Qimarox
About us
Qimarox is a leading manufacturer of components for material handling systems. As a manufacturer of palletizers, vertical conveyors (product lifts), vertical pallet conveyors (vertical palletlifts), pallet dispensers and shielding systems, Qimarox distinguishes itself by its contemporary vision and approach, in which innovation, quality and added value are of paramount importance.
Our History
Qimarox emerged from Nedpack, which was established in 1995 by Pieter Hannessen. From the beginning, Nedpack had a strong focus on the manufacture of palletisers and product elevators for end-of-line packaging systems. The company’s years of experience and continuous development have produced machines that are modular, standardised components, which today are supplied to original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and system integrators worldwide. In 2012, this components division was split off from Nedpack and housed in Qimarox, to place even more focus on design, production and supply of these components.
Our Mission
Qimarox aspires to become the market leader in the supply of material handling components to OEMs and system integrators, offering the highest performance, lowest integration costs and best service to end users.
Our Vision
The material handling systems market requires components that combine high performance with low costs and which meet the following requirements:
Modular design, for quick and easy installation and modification.
Multifunctional, so they are versatile and can combine different tasks.
Durable, so they require little maintenance and have a high degree of operational availability.
Qimarox does this in several ways:
We are always on the lookout for innovative concepts. One feature of our components is that they work differently (and are smarter) than conventional components in the market.
Thanks to continuous development, our components are highly standardised, making them quick and easy to manufacture and low in price.
Wherever possible, we use the same types of components, and which are generically available, so the costs for service and maintenance remain limited.
Our people
Qimarox has a team of highly qualified employees. Their customer focus enables Qimarox to maintain and further expand its current leading position in the market.
Our customers
Qimarox currently supplies more than two hundred system partners around the world, active in various sectors such as logistics, machine Construction and construction of transport and end-of-line packaging systems. Please consult our references page to find out which end-users are using our components.
Two branches
Qimarox is headquartered in Harderwijk, centrally located in the Netherlands. Since 2011, Qimarox has also had an office in the United States, to quickly and effectively serve the North American market.
Contact details Head Office
Qimarox B.V.
Nobelstraat 43
NL-3846 CE HarderwijK
The Netherlands
Tel. +31 (0) 341 43 67 00
info@qimarox.com
www.qimarox.com
Products & services
Vertical conveyor ProRunner mk1
The Prorunner mk1 is a discontinuous vertical conveyor with a small footprint that excels in robustness and requires minimal maintenance. Its steel structure is extremely stable under all circumstances. By using a flat belt the Prorunner mk1 is completely silent in its movement. Moreover, a flat belt of this type almost has no maintenance. No lubrication and tension in comparison to chain driven system is needed anymore. Due to the small footprint the machine can be used in almost any factory lay-out. Efficient vertical transport (Vertical conveyor) The lift can easily hoist boxes, trays, boxes, crates, boxes or bags weighing up to 75 kg. The Prorunner mk1 is ideally suited for applications where maximum capacity of approximately 360 movements per hour is needed. Its compact design makes it a vertical conveyor with small footprint. All this together makes the Prorunner mk1 an extremely efficient and economical solution for your vertical transportation.
Continuous vertical conveyor ProRunner mk5
The vertical conveyor Prorunner mk5 is a continuous product lift with the surprisingly low price tag of a discontinuous conveyor. The module-based Prorunner mk5 can easily reach a throughput of 2,000 products per hour and the vertical conveyor is particularly versatile for material handling. The modular buildup of our vertical conveyors makes shipment volumes smaller and shipment costs cheaper. Our Prorunner mk5’s can be used to effortlessly and quickly transport a wide variety of products to a second or higher floor aswell as back to the ground floor. This energy-efficient product lift can be used to effortlessly and quickly transport a wide variety of products. Products like boxes, cases, trays or bags can be transported to and from any height you require. The product is always carried in an upright position without the risk of product deformation. vertical lift prorunner mk 5 qimarox But the Prorunner mk5 can do even more! The elevator system can even be used for both ascending and descending product flows at the same time. This versatile vertical conveyor is also suitable to use as a vertical sorter by adding retractable conveyors. Find out more about vertical sorting here.
