Meet us at the Sabic Technical Congress from 26.01. to 30.01.2025 in Jubail Industrial City, Saudi Arabia!

SSB Wägetechnik is a specialist in machine control systems for logistics solutions. Silo controls, bagging concepts, palletizing, truck and container loading.

We are a strong partner in the Middle East and will continue to expand our cooperation and projects on site.

We look forward to meeting you in person at the Sabic Technical Congress. Please contact us or our consultant Mr. Drescher at any time for an appointment on site.

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Palletizing solutions from SSB Wägetechnik

Our high-performance palletizing solutions with robotic technology are revolutionizing the way our customers pack, store and ship their products. The advanced robot-based systems provide an efficient and precise way to stack bags on pallets, optimizing production processes and increasing overall output. This results in higher production speeds while reducing the need for manual intervention.

Another advantage of our palletizing robots is their precision and accuracy. Thanks to the latest sensor technologies and intelligent control systems, the robots can place products on pallets with a high degree of accuracy.
Outputs of up to 2,400 bags per hour are possible. This brings us up to the performance level of standard layer palletizers and in some cases exceeds it.

The space required for robot systems is significantly smaller and therefore offers much more flexible layout design. Another important point is the maintenance and servicing of the systems. Our robot systems only require a small amount of maintenance per year. The annual maintenance costs are only a fraction of conventional systems. In particular, downtimes due to repair and maintenance measures are reduced. This increases system availability. Overall, our palletizing solutions with robot technology help to increase productivity, improve quality and optimize operating costs. Advanced automation technology plays a decisive role in the modernization of production processes.

The SSB palletizing solutions have been nominated in the competition for the Products of the Year 2025 in the Peripherals category by Kunststoffmagazin.

We would be delighted if you vote for us!

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Three consecutive trade fairs that not only exceeded expectations but also set new benchmarks for our success. Thanks to our highly motivated team, we were able to nurture existing contacts and forge new partnerships. Numerous positive discussions and the interest shown in our solutions confirm that we are remaining innovative, strengthening our position in the market and set to achieve great things.

Many thanks to everyone who visited us at our stands at the three trade fairs: Fachpack, Fakuma and solids 2024!

If you missed out or have any further questions, please feel free to contact our team at any time here:

We are already looking forward with great anticipation to the upcoming events in 2025 and can’t wait to take part again. Naturally, we’ll be there once more when it’s time for Fachpack, Solids and Fakuma – three highlights we won’t miss for anything!

In times of a shortage of skilled labour, automation technologies offer companies the opportunity to compensate for bottlenecks in personnel. In particular physically demanding or highly standardised tasks can be taken over by using machines, robots and intelligent software solutions.  

Technical requirements must be observed: With new directives on machine safety and explosion protection, the European Union (EU) has issued important guidelines that are of key importance for numerous industries. Companies must ensure that their machines and systems comply with the new requirements, which often requires investment in new technologies or the retrofitting of existing systems. Quality requirements for packaged products play an important role in all industries. Packaging and processing machines must be designed, manufactured and handled in such a way that they guarantee the safety and quality of the products they contain. In addition, government regulations on the traceability of production data play a key role in ensuring quality, safety and transparency in the manufacture of products, particularly in the food and animal feed sectors.  These regulations make it possible to trace products in the supply chain and to react quickly and effectively in the event of quality defects or sources of danger.  

Modern systems

For more than 33 years, SSB Wägetechnik GmbH from Buchholz has stood for precision, reliability and the highest quality in packaging systems as well as customised solutions in bagging, weighing and control technology. SSB develops and designs filling systems according to the above criteria, from silo discharge to the finished pallet. The modern bagging systems consist of an overall concept of bagging, bag transport, palletising and final packaging.  
Well-known companies in the field of flour production and animal feed production, which operate both nationally and internationally, are among our long-standing customers. 

Bagging

Different products require different bagging concepts. Flours or powdery products are usually bagged in valve bags using pneumatic packers. Granular products are usually bagged using FFS bagging machines. The bagging logs are recorded electronically and are available in a central database for transfer/quality assurance. Criteria relevant to calibration are of course fulfilled here.

Bag transport

For palletising the bags, it is necessary to prepare the bags optimally, i.e. to shape the bag in order to achieve a clean and stable palletising result. Furthermore, important quality checks such as bag labelling, foreign objects, metal detection or checkweighers can be integrated into the transport route.  

Bag palletising 

SSB offers a compact robot palletising system for various performance requirements.  The filled bag is fed to the robot on a special conveyor belt. The robot palletises the bagged goods reliably and efficiently. Depending on the output, several bagging machines can work with just one robot.

