Orion Packaging Systems announced the launch of its Flex Legion semi-automatic stretch wrapper this week. The ProMach brand says the system is designed and built in the United States, replacing its imported entry-level stretch wrapper.
By bringing design, engineering, sourcing, and production stateside, Orion says it can reduce exposure to overseas supply chain disruptions and tariff impacts while maintaining control over components, inventory, and pricing. It offers manufacturers consistency in quality, more predictable lead times, and improved control over the total cost of ownership.
“Flex Legion reflects our focus on building equipment that customers can rely on – not just today, but over the long term,” said Pat Pownell, director of sales at Orion, in a statement. “Manufacturing this system in the United States enables us to respond faster to customer needs, ensure consistent build quality, and deliver an entry-level machine that performs at a level typically associated with more advanced systems.”
Automation and workflow
The Flex Legion is Orion’s entry point into semi-automatic automation and includes an Allen-Bradley human-machine interface (HMI) and manual equipment knobs for turntable speed, carriage travel, and film tension.
Its operation and controls make it suitable for manufacturers transitioning from hand wrapping to automation.
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Design and load support
It’s constructed with structural tubing and an all-steel tower, supporting loads up to 4,000 pounds with optional configurations available. This includes anywhere from 20 loads a day to 20 loads an hour to accommodate larger pallet loads and future growth inside both plants and warehouses.
“From an engineering standpoint, Flex Legion was designed to be a long-term solution,” said Bryce Holm, mechanical engineer, at Orion. “It shares architecture and components with Orion’s Flex line, which improves durability, simplifies maintenance, and reduces the total number of unique spare parts customers need to keep on hand.”
The Flex Legion is also equipped with a powered InstaThread carriage that can deliver uniform 200% film pre-stretch. Orion says this helps manufacturers achieve consistent load containment and offers sustainability benefits, including reduced film consumption when compared to friction-based or core-break systems.
It’s designed for versatility and can be deployed in a wide range of industries, including food, beverage, and general manufacturing.
