Abstract: A method and system for forming a package that addresses operational challenges in container packaging systems. The system may include a conveyor to propagate the blank and the plurality of containers at a first velocity through the system, the blank includes a main panel having a plurality of apertures, a left clip enclosing panel foldably coupled to a first side of the main panel and a right clip enclosing panel foldably coupled to a second side of the main panel. The system further includes a latching tool including a blade member configured to travel in an eccentric path such that the blade member is arranged to move vertically to secure a portion of the clip enclosing panel to a first set of containers while simultaneously moving horizontally at the first velocity.

Abstract: A method and system for forming a package that addresses operational challenges in container packaging systems. A packaging machine may include a conveyance system that provides continuous blank transport through multiple processing stages. The system may include pre-break stages that prepare fold lines in the blank for subsequent folding operations. Leading edge manipulators may include mechanical elements with finger-like protrusions and biasing mechanisms for controlled pressure application. Trailing edge cam assemblies may include dynamic cams with engagement points mounted on rotatable shafts driven by servo motors. Tamper wheels may provide rolling surfaces with wedge-shaped recesses for secondary fold line reinforcement.

Abstract: A method and system for forming a package that addresses operational challenges in container packaging systems. The system may include a conveyor to propagate the blank and the plurality of containers at a first velocity through the system, the blank includes a main panel having a plurality of apertures, a left clip enclosing panel foldably coupled to a first side of the main panel and a right clip enclosing panel foldably coupled to a second side of the main panel. The system further includes a latching tool including a blade member configured to travel in an eccentric path such that the blade member is arranged to move vertically to secure a portion of the clip enclosing panel to a first set of containers while simultaneously moving horizontally at the first velocity.