48% More Throughput: Immediate Results at RMR Solutions
RMR Solutions increased throughput and consistency while reducing employee strain by deploying a FANUC CRX cobot for repackaging.
Challenges
- Manual case packing required employees to handle thousands of boxes per day
- Physical requirements made the work difficult to sustain
- Limited floor space made traditional fenced, industrial automation less practical
- A solution was needed for first-time automation deployment
Results
Improved consistency through repeatable robotic cycle times
Increased daily throughput 48% from approximately 2,500 to 3,700 cases
Reduced physical strain associated with repetitive manual packing
Lower employee turnover
Flexible handling of multiple case sizes without frequent tooling changes
Story
Prior to automation, RMR Solutions relied on manual labor to repackage products for retailers and Amazon. A dedicated team of five to six employees handled thousands of cases each day, moving boxes that weighed about 10 pounds each. While the process was effective, it placed significant physical demands on the team and limited the company’s ability to scale efficiently.
Looking to enhance output while improving ergonomics for its employees, RMR partnered with ARC Engineering Solutions to evaluate its options. Rather than starting with technology, the teams focused first on defining goals and identifying the right place to begin. As a company new to automation, RMR needed a solution that could integrate easily into its existing operation and support employees working alongside new technology.
The solution centered on a FANUC CRX collaborative robot, selected for its emphasis on safety and ergonomics. Designed to work alongside people, the CRX fit well within RMR’s available floor space and made the transition to automation more manageable. ARC Engineering paired the robot with custom end-of-arm tooling to handle multiple case sizes and support efficient changeovers.
Programming changes can be made directly at the master board, eliminating the need to frequently change tooling and reducing downtime during line changeovers. This flexibility allowed RMR to treat the cell as a one-size fits all packaging solution across a variety of products.
Since implementation, RMR Solutions has seen measurable results. Best day output increased from about 2,500 cases to an average of roughly 3,700 cases per day. The company also experienced a significant reduction in employee turnover, with only one departure in the past 12 months compared to quarterly turnover previously.
The collaborative automation project has helped RMR remain consistent and effective across production, quality control, warehouse organization and shipment priorities. With discussions already underway for a second phase, the FANUC solution provides not only immediate gains, but a strong foundation for long-term growth.
Before we had the cobot in place, we were doing around 2,500 cases on our best day. We are averaging pretty consistently around 3,700 cases a day now.
Emily Mayer Vice President – RMR SolutionsFANUC Products Used
CRX-30iA
The FANUC CRX-30iA is a heavy-lifting cobot with a 30kg payload, featuring wrist buttons for direct, simple teaching and customization.
- Max Payload:
- 30 kg
- Reach:
- 1889 mm
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About About RMS Solutions:
RMR Solutions was founded by a team of experts in mold remediation and cleaning who saw the need for effective and accessible solutions for both homeowners and contractors. Now, consumers & homeowners can benefit from the tools of the trade that the pros use on a daily basis. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, easy-to-use products that effectively clean & protect. This passion expanded into helping thousands of households and businesses stay clean and safe. Tough problems require tough solutions and that's where RMR Solutions comes in. Those needing better, faster, & stronger cleaning, disinfectant, and mold removal products look to RMR as their trusted source for professional-grade solutions.