Pallet lift ProRunner mk9
The Prorunner mk9 is a rugged pallet lift that automates the transport of pallets by lifting and lower ing the pallets to the desired level of your facility. The Prorunner mk9 is the perfect solution for capacities of up to 100 pallets per hour. Because of its extremely small footprint, this lift fits into virtually any layout. This compact vertical pallet conveyor is very easy to integrate into your transport system and can be equipped with a roller conveyor or chain conveyor. Thanks to the design and highly reliable components, the machine hardly requires any maintenance. In short: an easy-to-integrate pallet lift that also is affordable. Robust Pallet lift The compact and robust pallet lift easily transports pallets up to 1,250 kilograms up or down ten meters. The modular construction makes the lift durable and maintenance-friendly and is easy to integrate into any environment. Because the complete construction and drive is integrated on one side, pallets can be fed in or out from three sides. It is also possible to operate several infeed or outfeed conveyors with one machine, so that the lift can be used for vertical sorting, for example. The drive consists of a SEW electric motor as standard, which can be mounted at floor level or at the level of the mezzanine, depending on the customers preference.
Vertical pallet conveyor ProRunner mk10
The Prorunner mk10 is a sturdy pallet lift that can automate the pallet transport in your facility. It is capable of transporting pallets up and down to the desired level of your facility. The Prorunner mk10 consists of four columns, allowing it to easily transport pallets up to 2,000 kg. The Prorunner mk10 is the perfect pallet lift to handle heavy pallets. Capacities of up to 100 pallets per hour can easily be achieved with the Pallet lift. Compact unit Because of its extremely small footprint, this lift fits into virtually any layout. It can easily bridge any difference in height between 0.40 and 10 ft, even at the maximum height difference of 10 ft. The Prorunner mk10 is equipped with a lifting platform of 1200 x 1100 mm as standard that can be fitted with a pallet track, so that it can handle not only euro pallets, but also product carriers of different sizes such as block pallets.This compact unit is very easy to integrate into your transport system and can be equipped with roller conveyor or chain conveyor. Thanks to its design and highly reliable components, the PRmk10 pallet lift for heavy pallets hardly requires any maintenance. In short: an easy-to-integrate vertical conveyor for pallets that remains affordable.
Vertical Conveyor ProRunner PR12
The Prorunner PR12 (PR12 Vertical conveyor for AMR and products up to pallet size) is a discontinuous vertical conveyor with a small footprint that excels in positioning accuracy, stiffness and high capacity. This makes the machine an excellent choice to transport Automated Guided Vehicles. The machine column can be fitted with a secondary carrier which is individually driven. Each carrier can be fitted with a roller conveyor or a platform for an AGV, AMR or products. The PR12 vertical conveyor transports AGV (automated guided vehicle), AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robots) or products to different levels of your facility. An AGV or AMR gives more flexibility to your daily operations and can reduce labor costs in your operation in many ways. With the new PR12 vertical conveyor an even higher level of flexibility can be reached as this versatile lifter makes it possible to transport an AGV or AMR vertically and have it operating at multiple different mezzanine levels. The PR12 is designed to use a minimum of floor space and can be equipped with either one or two platforms. As an option it is also possible to replace a platform with a roller conveyor. By using a servo drive the unit can be integrated easily into any demanding, dynamic and challenging system design.
Lowrunner LR3 - Palletizer
The modular LOWRUNNER LR1 palletizer from Qimarox is a 5-axis palletizer with a capacity of up to 800 packages per hour. It is an entry-level model, suitable for an environment where rapid return on investment is desired or necessary. Optionally, the LOWRUNNER LR1 can also places the pallets and intermediate sheets by itself. Low level infeed With the Lowrunner LR1 there is no need for an operator platform as the complete layer formation station is placed at floor level. The unique Qimarox layer formation station can place every product on an exact location. This is done with a product pusher that places every product into a row of product. If a row is completed this row is placed onto the stacking plate. This is an unique feature as most low level palletizers handle products layer-by-layer. By putting the products row-by-row onto the pallet the floor space of the machine can be minimized. By pulling out the stacking plate in two directions, to the front and back side of the pallet, a solid pallet load is guaranteed. Due to this solution the Lowrunner LR1 palletizer is very suitable for a large variety of products. Pallet handling As an add-on it's possible to handle empty pallets without adding additional system components or need for more floor space. A stack of empty pallets is placed underneath the layer formation station and can be picked up by the stacking plate. This functionality normally is only known in robotic palletizing solutions. Intermediate sheets handling The same system used to pick-and-place empty pallets can also be used for putting intermediate sheets between layers. Intermediate sheets can be used to increase load stability to a pallet. By using the Lowrunner LR1 modular palletizer from Qimarox with the ability to put down rows there is less need for intermediate sheets. This because the outside of the cartons are always perfectly outlined on top each other so the maximum strength of the carton is used.