Flour Bagging with Robotic Assistance

The robot is available in different versions up to a capacity of 1200 bags per hour. For higher bagging capacities, several robots can carry out palletising at the same time.  This means that outputs of up to 2,300 bags with 2 robots are realistic. The 4-axis robot model enables precise and fast operation and can be used in a wide range of applications and therefore for a variety of products. The robot can be programmed using integrated software, making it capable of learning and can be used quickly and flexibly. The robot also offers the fastest cycle time in the robot class. There is also a large selection of accessories for the bag gripper hand. Pallet modules and soft sheet applicators can be integrated into the hand. 

Pallet conveyor system/pallet packaging 

The finished palletised pallet can be transported away automatically via roller conveyors.  It is advisable to integrate a corresponding packaging machine into the conveyor line. Stretch wrapping machines or stretch bonnet systems are available.  These protect the pallets and at the same time serve as certified Load securing. Finally, before the pallet is stored, it is labelled with the current production data. The finished product can then be transported directly to the warehouse. 

Centralised control system 

The focus is on the total integration of all machine components and individual machines in a central control system.  This allows processes to be controlled and monitored centrally. Connections to the customer’s order or logistics systems are easy to realise. Production monitoring, product tracking and data recording are programmed on a customer-specific basis. Remote access is also possible at any time. 

Our experienced sales team is at your disposal at any time for your projects. Please feel free to contact us!

The plastics industry in the Middle East has been a major global player for more than a decade and continues to show remarkable growth. This momentum is favoured by several factors, including geographical location, availability of raw materials and increased investment in modern technologies.

Investment and technological progress

Governments and companies in the Middle East are investing heavily in the development of the plastics industry. New technologies and upgrades to existing production facilities are being introduced to increase efficiency and improve product quality. Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC), one of the largest petrochemical companies in the world, is playing a leading role in this development. SABIC is driving the industry forward with innovations and extensive research and development programmes. With continuous investment in infrastructure, research and development and an increased focus on sustainability, the region has the potential to play a leading role in the global plastics industry.

Partnerships in the Middle East

Our long-standing partner HPPT in Dubai is further expanding its sales organisation in the Middle East. HPPT has expanded its team to include additional sales and technical staff with industry experience in the area and is on hand to assist customers with any questions they may have.
In countries such as Saudi Arabia, Oman and major cities such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi, there is enormous potential and growth for the plastics and fertiliser industry in the area of packaging machines and solutions.
To this end, we are cooperating with SSB Wägetechnik GmbH in Germany in order to be able to serve the market comprehensively. Our products and machines offer a reliable basis, “Made in Germany”, stable partnerships and many years of expertise and the international orientation of SSB make us an interesting partner for the industry in the United Arab Emirates. Another important step was the signing of the contract between SSB and HPPT for the co-operation for the production of equipment in the United Arab Emirates in order to better serve the national requirements such as ICV (In Country Value and Local Content).

HPPT-High Performance Products Trading DMCC is a free zone company under the regulations of the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre Authority. Trading, EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) and comprehensive consultancy are their areas of expertise. Extensive experience in the oil, gas and petrochemical industry has led HPPT to extend its expertise to the packaging industry in terms of equipment and machinery, advanced technologies and process improvement as a whole.

SSB is proud to have such a strong local partner in the region. This represents great potential for the further development of our products and projects with an international focus. We will continue to expand and strengthen our co-operation with HPPT.

Our experienced sales team is always at your disposal for your international projects. Please feel free to contact us!

Working as a student trainee at SSB Wägetechnik is a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience during your studies, to orientate yourself professionally and to make contacts for the future. This offers the ideal balance between studies and professional practice and is a win-win situation for both sides. We support young people in their professional careers in order to develop innovations and new products. At the same time, we secure the talent and commitment of the next generation, which contributes to our own long-term success and growth.

Our working student Ramona Gevenich successfully completed her final thesis in our “Industrial Engineering and Manufacturing (B.Eng.)” degree programme. Her topic and the project she worked on at our company: “Bag depalletising using robots”. (Title BA: “Automation of the depalletising of bagged goods in the chemical and plastics industry”).

She was already familiar with project work from her time at BMW Manufacturing USA. At SSB, she was able to get to know a medium-sized family business in which all areas work hand in hand and solution-orientation takes centre stage. The short decision-making processes, combined with the hands-on mentality of all employees, as well as their implementation strength, practical orientation, initiative and commitment, lead to rapid results in which all areas contribute their expertise and thus achieve an optimum result more quickly. The high quality standards that every employee at SSB Wägetechnik sets for themselves and the pleasure they take in their work are therefore reflected in all projects.

About the project:

The project involved the depalletising of bagged goods, which was to be implemented using the Okura Ai1800 robot. The 25 kg plastic granulate sacks pose an enormous challenge if they are to be moved automatically and without damage. It was therefore necessary to find experts in sensor technology and pneumatics to combine the components with the expertise of SSB, the aim was to develop a stable, reliable process, particularly in terms of control technology and programming.

