How AMRs Are Transforming Michigan Plastics & Packaging Plants

How AMRs Are Transforming Michigan Plastics & Packaging Plants

Michigan’s plastics industry—from thermoforming to injection molding—faces unique material flow challenges:

• Long parts

• Wide pallets

• Heavy loads

• Unpredictable cycle times

These operations benefit more from AMRs than almost any other industry.

Common AMR Use Cases in Michigan Plastics Plants

• Moving WIP parts from press to trimming

• Delivering empty pallets/bins

• Finished goods transport to warehouse

• Scrap handling

• Packing & kitting movement

Why CabraMove AMRs Excel in Plastics

• Strong and stable chassis for uneven floors

• Payload options (400 lb → 1500 lb forklift)

• Vision navigation for dynamic environments

• Easy integration with operator stations

• 24/7 reliability

Outcome

Plastics customers report:

• Less downtime waiting for materials

• Reduced forklift traffic

• More predictable flow

• Better productivity per shift