May 2029
In high‑speed end production, accurate counting is essential. The NPB Dynamic End Counter is designed to deliver reliable, real‑time counting performance in demanding production environments.
The system tracks up to 12,000 ends per minute and automatically adapts to changes in material and colour. It can be used with any brand of equipment, making it well suited for mixed or multi‑brand production lines. With a maximum deviation of four ends per one million counted, the Dynamic End Counter provides a high level of accuracy without disrupting ongoing production.
Easy to install and integrate, the solution supports improved control over output, reduced losses and consistent product quality. Accurate counting helps prevent missing ends, material waste and downstream quality issues that can impact efficiency and customer confidence over time.
The NPB Dynamic End Counter supports both modern and existing production lines, providing a practical way to increase accuracy and operational efficiency without major line modifications.
Smart‑End introduces a new way of analysing conveying systems in end‑making production. This wireless diagnostic tool provides clear, real‑time insight into what actually happens inside the line, supporting more informed decisions and faster troubleshooting.
Placed directly in the conveying system, Smart‑End moves through the flow of shells and ends and captures real‑time axial load and inclination data. This makes it possible to identify misaligned pushers, high‑force zones and early signs of mechanical strain that are otherwise difficult to detect.
With Wi‑Fi connectivity and an intuitive interface, Smart‑End requires no installation. Data is visualised instantly, making analysis straightforward and accessible for both operators and engineers.
Smart‑End does not replace operator expertise - it strengthens it. By providing objective data from inside the line, it supports quicker root‑cause analysis, reduces downtime and contributes to continuous improvement of conveying performance and overall line efficiency.
Smart‑End is developed by NPB’s sister company Canline Systems, combining deep application know‑how with smart, data‑driven engineering.
With NPB LineCare, we become your committed partner in productivity - making sure your equipment delivers year after year.
From spare parts and inspections to OEE insights and mid-life upgrades, we help you move from reactive maintenance to proactive performance. It’s not just about fixing what breaks. It’s about preventing what could break.
Our LineCare Support Package brings everything together in one solution. You get weekly OEE follow ups, monthly performance meetings, and weekly advice on improvements to keep the line running at its best. The package includes Customer Portal Access, Remote Access System, OEE reporting and analysis, Proactive improvements, Support Center availability, planned inspections and service visits, Camera Kit integration, and a complete line overview with clear insights.
And when your machines reach mid-life, replacement is not your only option. We offer modular upgrades and refurbishment solutions that boost capacity, increase performance, and extend machine lifetime - without replacing the entire line.
Stay ahead of unplanned stops. Protect your efficiency. Secure your future output.
Making the right decisions requires the right data. Our NPB Traceability solution brings all your production information together in a user-friendly web interface, letting you see what was produced, when it was produced, where it is now, and which materials were used in every step. When issues occur, you can quickly pinpoint the root cause and avoid costly sorting or mixups.
The system gathers information from presses, liners, conversion presses, baggers, and palletizers, and connects every data point to batches, materials, and individual production events. This makes it possible to follow each end and shell from the first coil stock to the final pallet and to search for any detail you need within seconds.
With this level of visibility, you can easily track production, verify materials, identify affected pallets or bags, and speed up rootcause investigations. The result is less rework, fewer mixups, and a smoother, more controlled production flow.
The NPB AGV solution is a fully automated system for transportation of pallets and tray stacks, handling full and empty pallets with precision and reliability. It is designed to support safe, efficient and uninterrupted material flow in end‑making production and warehouse environments.
Powered by Front AGV AB technology, the solution is fully integrated with Warehouse Management Systems and NPB Traceability. As part of a complete warehouse system, it manages the handling and storage of pallets and tray stacks with shells across both production and warehouse areas.
The slim, production‑oriented design allows the AGVs to operate in tight spaces, move in and out of robot cells and adapt to complex layouts. With payload capacities of up to 2,000 kg and lifting heights of up to 8,500 mm, the system is built for demanding industrial applications.
By replacing manual transport, the AGV solution significantly reduces forklift traffic in operator areas, improving safety and creating a more controlled and efficient working environment.
The NPB Distributor - a trusted solution for efficient end handling. It’s a known and proven solution in the industry, recognized for its reliability and flexibility in handling flows of shells and ends in can-end manufacturing. With the ability to manage multiple end types simultaneously and a modular design that allows for customization, it’s an ideal choice for streamlined end distribution.
Its simplified design minimizes maintenance needs while ensuring consistent high performance. Combined with our tray system, Traceability and AGV integration, the Distributor becomes a cornerstone of any modern end production line – built to deliver long-term value and operational efficiency.
Key Features:
The NPB Packaging Center is a complete, fully automatic solution for packaging can ends in paper bags. It covers the full process from bag to pallet, integrating bagging, sealing and palletising into one continuous, efficient flow.
The system includes a bagger, integrated robot palletiser and pallet handling system. Counted can ends are fed into pre‑made paper bags, which are folded and sealed before transfer to palletising. Automatic pallet change ensures uninterrupted operation with high efficiency, low maintenance and reliable performance.
When combined with NPB’s AGV solution, the Packaging Center enables a fully autonomous setup from packaging to pallet transport. This eliminates forklift traffic and manual handling, supporting smooth, uninterrupted logistics and stable production flow.
The solution is suitable for a wide range of applications, including beverage and food ends, steel, aluminium, EZO and open‑top products, delivering efficiency levels of over 98% in operation.
NPB Packaging Center – 6 Lanes
For higher capacity requirements, the NPB Packaging Center – 6 Lanes delivers increased throughput within the same footprint as a standard 4‑lane Packaging Center. Six in‑feed lanes combined with four packaging modules are based on proven technology, offering higher performance without added complexity.
Key Features
NPB designs, develops and manufactures automation equipment for the packaging industry. We have top-rate expertise in mechanics and design as well as thorough knowledge in development and manufacturing of automation equipment. The organization is customer-oriented and flexible with the aim to deliver intelligent machines that are simple to handle.
NPB is a part of the XANO group whom consists of niche engineering companies offering manufacturing and development services for industrial products and automation equipment. The Group is represented in the Nordic countries, Estonia, the Netherlands, Poland, China and the United States. The Group’s operations are divided into the business units Industrial Solutions, Precision Technology and Rotational Moulding.
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