Straumann Packaging Solution – Dental Implant Reference: KOCH Pac-Systeme GmbH

Header image of Straumann reference – highest precision dental implant packaging in series production

Straumann relies on KOCH technology for the highest precision in dental medicine.

The Straumann Group, headquartered in Basel, is a global leader in solutions for dental prosthetics and orthodontics. Under brands such as Straumann, Neodent, and ClearCorrect, the company develops and manufactures high-quality implants, aligners, and digital systems. In over 100 countries, the group’s products improve the quality of life for patients.

Challenge

Automation of the packaging process for premium products in a cleanroom environment according to ISO8 standards
High production output even with future increases in production volumes
Secure batch changeover without production interruption for small series
Customized product feeding, seamlessly integrable into existing processes

Solution

Fully automated blister machine KBS-C medplus^® with feeder, labeler, and integrated delta robot for label transfer
Innovative “on the fly” batch change for maximum efficiency and flexibility in small series production without interruption
Automated alignment of vials before insertion into the blister by servo-driven rotary motors for precise positioning

Portrait of Straumann representative providing customer testimonial

Emmanuel Studer

Engineering & Project Management, Senior Project Manager at Straumann

KOCH not only provided us with an innovative solution, but also impressed us with professional project management and first-class machine quality.

Sterile packaged vial in the final packaging for pharmaceutical use.

Dental implants in highest-precision packaging

The vials are detected by camera and correctly aligned using suction cups.

Implant packaging in automated series production

After placing the vials into the blister, the height check is performed, followed by sterile sealing with the cover film.

Labeling of the sealed blister by using delta robots for precise positioning.