Highrunner HR7 - Palletizer
Palletizer Highrunner HR7: rapidly putting down layers What distinguishes Highrunner flexible palletizer from most other palletizing systems is the position of the pattern-formation conveyor. In the Highrunners, the pattern-formation conveyor is located at a height, while the pallet is moved up and down with a pallet lifter. The top of the pallet is consequently always located at the same level as the pattern-formation conveyor. Highrunner HR7 palletiser Highrunner HR7 palletizer Palletizing Layer by layer The Highrunner HR7 is the fastest, most flexible palletizer from the Qimarox range. What is interesting is that the products are deposited on the pallet layer by layer with the Highrunner HR7. To do so the machine has a built-in buffer, where each formed row remains until a layer is complete. By depositing an entire layer at a time, the Highrunner HR7 needs to make fewer movements. This saves time, which increases the capacity. Because it's the pallet that moves up and down with the Highrunner HR7 flexible palletizer, the rows no longer need to be moved up and down while being deposited. That saves even more time, especially with pallets that need to be stacked 1.80 metres or higher. This makes the Highrunner HR7 one of the fastest palletizers on the market. Infeed and outfeed of pallets As soon as a pallet is full, the pallet lift moves all the way down so that it can be carried away via a pallet transport system. An empty pallet can be supplied from the opposite direction at the same time. The Highrunner HR7 can handle a wide range of products: boxes boxes with lids trays trays with foil buckets crates jerrycans etc.
Logistics Palletizer Highrunner HR9
The Qimarox Highrunner HR9 Logistics palletizer is specially designed for logistic operations. Therefore, this machine is very effective where many different products are handled in short batches. Our unique and patented layer-formation system can generate a large variety of layer patterns. These patterns can be selected automatically or generated by the state-of-the-art pattern generator. A specially designed pattern generator will present to you the most optimal layer pattern according to box size and pallet size. As example, if the installation is equipped with a full 3D product scanner it is even possible to have the system working fully autonomously. Because the pattern formation system is at high level and the pallet is moving up and down with the pallet lift, (Qimarox Prorunner mk10) higher throughputs can be achieved. The top of the pallet is consequently always located at the same level as the pattern-formation conveyor. As a result higher layer capacity is possible as stacking plates can receive a new layer quickly after a layer is placed onto a pallet. logistics palletizer Hr9 Layer by layer The Highrunner HR9 Logistics palletizer is based on the Highrunner HR7. This machine is the fastest, most flexible palletizer from the Qimarox range. What is interesting is that the products are deposited on the pallet layer by layer with this machine. To do so the machine has a built-in buffer, where each formed row remains until a layer is complete. By depositing an entire layer at a time, the Highrunner HR9 needs to make fewer movements. This saves time, which increases the capacity. Because it is the pallet that is moving up and down with the Highrunner HR9 palletizer, the layers no longer need to be moved up and down while being deposited. As a result time is saved, especially with pallets that need to be stacked 1.80 meters or higher. This makes the Highrunner HR9 one of the fastest palletizers on the market.
Pallet Dispenser PD1 for empty pallets
The Qimarox Pallet dispenser PD1 is suitable for stacking and/or de-stacking empty pallets. By using pneumatic movements these are being carried out effectively and controlled, which guarantees an optimal operation. This machine is suitable for both two-way and four-way pallets, regardless of the wooden or plastic material of the pallet. Most logistic operations require empty pallets to be singled out and offered to the automated process like palletizing. By suppling empty pallets tot he system automatically the overall efficiency increases as there is less risk that the palletizer comes to an standstill.
