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Cookiebot

Cookiebot is a flexible, intelligent pick-and-place robotics system, optimized for dynamic bakery production lines.

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Choose your Cookiebot
Royal Houdijk Cookiebot® VF
Virtual Flightbar

Cookiebot VF

  • Robotic system designed to produce slugs in trays and piles in trays, with only minor change-over required
  • Provided with an array of 2D and/or 3D camera’s for positioning and quality control
  • Empty trays are positioned by Tray Denester onto side belt, trays are located by camera’s and subsequently loaded
  • Seamless integration with Inflow/Inline Buffers and other downstream equipment
Royal Houdijk Cookiebot® XP
eXtended Packaging

Cookiebot XP

  • Very flexible robotic system designed to produce slugs in trays, piles in trays, portion pack and slug flowrap, with only minor change-over required
  • Provided with an array of 2D and/or 3D camera’s for positioning and quality control
  • Provided with linear servo track, directly integrated with high-end PFM Zonda (box motion or rotary) flowwrapper
  • Seamless integration with Inflow/Inline Buffers and other downstream equipment
Royal Houdijk Cookiebot® FP
Fixed Pitch

Cookiebot FP

  • Robotic system designed to produce slugs in trays, piles in trays, portion pack and slug flowrap
  • Provided with an array of 2D and/or 3D camera’s for positioning and quality control
  • Provided with fixed chain, directly connected to flowpacker; requires manual repositioning of lugs or complete chain exchange.
  • Seamless integration with Inflow/Inline Buffers and other downstream equipment

Smart, scalable and easy to operate, Cookiebot is the ideal solution for dynamic bakery production lines.

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Slug Gripper

  • Revolutionary full slug end-effector
  • Slug is build-up by picking up individual or pre-stacked products
  • Slug build-up in Slug Gripper can be count-based or length-based
  • Each motion of gripper is servo controled (no pneumatics)
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Matrix Gripper for grouping

  • Single vacuum cup end-effectors
  • Local vacuum creation, with local dust/crumb filters, easily replacable
  • Rotation and tilting by locally placed mini servo motors for optimal loading control
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Matrix Gripper for loading

  • Multi (2-8) vacuum cups end-effectors
  • All products are picked up at same time, as products are pre-positioned in the grouping section, with overall less robots required
  • Local vacuum creation, with local dust/crumb filters, easily replacable
  • Rotation and tilting by locally placed mini servo motors for optimal loading control
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'Our Cookiebot is built to handle complexity with ease, giving you the freedom to adapt, grow and perform at the highest level.'

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    Marcus Pickart
    Commercial Director

Build a turn-key system from oven to packaging

Automate your bakery line from oven to packaging, with our cutting-edge systems.

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Vision Selector

Individual product inspection and rejection.

Capper

Production of sandwiches and deposited cookies and biscuits.

Active Cooling

Products are stabilized after baking, depositing / sandwiching or enrobing.

Cookiebot®

Robotic picking & placing of products.

Tray Buffer

Absorbing downstream stoppages and enhancing efficiency.

Flow-wrapper

A third party flow-wrapper can be integrated.

Tailored to your bakery products and packaging

From cookies and biscuits to crackers and other baked goods, we offer tailored solutions that fit your production line.

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Inflow Buffer

  • Continuous flow first-in-first-out buffer system, with flat handling of products
  • Can be multi-layered to extend to any buffer time required
  • To create space, buffer can be suspended from ceiling
  • Seamless integration with downstream Cookiebot systems
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Inline (cooling) Buffer

  • Batch-wise first-in-first-out buffer system, with flat handling of products
  • Small footprint, because of multi-layered design
  • Can be delivered with an insulated chamber with temperature and humidity control for controlled cooling of products
  • Seamless integration with downstream Cookiebot systems
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Flowbot

  • Robotic interface between Cookiebot, primary wrappers, Boxbot (carton loading) and Casebot (case loading)
  • Adjusts any number of infeed lanes to match downstream equipment
  • Automatically redirects flow or buffers during downstream stops
  • Equipped with 2D/3D cameras for positioning and quality inspection (e.g. rework loop)
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Flowmaster

  • System to redirect the product flow to any number of Cookiebot legs
  • Can be configured as greedy-boy or even-distribution
  • Integrated with Inline or Inflow Buffer
  • In particular suited for round(ish) products
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Tray Denester

  • Automatic, high speed tray dispenser
  • Large tray magazines allow for high volume of trays before requiring reload
  • Very easy Poka Yoke change-over
  • Seamless integration with Cookiebot systems
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Tray Buffer

  • Continuous flow FIFO dynamic buffer system
  • Non-contact accumulation with flat handling of trays
  • Compact and hygienic design
  • Seamless integration with downstream packaging systems
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Flowrapper

