--- title: 5 Types Of Equipment That Will Improve Your Automation Process description: "The success of your production line is dependent on the technology & equipment you invest in. The key to success: effective & automated equipment." --- [![MFT Automation Logo](https://blog.mftautomation.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MFT_Logo_JPG_LightBG_Horizontal.png?width=2000&height=1000&name=MFT_Logo_JPG_LightBG_Horizontal.png "MFT Automation Logo")](https://MFTAutomation.com) - PRODUCTS - [Friction Feeders](https://mftautomation.com/feeders/) - [Labelers](https://mftautomation.com/labelers/) - [Integrated Systems](https://mftautomation.com/integrated-systems-new/) - [System Components](https://mftautomation.com/system-components-new/) - [Accessories](https://mftautomation.com/accessories-new/) - INDUSTRIES - [Pharmaceutical](https://mftautomation.com/pharmaceutical/) - [Food Industries](https://mftautomation.com/food-industry/) - [Print & Packaging](https://mftautomation.com/printing-and-packaging-industry/) - [Cannabis](https://mftautomation.com/cannabis/) - RESOURCES - [Blog](https://mftautomation.com/blog-2/) - [Video Library](https://mftautomation.com/video-library/) - [Request a Quote](https://mftautomation.com/request-a-quote/) - [Request Parts](https://mftautomation.com/request-parts/) - [Send a Sample](https://mftautomation.com/request-a-video-demo/) - ABOUT - [About Us](https://mftautomation.com/about-mftautomation/) - [Alliances](https://mftautomation.com/alliances/) - [Case Studies](https://mftautomation.com/case-studies/) - [Testimonials](https://mftautomation.com/testimonials/) - [Partners](https://mftautomation.com/contact/partners/) - [Tradeshows](https://mftautomation.com/tradeshows/) - [Careers](https://mftautomation.com/contact/careers/) - [CONTACT](https://mftautomation.com/contact/) - [PARTS PORTAL](https://parts.multifeeder.com/en/login?ReturnUrl=%2fen%2f) ![5 types of Equipment that will Improve your Automation Process](https://blog.mftautomation.com/hubfs/5%20types%20of%20Equipment%20that%20will%20Improve%20your%20Automation%20Process.png "5 types of Equipment that will Improve your Automation Process") # [5 Types of Equipment that will Improve your Automation Process](https://blog.mftautomation.com/blog/5-types-of-equipment-that-will-improve-your-automation-process-1) Dec 15, 2020 3:21:09 PM / by [Peter Nordling](https://blog.mftautomation.com/blog/author/peter-nordling) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) The success of your production line dependent on the technology and equipment you invest in to support it. And with the right automation process and equipment, your company could see increased production efficiency and substantial return on investment.  This probably isn’t new information to you. Surely, if you invest in packaging automation, your packaging process and production rates should increase. But the question here isn’t *why *should you invest in automation equipment, it’s *what *equipment is worth the investment? # To learn more about the top five pieces of automation equipment that support increased product output, keep reading. **1. Friction Feeders**![MFT 350ip3](https://i0.wp.com/multifeeder.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/2-MFT-350ip3.jpg?resize=249%2C249&ssl=1) [Friction Feeders](https://multifeeder.com/friction-feeders/) are our bread and butter when it comes to automation solutions. These machines consistently feed products with speed and accuracy down your production line. When paired with other automation equipment, we’ve seen [friction feeders ](https://multifeeder.com/friction-feeders/)increase product per minute output tenfold. That’s an automation process production rate you can’t beat. A friction feeder should be a core component of your production line if you’re aiming to increase output and production rates.   ![AUTOMATIC DROP TABLE (ADT)](https://i1.wp.com/multifeeder.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/ADT350_2920_ADT350_2920-400x500.jpg?resize=206%2C258&ssl=1) **2. Automatic Drop Table** The Automation Drop Table or [drop feeder](https://multifeeder.com/automatic-drop-table-adt/) batch, accumulate, square, and drop accurate counts of a variety of products. This user-friendly accessory integrates with MFT Friction Feeders like the MFT IP 250 XED, MFT IP 350 XED and MFT IP 550 XED. Its sophisticated algorithms ensure consistent and precise operation, even in the most demanding applications. Companies in the [pharmaceutical industry](https://multifeeder.com/pharmaceutical/), contract packaging, or [print industry](https://multifeeder.com/printing-packaging-industrty/) have found this accessory essential to their increased product output.  ![HIGH SPEED COLLATOR (HSC)](https://i0.wp.com/multifeeder.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/lugged_conveyor-400x320.jpg?resize=300%2C240&ssl=1) **3. High Speed Collator** If you’re looking for a packaging efficiency solution, the [High Speed Collator](https://multifeeder.com/high-speed-collator-hsc/) (HSC) is an accessory you’ll want to incorporate into your automation process. When paired with MFT friction feeders or labelers and an [Automatic Drop Table](https://multifeeder.com/automatic-drop-table-adt/), the HSC quickly becomes a powerful automated packaging system. The seamless design of this lug conveyor allows it to integrate with barcode scanners, wrappers, cartoners, vision systems, and more!    ![Impresso Labeler](https://i2.wp.com/multifeeder.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Impresso-side-view-top-2.png?resize=177%2C213&ssl=1)**4. Labelers Machine** Another efficient piece of equipment that adds value and speed to your production line is a labeler machine. Some [l](https://multifeeder.com/labelers/)[abeler machines](https://multifeeder.com/labelers/), such as the Impresso Labeler, fit into small production areas and yet still require the same durability and life expectancy as other labelers on the market. Today’s production environment demands speed and accuracy unlike we’ve ever experienced. But, investing in a [labeler machine](https://multifeeder.com/103hsm-labeler-3/) for your automation process can be the solution you’ve been looking for to help meet those demands.   ![SHINGLING CONVEYOR (SC)](https://i2.wp.com/multifeeder.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/shingling-400x266.png?resize=270%2C180&ssl=1) **5. Shingling Conveyor**   When looking for packaging efficiency solutions, the [shingling conveyor](https://multifeeder.com/shingling-conveyor-sc/) is an accessory that can help with your production line flow. This piece of automation equipment adds extra production capacity and allows for increased up-times, improving production line efficiency. The shingling conveyor is often integrated with MFT Friction Feeders, High  Speed Collators, and [Vacuum Track Conveyors](https://multifeeder.com/vacuum-track-conveyor-vtc/) to increase product output.    The best place to start before evaluating your automation equipment is to start with your automation process. First, identify the problems and challenges your process faces that would improve product output and ROI if addressed. Next, find a piece of equipment or an accessory that can reduce the impact of your problems and/or eliminate them completely.  As you continue to improve your automation process with new equipment, we hope you keep our team in mind. 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