Pallet Dispenser PD2 for empty pallets
Pallet dispenser PD2 - empty pallet handling The Qimarox empty Pallet Dispenser PD2 is suitable for stacking and/or de-stacking empty pallets of different sizes. By using pneumatic movements these are being carried out effectively and controlled, which guarantees an optimal operation. This machine is suitable for both two-way and four-way pallets, regardless the wooden or plastic material of the pallet. Most logistic operations require empty pallets to be singled out and offered to the automated process like palletizing. By suppling empty pallets tot he system automatically the overall efficiency increases as there is less risk that the palletizer comes to an standstill. By using the Qimarox pallet dispensers you can easily handle all kind of different pallet types; like EURO, CHEP, GMA and Australian standard pallets.
Prorunner mk10-PS Stacking or de-stacking of pallet
Prorunner mk10-PS Loaded pallet stacker Based on our successful Prorunner mk10 pallet lift the Loaded pallet stacker Prorunner mk10-PS is a very versatile unit to stack loaded pallets on top of each other. Stacking loaded pallets is very common in logistic operations to limit the number of fork lift movements or to use within an automated truck loading system. When using a pallet doubler the logistics handling is lowered significantly and transportation cost can be lowered. Stacker for loaded pallets Loaded pallet stacker The Prorunner mk10-PS is a rugged pallet stacker that will stack your loaded pallets, until the end of time. That is, it does what it is supposed to do and looks after itself. The Prorunner mk10-PS is the perfect solution for capacities of up to 100 pallets per hour. Because of its extremely small footprint, this loaded pallet stacker fits into virtually any layout. The Prorunner mk10-PS offers more advantages. Because the modular design is based on the existing pallet lift that has already been used in hundreds of operations around the world, end users are assured of a proven, reliable, maintenance-friendly and cost-effective solution. The serially produced pallet lift is built exclusively from standard components. This compact unit is very easy to integrate into your transport system and can be equipped with roller conveyor or chain conveyor. Thanks to its design and highly reliable components, the machine hardly requires any maintenance. In short: an easy-to-integrate pallet doubler that remains affordable.
Safety Fence - Securyfence
Securyfence consiste en paneles de tela metálica perfilados que se atornillan a los soportes. ¿Las dimensiones estándares no le convienen? Podrá cortar los paneles de tela metálica y los tubos a medida y en el lugar que desee. Nunca antes el montaje de una protección segura fue tan sencillo. Los paneles de tela metálica ofrecen una excelente visibilidad sobre las máquinas para que pueda intervenir enseguida, si fuera necesario. Gracias a los perfiles los paneles de tela metálica son extra fuertes y por lo tanto resistentes. Securyfence es un sistema modular, lo que significa que podrá elegir de una amplia gama de medidas. Puede elegir entre seis anchos diferentes, desde 225 mm hasta 1495 mm, y dos alturas: 1023 mm o 2123 mm. Las ventajas de Securyfence: Montaje rápido A medida, de forma sencilla Extra fuerte, gracias a los perfiles Sistema modular Alta visibilidad Disponible en acero inoxidable Dimensiones conforme las normas CE y NEN
Vertical conveyor ProRunner PR2
Vertical conveyor Prorunner PR2 - more benefits Building on the success of the Prorunner mk1, the Prorunner PR2 represents the latest innovation in vertical conveyors by Qimarox. Designed for superior efficiency and reliability, the PR2 features a continuous timing belt pulley system, providing smoother, faster and more consistent movement compared to the Prorunner mk1. Furthermore, other important advantages include minimal noise levels, a small footprint, and low maintenance requirements. Unlike chain-driven solutions, the Prorunner PR2 requires no lubrication or tension adjustments. Additionally, its compact footprint ensures it fits seamlessly into any factory layout Efficient positioning As a result to the continuous toothed belt pulley system, the Prorunner PR2 can move faster. When multiple stop positions are required, the gear motor is equipped with an encoder to ensure accurate positioning. Even more powerful The Prorunner PR2 vertical conveyor can transport boxes, trays, crates or bags weighing up to 100 kg, therefore it is suitable for multiple industries and applications. Thanks to the drive system this vertical conveyor can achieve higher vertical speeds - up to 2 m/s - compared to the PRmk1. The Prorunner PR2 can handle up to approximately 500 cycles per hour. Its compact design ensures a small footprint, making it an efficient and space-saving solution. Customizable options The Prorunner PR2 offers the same benefits as all our other vertical conveyors, which are: Flexible infeed and outfeed: Adaptable to your specific operational requirements. Modular configuration: easy to integrate with existing systems.
