Automated box opening robots

Product Overview

Box opener: CASi-IBOD for automated box opening

Introducing the CASi-IBOD (Intelligent Box Opening Device), a modern inline, pass-through box opener designed for automated box opening. It automates box cutting and helps ensure safe inventory removal. Developed by Cornerstone Automation Systems (CASI), the CASi-IBOD combines advanced sensors, real-time data processing and advanced robotics with local expertise.

TM Robotics supplies it in the UK and Europe, supporting warehouse operations, supply chain performance and warehouse management system integration. It delivers reliable, high-performance warehouse automation solutions and automated systems for modern warehouses and distribution centre environments.

By automating box cutting, the CASi-IBOD greatly reduces damaged products, human error, and the risk of injury. These issues often occur with manual box cutting and repetitive tasks performed by human workers.

Discover how CASi-IBOD can transform your warehouse operations — speak to our team today.

Automated box opening

Versatility is key with the CASi-IBOD. It can handle a wide range of box sizes and process them in any order, supporting efficient order fulfilment and inventory management.

Using advanced technology, the system measures each incoming case in real time. This enables precise cuts tailored to each box. This intelligent, data-driven approach improves consistency, supports inventory management, and boosts throughput while eliminating the need for manual sorting.

This precision helps workers remove products faster and improves workplace safety, making the process more efficient and reliable across warehouse operations and supply chain workflows.

Key benefits:

Handles a wide range of box sizes and formats
Real-time measurement and adaptive cutting paths
Improves order fulfilment speed and accuracy
Supports inventory management with consistent processing
Reduces the need for manual intervention by human workers

Looking to improve order fulfilment speed and accuracy? Get in touch to explore your options.

Redefine efficiency

Manual box opening is not only hazardous but also time-consuming. The CASi-IBOD revolutionises warehouse operations and distribution centre environments by integrating seamlessly into existing conveyor systems and automating a critical bottleneck in the fulfilment process.

Because the system is designed to integrate with autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and includes a robotic arm, CASi-IBOD opens boxes quickly and accurately. Its precise vision systems and advanced sensors enable it to handle a wide range of box shapes and sizes. This improves operational efficiency, reduces handling risks and increases throughput across logistics environments, supporting broader physical automation strategies.

Production advantages:

Improves operational efficiency across warehouse operations
Enhances safety for human workers and reduces risk of injury
Increases throughput in order fulfilment processes
Seamless integration with existing warehouse automation solutions
Supports scalable automated systems and compatibility with AMRs for logistics environments

Additional capabilities include:

· Automatic cutting tool changes: Software within the control system tracks blade usage over time and issues alerts when blades begin to dull. Automating this process significantly reduces downtime associated with blade replacement.

· Automatic lid remover: The integrated Lid Remover, part of the CASi-AutoDecant solution, uses an industrial robot to remove box lids automatically, improving efficiency by preparing boxes quickly for decanting.

· Box flipper: Cartons can be lifted vertically from the conveyor and rotated to enable a 180-degree flip.

· Scan tunnel module: A scanning mechanism capable of handling up to five-sided products, confirming receipt and providing visibility into inventory status.

The CASi-IBOD can process a broad range of box sizes, measuring each incoming box in real time and leveraging SKU matching for seamless integration into standard workflows. Cutting options include:

· Side cuts

· Tab cuts

· Tape cuts

· Window cuts

· Custom cuts available on request

Need a solution tailored to your product range? Talk to our team about custom cutting configurations.

Performance and features:

· Speed: Effortlessly cut up to 550 boxes per hour in a single configuration, or up to 950 boxes per hour in a duo configuration (including lid removal).

· Minimal labour: Only two operators are required to run the CASi-IBOD, reducing labour costs while maintaining high efficiency.

· Mixed-use capability: Adaptable to a variety of box weights and sizes, ensuring operational versatility.

· Advanced safety features: Includes blade wear monitoring, intuitive HMI touchscreen software, blade stop, side snugger, collision sensor, E-stops and additional safety mechanisms to reinforce workplace safety without compromising productivity.

· Efficient reporting: Easily retrieve activity reports from the system to gain valuable insights into operational performance.

· Customisable cutting specifications: Program precise cutting parameters to prevent product damage and enhance quality control.

· Streamlined testing and programming: Quick setup with an average of just five minutes required for product testing and programming.

· Flexible cutting options: Program cutting paths across the X, Y, and Z axes, with both 3-sided and 4-sided cutting capabilities.

Additional safety features include:

· E-stops

· Light curtains

· Impact sensors

Future-proof your warehouse management

Investing in CASi-IBOD is not just about improving efficiency and productivity — it’s about enabling scalable, future-ready automated systems that are shaping the future of warehouse environments. Through TM Robotics’ role as CASI’s official UK and European sales partner, customers get local support.

They also benefit from application expertise and tailored automation solutions for regional warehouse management system and supply chain needs.

This partnership expands access to CASI’s broader warehouse automation solutions, including conveyor systems and smart sorting solutions. It helps businesses stay competitive in a fast-changing logistics landscape, alongside technologies such as AMRs and storage and retrieval systems.

By adding CASi-IBOD to your operations, you can improve production performance, strengthen inventory management and increase operational efficiency. You also prepare your facility for long-term growth and physical automation.

Why choose CASi-IBOD

Supports warehouse management and supply chain optimisation
Integrates with wider warehouse automation technologies
Complements systems like AGVs and storage and retrieval systems
Improves picking items and inventory management processes
Future-proofs operations with scalable automated systems

Contact TM Robotics to discuss the CASi-IBOD or any of our other robotic systems. Speak to the team today.