the system manages logistics. Result: higher output, lower costs, shorter lead times. Full traceability of where profiles and frames are at all times.

The investment delivers three concrete benefits. First, fully automatic sorting maximizes efficiency—staff spend time producing instead of searching and sorting. Second, the continuous flow between sawing, machining, and welding or pressing increases capacity without adding personnel or machines.

The modular system delivers flexibility: scalable and suitable for PVC, aluminum, and hybrid profiles. Automation handles logistics; operators focus on production.

In addition to the standard configuration with a fixed loading wall, the system is also available with mobile loading elements. Sorted profiles are placed on mobile carts instead of a static wall. This solution fits space constraints, flexible layouts, or welding and pressing departments located at different positions in the hall.

Applications of a fully automatic PVC sorting robot

Primarily relevant for window and door manufacturers aiming to automate. The larger the production volume, the more time is lost unloading and sorting—and the higher the physical strain on staff. With a sorting robot and loading wall, the production line runs fully autonomously: unloading, sorting, and searching are automated, without personnel. The system operates independently, accurately, and without interruptions.
At higher production volumes, this autonomous operation is not just economical; it is essential for sustainable workforce deployment.

Different models from Soenen Hendrik

Unloading and output are always horizontal. Conveyor length is adjustable to the required output length, as is the number of wall elements—based on desired storage capacity. These wall elements are available for PVC, aluminum, and hybrid profiles. The number of loading stations is configurable to match the number of sawing and machining lines. A priority exit for urgent orders can be added.

A key advantage of the modular design: the system adapts as you grow. Add wall elements as production increases. Adapt elements for new materials. Add loading stations for additional machining lines. The system scales without full reinvestment—your investment remains future-proof.

Service and support for sorting robots

At Soenen Hendrik, the entire process is in-house. This is how the difference is delivered.

  • Design & Engineering: CNC machines developed entirely in-house, from concept to detailed plans.

  • Production & Assembly: Machine construction and assembly performed internally or under strict supervision.

  • Software Development: Core control software developed by the in-house team and precisely matched to the machines.

  • Integration & Service: Machines integrated into complete production lines with direct, expert support from the source.

This approach guarantees a seamless process, maximum quality, and the flexibility to meet specific production requirements.

At Soenen, the customer is central. Direct interaction with the machine builder at all times. Result: accurate information, fast and efficient service, and requirements implemented by the right experts without translation loss.

Why choose a fully automatic sorting system from Soenen Hendrik?

Soenen Hendrik is known for reliable and innovative solutions in plastics processing. Choosing their sorting systems delivers:

  • Quality: High-quality machines meeting industry standards.

  • Innovation: Continuous development and integration of the latest technologies.

  • High capacities and exceptional stability.

  • High-speed solutions.

  • Modular system capability.

  • Support: Comprehensive technical support and after-sales service with short communication lines.

  • Extensive in-house expertise.

  • Fanuc controls from Japan: known for performance, stability, reliability, and R&D strength.

  • Direct contact with the machine builder.

  • Everything in-house: a true one-stop shop, including software.

At Soenen Hendrik, customer needs drive development. In close collaboration with pilot customers, production lines are continuously refined for window and door manufacturing. Decades of experience, technical expertise, and flexibility ensure every project is tailored—from design to installation. Quality, efficiency, and performance are engineered into every line that leaves the factory.

Machines are thoroughly tested with the customer in Soenen’s production workshop to ensure perfect setup before delivery. Comprehensive training is provided before shipment, enabling full system ownership. On-site commissioning is smooth, with rapid transition to full production capacity.