Highrunner HR10 - Palletizer
Qimarox Highrunner HR10 – Palletizer for the Beverage Industry The Highrunner HR10 is designed for high-speed beverage production lines, handling 900–1,500 products per hour and layer weights up to 280 kg. Its motorized restraints ensure perfect layer positioning, while buffer positions minimize downtime during pallet changes. Key benefits: High throughput & flexibility – optimized for the beverage industry’s speed demands. Space-saving design – high-level infeed reduces floor space use. Gentle product handling – prevents damage to fragile containers like glass. Low maintenance & minimal downtime – reliable, quick to restore. Improved efficiency & safety – reduced labor, fewer errors, safer workplace. The HR10 offers faster stacking than robotic systems, maximizes warehouse space, and ensures consistent, damage-free palletizing.
PR14 - Vertical Conveyor
PR14 Vertical Conveyor: Compact lift for dual-line transfer of cartons and totes. Bi-directional rollers shuttle up to 83 kg smoothly between stacked conveyors. Minimal footprint, low-maintenance, customizable height up to 2.5 m for mezzanines or two-tier lines.
ProRunner mk5 Washdown
Prorunner mk5-WD - Modular continuous vertical conveyor The Washdown vertical conveyor prorunner mk5 is a full stainless steel machine specially designed for challenging environments or for situations that requires the unit to be cleaned thoroughly. Engineered for enhanced durability and easy cleaning, it combines efficiency and versatility, making it perfect for industries that demand clean operations. Easy to clean continuous vertical conveyor The vertical conveyor Prorunner mk5-WD is a continuous product lift based on the standard Prorunner mk5. Just like the standard Prorunner mk5, the Washdown version features a modular design, ensuring seamless integration and adaptability. With the capability to handle up to 1400 products per hour, this versatile vertical conveyor is ideal for a wide range of material handling applications. The modular build of all our vertical conveyors reduces shipment volumes and costs. Whether you need to transport boxes, cases, trays, or bags, this vertical conveyor handles it all with ease. It can transport products to a maximum height of 8 meters (26 feet), from the ground floor to upper levels or vice versa. The product is always carried in an upright position without the risk of product deformation. Designed to minimize energy consumption, the Prorunner mk5-WD helps you save on operational costs while maintaining top performance.
ProRunner mk5 Twin
Our ProRunner mk5 Twin If you need your larger products to be vertically transported it’s possible to have two standard Prorunner mk5 Twin vertical conveyors connected and have this set equipped with a larger conveyor. This gives you the possibility to handle longer products but still use a minimal amount of floor space. Also it creates the possibility to two vertical conveyors as a buffer solutions. The Prorunner mk5 Twin is a module based continuous product lift that can be easily assembled in almost any configuration. This system incorporates only highly reliable components that offer an extremely long service life. Maintenance is restricted to an absolute minimum. In addition, Qimarox is also developing a ProRunner mk5 Twin Sorter as part of an R&D concept. This solution is designed for advanced vertical sorting applications and is currently only upon request for co-development projects.
Highrunner HR13 - Palletizer
The Highrunner HR13 by Qimarox is the ideal palletizer for the snacks industry, specially designed to palletize cartons of chips, popcorn, pretzels, and other snack products efficiently and reliably. With its high speed, flexible stacking patterns, and compact design, the HR13 meets the demands of modern snack production environments. It handles lightweight, fragile cartons without damage and ensures consistent, stable pallets even at high output levels. The system integrates easily into existing packaging lines and is built to meet the strict hygiene and safety standards of the food industry. The HR13 palletizer for snacks is Qimarox’s dedicated solution for efficiently palletizing cartons of chips, popcorn, and other packaged snacks. In the snack industry, where lightweight cartons need to be stacked reliably and quickly, the HR13 offers high performance in a compact footprint. It’s designed to handle varying carton sizes and stacking patterns while ensuring product stability and minimal downtime. With its smart layer formation and easy integration into existing packaging lines, the HR13 palletizer helps snack producers increase throughput, reduce manual labor, and ensure consistent pallet quality. This makes it an ideal fit for any high-volume snack production environment. Whether you produce single-flavor cartons or promotional mix packs, the HR13 palletizer for snacks delivers reliable automation tailored to your needs.
