DPL-250
DPL-250 STANDARD
DEPALLETIZER
Automated can depalletizer | layer sweep depal | craft beverage packaging line
The CODI DPL-250 is a can depalletizer that runs up to 250 CPM, engineered for beverage producers that need reliable automated depalletizing. It is our best selling depalletizer for a reason! Unlike standard hoist systems that put greasy, moving parts directly above your open cans, the DPL-250 uses an enclosed-chain counterbalance that keeps all mechanical components away from the product path. VFD-controlled drives, encoder layer tracking, integrated slip sheet removal, and a touchscreen HMI. Feeds directly into container cleaning, filling, and packaging equipment and integrates perfectly with our CCL-45 Counter Pressure Can Filler.
The CODI DPL-250 is a can depalletizer that runs up to 250 CPM, engineered for beverage producers that need reliable automated depalletizing. It is our best selling depalletizer for a reason! Unlike standard hoist systems that put greasy, moving parts directly above your open cans, the DPL-250 uses an enclosed-chain counterbalance that keeps all mechanical components away from the product path. VFD-controlled drives, encoder layer tracking, integrated slip sheet removal, and a touchscreen HMI. Feeds directly into container cleaning, filling, and packaging equipment and integrates perfectly with our CCL-45 Counter Pressure Can Filler.
PRODUCT FEATURES
Enclosed-Chain Counterbalance Lift
No overhead grease drip points above open cans. The lift mechanism is fully enclosed, keeping contamination risks out of the product path where they don't belong.
Side-Driven Layer Sweep
Locking hardware holds cans secure during the sweep so they arrive on the conveyor upright and undamaged, every layer.
Integrated Single Filer
A built-in single-filer conveyor comes standard. No separate integration required to get cans moving single file into your line.
VFD-Controlled Drives with Encoder Positioning
Variable frequency drives let you dial in speed to match your line, and the encoder tracks exact layer position so the lift stops where it should, every time.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Up to 250 CPM
Most Popular Depal
Proven Performance
Performance & Capacity
Operating Speed: Up to 250 CPM (15,000 CPH)
Container Compatibility: Aluminum beverage cans (Standard, Sleek, Slim), aluminum bottles, and bulk glass (with upgrade)
Pre-Loaded Can Heights: 14 pre-programmed standard recipes plus 4 custom configurable user slots
Elevation Lift System: Precision encoder-driven chain hoist with positive position layer indexing
Physical Dimensions & Weight
Standard Overall Footprint (L × W × H): 73" × 121" × 130" (1,855 × 3,074 × 3,302 mm)
Configuration Footprints:Side-Push Frame: 125.3" L × 72.5" W × 131.3" H
Straight-Push Frame: 150.1" L × 64.9" W × 150.8" H
Shorty Low-Clearance Frame: 109.3" L × 77.9" W × 100.9" H
Machine Weight: Approx. 2,700 lbs (1,225 kg)
Ceiling Height Requirement: Recommended 130"+ ceiling clearance (105"+ for Shorty configuration)
Utility Requirements
Electrical Supply:208–240 VAC, 3-Phase, 60 Hz, 24 Amps Full Load (Standard)
380–500 VAC / 460 VAC, 3-Phase, 50/60 Hz, 15 Amps Full Load (Optional upcharge)
Compressed Air:5 to 8 CFM @ 80–110 PSI (clean, dry air meeting ISO 8573-1:2010 Class 2)
Onboard Festo precision pressure regulator set to 60–80 PSI
Dedicated 1/2" ID supply line with standard quick-disconnect coupler
Layout & Frame Configurations
Push Direction Orientation: Choose Side-Push or Straight-Push configurations to match your facility floor plan and can infeed direction.
Shorty Low-Clearance Frame: Compact vertical mast engineered specifically for facilities with low ceiling heights (under 11 feet).
Custom Powder Coat Finish: Durable industrial carbon steel frame powder-coated in custom colors to match your brand, brewery, or plant aesthetic.
Operator Access & Controls
"Birds Nest" Mezzanine Platform & Ladder: Elevated catwalk with safety railing allowing operators to safely inspect and manage top pallet layers and band removal.
Secondary Platform HMI: Dual-station control touchscreen mounted directly on the upper platform so operators can jog or reset the machine from above.
Remote Connectivity: Network-enabled PLC router allowing complete machine monitoring and remote diagnostics via smartphone, tablet, or PC.
