Metering & Buffering Systems

Kraken Metering & Buffering Systems help regulate product flow while creating a controlled buffer between upstream and downstream equipment. Designed to improve spacing, timing, and line balance, these systems support smooth transfer into cartoners and other secondary packaging machinery through controlled product release and stronger product flow control.

Control Product Flow and Create Flexibility Between Line Segments

Inconsistent product flow can lead to backups, misfeeds, starved equipment, and unnecessary downtime. Metering and buffering help absorb small disruptions to maintain a more controlled, reliable supply of product to the next stage of packaging. This is done with built in system considerations for gapping, timing, and buffering control.

We help manufacturers:

Control product spacing and release before downstream equipment
Reduce backups caused by surges or temporary line interruptions
Maintain a more consistent product supply into cartoners and packaging systems
Improve line flexibility and reduce manual intervention

Meter and Buffer

Typical Applications

Feeding products into secondary cartoners at a controlled rate
Creating buffer zones between upstream equipment and packaging machinery
Managing variable product flow before transfer, stacking, or loading
Supporting lines where spacing, timing, and indexing are critical to performance

Designed for Real Production Conditions

High-speed lines with changing production rates
Lines where upstream and downstream equipment run at different speeds
Products requiring controlled spacing and gentle handling
Operations where uptime and throughput are critical

Improve Product Flow Where It Matters Most

Add control, consistency, and flexibility between critical stages of your packaging line.

The Kraken Approach to Integration

Kraken does more than supply equipment—we coordinate the entire solution so your line operates as one seamless system. We integrate new and existing machines, design transfer and conveyor elements, align product handling, and synchronize controls from upstream to downstream. The goal isn’t just installation—it’s reliable, high-performance operation.

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