Contour Scanner CS1
Most disruptions in a production line are caused by poorly packaged products. Issues such as inconsistent packaging shapes or dimensions can significantly reduce Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Additionally, defective packaging that reaches the palletizing machine can lead to improperly stacked pallets. The ContourScanner CS1 helps improve OEE by minimizing these disruptions. Examples of common issues with packaging: Box not sealed Box sealed crookedly Box improperly sealed (loose tape) Shrink wrap missing Protruding parts Our goal is to bring your packaging line’s OEE closer to 100% with the help of the ContourScanner CS1. To enhance OEE, we developed the ContourScanner to detect defective packaging, such as: Open flap on the top Open flap on the front or back Open flap on the side Misaligned product Missing shrink wrap Operation: Teach function: Scan the correct packaging (the system includes a “Teach” function that captures the dimensions of the packaging). Set tolerances: Input acceptable tolerance levels. Ready for use: The ContourScanner is now operational. Experience with the Countour Scanner CS1: There are now several CS1 systems operational at production facilities (Heinz and Farm Dairy), the first of which has now been in operation for over two years. Future enhancements: Measurement of film length Detection of undersized products Detection of missing top trays Height-to-width ratio analysis Label presence detection Checkweigher with logging Camera-recorded rejection images
ProRunner mk5 - Vertical Sorter
The Prorunner mk5 vertical sorter is a high-performance vertical conveyor equipped with integrated, retractable roller- or multibelt conveyor modules. Unlike traditional multi-level sorters that require separate lifts or fixed chutes on each floor, the mk5-soter uses one moving lift assembly with retractable decks to feed or discharge cartons, totes and bins at any desired level. Based on the Prorunner mk5 vertical conveyor it’s possible to add retractable conveyors to feed or discharge products from the side or front of the vertical conveyor on multiple levels. It’s also possible to have an upstream and downstream productflow within one system. Why the Prorunner mk5-Sorter? When you need flexible, high-throughput vertical sorter application without the complexity of multiple lifts or chutes, the mk5’s retractable conveyor technology delivers unmatched adaptability. Cut installation time, maintenance costs and floor-space requirements - while supporting both continuous sortation and batch buffering in one unified system.
Highrunner HR8 - Palletizer
The Highrunner HR8 is designed for palletizing IQF products (cartons containing frozen food, mainly vegetables, fries & fruits) and has handling capacities of 900 – 1,800 products per hour. Palletizing cartons with IQF products comes with many challenges different from any other industry. With many installations over the past decades Qimarox has proven to offer the best solution to deal with these challenges. With the Palletizer Highrunner HR8 for IQF products we developed a special configuration that is focused on handling cartons that are not completely filled to the top or are so full they are bulged on each side. The HR8 layer palletizer comes with all layer patterns known to the sector already programmed. These patterns can be selected automatically without any manual adjustment needed. Frozen foods (IQF) industry In the frozen food industry, it's important to efficiently manage the storage and transportation of food. That's where palletizers come in. The Palletizer Highrunner HR8 for IQF products is a machine that's designed to efficiently load empty pallets with frozen food products. There are several reasons why using a palletizer in the frozen food industry is beneficial. First, it speeds up the process of handling the products and the loading and unloading process for transport trucks. Resulting in shorter transportation times and less risk of defrosted food. Also, using a palletizer helps to reduce labor costs by automating a tedious and physical task. Finally, a palletizer can be programmed to load pallets in a way that optimizes storage space, saving money on storage fees. In summary, using a palletizer in the frozen food industry has many advantages, including shorter transportation times, reduced labor costs, and optimized storage space.