Conveyance & Container Handling
Single Filer Bead Rails: Low-friction rolling bead guide rails recommended for shrink-sleeved, digital printed, or matte-finish cans to prevent scuffing and line jams.
Date Code Bump-Out: Integrated conveyor offset section designed for clean, unobstructed coding of can bottoms or sidewalls via CIJ or laser printers.
Bulk Glass Handling Package: Heavy-duty reinforced motor drives, sprockets, and guide wear plates engineered to depalletize half-pallets of glass bottles.
Infeed / Rinser Integration: Factory-fit mating brackets for seamless connection to CODI Twist Rinses, Grip Lowerators, or Vacuum S-Rinsers.
Slip Sheet Management & Maintenance
Slip Sheet Collection Racks: Available with a flat horizontal accumulation rack or a space-saving vertical collection bin for easy return to can manufacturers.
Curated Spare Parts Packages: Tiered maintenance kits (Tier 1 quick-wear parts, Tier 2 annual overhaul, Tier 3 high-volume uptime).
Precision Positive-Position Hoist
The pallet elevator utilizes an integrated heavy-duty chain lift driven by a dedicated Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) and absolute encoder feedback.
Automatically elevates the pallet layer by layer to the exact deadplate height with sub-millimeter precision.
Change can heights with the touch of a button—simply select your container format on the screen and the hoist automatically recalibrates without requiring mechanical tools or physical stops.
Sanitary Overhead Side-Driven Sweep Arm
The sweeping carriage is driven entirely from the side rather than overhead lead screws or exposed lubricated chains.
Keeps open empty cans clean and hygienic by eliminating the risk of oil, grease, or metal shavings dropping into containers.
Smooth, multi-speed VFD sweep profiles gently transfer entire layers of cans across the deadplate while maintaining back-pressure to keep containers upright.
Automated Pneumatic Slip Sheet Removal
High-volume Festo bellows suction cups and pneumatic mechanical edge grippers grip and lift the slip sheet as soon as the can layer clears.
The sweep arm deposits the used slip sheet directly onto the collection rack during its return stroke, fully automating a task that traditionally requires manual labor.
Integrated Multi-Belt Single Filer Conveyor
Every DPL-250 includes a dedicated 9-foot variable-speed single filer conveyor equipped with a multi-angle transfer plate.
Differential belt speeds gently funnel mass can layers down into a stable single file without pinching, denting, or jamming.
Features corrosion-resistant food-grade polymer-housed stainless steel bearings and high-wear UHMW plastic guides.
Centralized Schneider Electric HMI & Multi-VFD Control
Powered by an industrial Schneider Electric PLC and intuitive touchscreen interface.
Dedicated VFDs isolate and fine-tune three critical movement axes independently:Hoist VFD: Controls rapid lift and gentle indexing of pallet stacks.
Sweep VFD: Sets the push speed onto the single filer based on packaging line speed.
Single Filer VFD: Matches container feed rate directly to filler demand.
Comprehensive Operator Safety
Built-in optoelectronic safety light curtains protect the pallet infeed opening, instantly pausing machine motion if an operator or forklift enters the envelope.
Mechanical anti-drop safety catches lock the hoist in place during power loss or pneumatic pressure drops to prevent carriage descent.
Centralized E-stop circuit features an automatic safety air-dump valve that exhausts pneumatic pressure immediately upon activation.
ACCESSORIES
FAQ
What makes the DPL-250 different from a garage-door-style depalletizer?
Most depalletizers use a garage-door-style lift, where chains and counterweights hoist the entire pallet carriage inside a tall tower. The DPL-250 uses a direct-drive lift table with no chains, no counterweights, and no overhead pulleys. That removes a major maintenance item and lowers the overall machine height.
What speed and container types can the DPL-250 handle?
It runs up to 250 CPM under ideal conditions, handling standard, sleek, and slim aluminum cans as well as glass bottles and PET containers. That versatility makes it a practical entry-level automated feed for multi-format craft lines.
Does the DPL-250 handle slip sheets and top frames automatically?
No. The operator removes top frames and slip sheets manually from the platform as each layer elevates. For automated top-frame removal and slip-sheet collection at higher speeds, step up to the DPL-500.
What does the DPL-250 need downstream?
A mass-accumulation table or single-filing conveyor to transition containers from full layers into a single line for your rinser or filler. CODI configures discharge conveyance to match your line layout.
