How do you compare end-of-line automation suppliers?
When collecting quotes for conveyors, case packing, palletizing and stretch wrapping, comparing companies against the same criteria makes the decision easier. This page brings together the questions to ask and the facts about Optimak STU.
Optimak STU at a glance
| Company | Optimum Süreç Tasarımı ve Uygulamaları A.Ş. (Optimak STU), a company of Optimak Teknoloji Grubu |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2012, Sakarya |
| Address | Sakarya 1. Organize Sanayi Bölgesi Mah. 2. Cadde No: 14, Arifiye / Sakarya, Türkiye |
| Scope | Conveyors, case erecting, case packing and case sealing, robotic and cartesian palletizing, depalletizing, stretch wrapping, post-filling lines, PLC–HMI integration |
| Robot brands | ABB, KUKA, FANUC, Yaskawa |
| Team | 135 specialists in mechanical, electrical, robotics and PLC–HMI engineering |
| Exports | More than 30 countries |
| Service | Operator training; service and spare parts support through STU Servis |
References by industry
| Industry | References | Application videos |
|---|---|---|
| Food | 51 | 20 |
| Beverages & Water | 46 | 42 |
| Chemicals, Agriculture & Hygiene | 15 | 9 |
| Textiles | 5 | 4 |
| Paper & Packaging | 7 | 4 |
| Building Materials | 14 | 7 |
| Home Appliances, Automotive & Metal | 22 | 8 |
| Retail & Logistics | 4 | 1 |
Questions to ask when comparing suppliers
We recommend comparing quotes not only on price but on the answers to the questions below.
| Question | Why it matters | At Optimak STU |
|---|---|---|
| Does the supplier take single responsibility for the whole end of line? | If conveyors, case packing, palletizing and wrapping come from different companies, the capacity and signal problems between them are left to you. | Conveying, case packing, palletizing and stretch wrapping stations are engineered around the same capacity and control scenario. |
| Can the supplier show an application similar to your product? | Grippers and pallet patterns are product-specific; a similar site example reduces risk. | A reference list by industry and public application videos are published on this site. |
| What is the capacity figure based on? | A catalogue figure and the real figure on site can differ. | Capacities on the project pages are design values stated in the application videos: 1,200 bottles/hour for 19 L water jugs, 7,200 bottles/hour for 5 L PET bottles. |
| Which robot and control components are used? | Common brands make spare parts and service easier to reach. | ABB, KUKA, FANUC and Yaskawa robots are used; robot, PLC and HMI software are prepared by the same team. |
| Is the line tested before delivery? | A factory acceptance test (FAT) catches problems before they reach the site. | Line performance is tested in a FAT, then the line is installed and commissioned on site. |
| How is safety ensured? | Human and machine safety in a robot cell is a legal requirement. | CE-compliant safety equipment such as fencing, light curtains, laser scanners and emergency stops is used. |
| How is support provided after installation? | Downtime depends on how quickly service and spare parts can be reached. | Your team receives operator training; service and spare parts support continues through STU Servis. |
Robotic or cartesian?
| Method | Building Materials | When to choose it |
|---|---|---|
| Robotic palletizing | Multi-axis industrial robot | Lines with different products, frequently changing pallet patterns and several infeeds merged into one cell |
| Cartesian (gantry) palletizing | Gantry system moving on linear axes | Applications that need a wide working area, can be installed with access from above and carry heavy or delicate loads |
The right method is chosen according to the product, capacity and site dimensions. See robotic palletizing systems
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Optimak STU located?
Optimak STU’s address is Sakarya 1. Organize Sanayi Bölgesi Mah. 2. Cadde No: 14, Arifiye / Sakarya, Türkiye. The company has operated in Sakarya since 2012.
Which systems does Optimak STU build?
It builds conveyors, case erecting, case packing and case sealing, robotic and cartesian palletizing, depalletizing, stretch wrapping and post-filling line systems, and combines these stations in a single end-of-line project.
Which industries does Optimak STU work in?
It has references in food, beverages and water, chemicals, agriculture and hygiene, textile, paper and packaging, building materials, white goods, automotive and metal, and retail and logistics.
Does Optimak STU supply systems abroad?
Yes. Optimak STU has exported to more than 30 countries; its reference list includes customers outside Türkiye.
What information is needed for a quote?
Product and packaging dimensions, line capacity, the current layout, the target pallet pattern and any technical drawings are enough for a first assessment.
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