Citus Kalix: powering efficiency in tube packaging

The combination of the KX Robot Feeder, KX1103 EVO, and KP800 EVO creates a packaging solution that enables cosmetics and personal care manufacturers to increase productivity, reduce downtime, and maintain consistent product quality throughout the entire packaging process.

In the fast-moving cosmetics and personal care market, manufacturers need packaging solutions that combine pro- ductivity, flexibility and consistent quality. Citus Kalix – part of the Coesia Group – addresses these needs with a compact integrated line for tube filling and cartoning, designed to streamline production and reduce manual operations. Depending on specific production needs, end-of-line solutions such as case packers and palletizers can also be integrated to enable a fully automated, end-to-end process.

The solution combines automated tube feeding, high-precision filling and sealing, and reliable cartoning within a single coordinated workflow. By integrating advanced automation with intuitive machine control, the line supports stable and continuous production, even when handling a wide range of tube formats and product types. This approach allows manufacturers to maintain consistency and quality while adapting to different production requirements, reducing operational complexity and ensuring a more controlled and repeatable process over time.

At the core of the system is the KX1103 EVO tube filling machine, engineered for accurate dosing and high-quality sealing of plastic, laminate and aluminum tubes. The machine can reach speeds of up to 110 tubes per minute and supports fast, user-friendly format changeovers, enabling operators to switch efficiently between formats while maintaining productivity and process stability. This combination of speed and flexibility makes it suitable for both stable production runs and more variable manufacturing environments.

Upstream, the KX Robot Feeder automatically feeds empty tubes into the filling machine through robotic handling, ensuring continuous operation and eliminating manual loading. This contributes to improved efficiency, reduces the risk of interruptions and supports a more stable and consistent production flow, particularly in applications where continuity and repeatability are critical.

Downstream, the KP800 EVO cartoner completes the process by inserting finished tubes into cartons with reliable performance and flexible format management. Its integration ensures a seamless transition from primary to secondary packaging, maintaining production continuity and simplifying overall line management within a compact footprint, while supporting different carton formats and production needs.

The integrated solution combines automated tube feeding, high-precision filling and sealing, and flexible cartoning capabilities within a single coordinated system. Fast format changeovers support increased production flexibility, allowing manufacturers to respond quickly to changing requirements without compromising efficiency or process stability.