To this end, a suitable sensor system was identified to detect the layer pattern and the height of the palletised bagged goods. Two pneumatic grippers were then developed to reliably pick up the goods. These were assembled and tested, but it quickly became apparent that only one of the grippers was really suitable for holding the goods at the enormous acceleration of the robot. The process, programming and connection between the gripper and robot were then fine-tuned and optimised until a reliable, stable process could be created. All possible error patterns in the practical implementation in customer systems also had to be considered. Finally, a calculation was carried out so that the new depalletising hand could be included in the SSB range.

Questions for Ramona Gevenich, working student at SSB

What exactly did you do at SSB?

My work focussed on coordinating an interdisciplinary project. Internal and external departments had to be coordinated in order to optimise the use of resources. This meant finding external suppliers, comparing offers and finding the optimum components, while at the same time incorporating internal expertise and experience and never losing sight of the requirements for the system to be developed.

What have you learnt from this?

For me, the tried and tested saying has been confirmed – “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know”. No matter how big a project may seem at the beginning and how unattainable a goal may seem, with the right connections (almost) anything can be achieved. It is important to build a bridge between innovation and experience and to find a common goal as motivation.

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Our customer in Switzerland is a well-established logistics provider specialising in agricultural products, as well as a manufacturer of high-quality specialised road salt. The defining characteristic of this product is its outstanding performance: the salt remains fully effective even at temperatures below -8°C, ensuring reliable road safety under demanding winter conditions.

Within the installed system, two raw materials are precisely dosed, blended and subsequently bagged. Thanks to an intelligent and custom-developed control solution, SSB has successfully integrated the existing silo discharge screws in such a way that the finished product can be produced directly from the conveying process itself—eliminating the need for additional mixing or intermediate silos.

The required system modification on the customer’s side was kept to an absolute minimum. It involved only the retrofitting of the component silos with load cells for accurate weight measurement, combined with the implementation of SSB’s intelligent control technology.

The result is a highly efficient and cost-effective plant solution. By removing the need for separate mixing and discharge silos, both investment and operating costs are significantly reduced. At the same time, the customer benefits from streamlined processes, reduced system complexity, and increased operational reliability.

The finished product is then stored in silos and filled flexibly into 25 kg bags or big bags, depending on operational requirements.

Efficient processes, intelligent control technology, and tailor-made solutions – this is what SSB Wägetechnik stands for.

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Products

For a major customer in the petrochemical industry based in South Carolina, USA, we have manufactured two granulate blowers (GWS 2000) for the most efficient and effective loading of plastic granules into containers.

The USA has a number of specific regulations and standards that must be met. To serve customers in the United States, SSB Wägetechnik has obtained machine certifications in accordance with UL standards.

Thorough preparation and compliance with all relevant regulations, including those relating to transportation, are second nature to SSB. Our many years of experience help ensure the reliable international shipment of machinery.

In approximately two months, the next granulate blowers will be delivered to another customer in North Carolina, USA.

Do you have a similar project and would like to entrust it to us?
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GWS 2000 Granule spreader

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Granulate thrower GWS 2000: Filling tests of a 53’ container for a USA customer

SSB Wägetechnik has expanded its sales structure for the USA and acquired machine certifications in accordance with the UL standard.

The USA offers enormous economic potential and a wide range of industries in which machines and devices are used. In order to gain a foothold in this demanding market, careful planning and compliance with the relevant regulations are of the utmost importance.
UL (Underwriters Laboratories) certification is of great importance in the USA, particularly in the mechanical engineering and electronics sectors. UL is an independent organisation that tests and certifies products for safety and compliance with US regulations. In order to sell machines and devices in the USA, they must pass UL certification.

Expanding the sales structure and obtaining UL certifications are interrelated challenges and therefore important steps to gain customer confidence in the safety of your products and facilitate market access.

You may also be interested in: GWS 2000 granulate loader: filling trials of a 53-foot container for a US customer

The demands placed on packaging and logistics processes are changing. Products, materials and workflows need to work together reliably. If you are considering automating your palletising process, you will want to know how the solution performs with your own products before making a decision.

At our test station, you can carry out trials with our Ai1800 palletising robot at our premises. We tailor the trials to your requirements and recreate relevant steps from your packaging and logistics process.

We can also use your own bulk materials and final packaging in the trials. This gives you a clearer picture of what is possible for your project. Together, we assess the options for your application and identify what a suitable solution needs to deliver.

Based on these findings, we develop customised automation solutions and palletising systems that complement your processes. Our aim is efficient, cost-effective handling that supports your production and can help reduce costs.

Are you planning a new project or looking to improve an existing process?

Get in touch. We would be pleased to discuss your project and requirements in detail and show you how we can test your application at our test station.

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