  • Any high quality flowrapper
  • Suitable for BOE, BOP and tray packaging configurations
  • Sidebelts (for slugs), automatic splicing, gusseting, etc. are standard/optional features
  • Either rotary or box motion sealing available

Add-on systems for Capper and Cookiebot

Inflow Buffer
Royal Houdijk add on system Inflow Buffer
  • Continuous flow first-in-first-out buffer system, with flat handling of products
  • Can be multi-layered to extend to any buffer time required
  • To create space, buffer can be suspended from ceiling
  • Seamless integration with downstream Cookiebot systems
Inline (cooling) Buffer
Royal Houdijk add on system Inline cooling buffer
  • Batch-wise first-in-first-out buffer system, with flat handling of products
  • Small foodprint, because of multi-layered design
  • Can be delivered with an insulated chamber with temperature and humidity control for controlled cooling of products
  • Seamless integration with downstream Cookiebot systems
Flowmaster
Royal Houdijk add on system Flowmaster
  • System to redirect the product flow to any number of Cookiebot legs
  • Can be configured as greedy-boy or even-distribution
  • Integrated with Inline or Inflow Buffer
  • In particular suited for round(ish) products
Tray Denester
Royal Houdijk add on system Tray Denester
  • Automatic, high speed tray dispenser
  • Large tray magazines allow for high volume of trays before requiring reload
  • Very easy Poka Yoke change-over
  • Seamless integration with Cookiebot systems
Tray Buffer
Royal Houdijk add on system Tray Buffer
  • Continuous flow FIFO dynamic buffer system
  • Non-contact accumulation with flat handling of trays
  • Compact and hygienic design
  • Seamless integration with downstream packaging systems
Flowrapper
Royal Houdijk add on system Flowrapper
  • SPS or PFM high quality flowrappers
  • In particular suitable for BOE and BOP packaging configurations
  • Sidebelts (for slugs), automatic splicing, gusseting, etc. are standard/optional features
  • Either rotary or box motion sealing available
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Houdijk’s Design Vision guarantees solid, well-build and lasting solutions, that can withstand a 24/7 operation for years.

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Ease of operation
Simple, intuitive systems for smooth daily use.

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Fast change-overs
Fast, tool-free Poka Yoke swaps with built-in accuracy.

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Cleanability
Open design and removable parts for easy access.

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Maintenance
Engineered to run longer with less upkeep.

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Operator safety
Built-in safety features with clear operator guides.

Trusted by many of the world’s top brands

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FAQs

What industries does Royal Houdijk serve?
We specialize in fully automated, high performing sandwiching and packaging systems for the global bakery, biscuit and confectionery, supporting both small, medium sized and large industrial producers and brand leaders, with scalable solutions.
What makes Royal Houdijk different from other packaging solution providers?
Royal Houdijk combines over 100 years of expertise with cutting-edge robotics and automation. Our solutions are modular, scalable, and highly flexible, designed to maximize efficiency while ensuring gentle product handling.
What is the mission statement of Royal Houdijk?

Royal Houdijk is committed to deliver innovative robotic solutions that transform the bakery industry. We develop smart systems that pick with precision, pack with efficiency, and perform with reliability. Driven by innovation and dedication, we partner with our customers worldwide to ensure their bakeries operate at the highest level of excellence.

Can Royal Houdijk systems be customized for my production line?

Yes. Every system is engineered to fit your specific product, line capacity, and packaging requirements. From sandwiching to primary handling to secondary packaging, we provide tailored solutions to match your needs.

What level of support does Royal Houdijk offer after installation?
We provide global service and support, including remote diagnostics, spare parts supply, training, and preventive maintenance programs to ensure long-term reliability and uptime.
What types of packaging can your machines handle?
Our portfolio covers sandwiching technology combined with a wide range of primary and secondary packaging formats such as flow-wraps, trays, cartons, and cases — ensuring compatibility with today’s packaging standards and sustainability goals.
How can I start a project with Royal Houdijk?

You can contact us directly through our website or by sending an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Our team will assess your production requirements, propose a tailored concept, and guide you step by step from initial design to final installation and service.

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The best service and support in the industry

24/7 global support

Our global support network ensures fast remote or on-site assistance, wherever you are, whenever you need it.

Preventive maintenance

We keep your line at peak performance with preventive service plans that reduce downtime and extend system life.

Parts, retrofits & upgrades

Original spare parts, retrofit options and upgrade kits are delivered quickly to keep your system running smoothly.

Training & documentation

We train your team with clear, hands-on guidance, so you can operate with confidence and control.

Contact us to find your perfect solution

Looking for the right system for your processing and packaging needs? Contact us and find the perfect solution for your bakery products.