Optimus Strapping System

Precision at
30 Bundles
Per Minute

Servo-driven. Fully automatic. Backed by the most comprehensive warranty in the industry — and delivered at a price that redefines the category.

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The Machine in Action

Why the TPS Optimus

Engineered Without Compromise

Every specification on the Optimus reflects a deliberate engineering choice — not a cost-cutting concession. Mitsubishi PLC and servo motors, HMI diagnostics, automatic cut-and-refeed, and minimal tooling were all standard from day one.

The result is a machine that runs corrugated plants and high-volume packaging lines with the reliability of systems costing twice as much — at $45,000 fully installed.

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Servo Precision

6.6 to 66 lbs of consistent tension via servo motors with automatic cut-and-refeed. No operator adjustment between bundles.

02
Minimal Tooling

Access panels and HMI touch screen diagnostics reduce downtime to near zero. Your team troubleshoots in minutes, not hours.

03
Line Integration

Variable conveyor speeds and upstream/downstream interlocks drop into existing production lines without costly retrofits.

04
Best-in-Class Warranty

3-year structural, 2-year bumper-to-bumper on servo, PLC, and HMI. Premium post-sales service — not a ticket queue.

05
In-Stock Availability

Units ship immediately in most cases. 12–16 weeks absolute maximum — a fraction of European competitor lead times.

TPS Optimus strapping head assembly — servo-driven mechanism with minimal wearing parts
TPS Optimus — Strapping Head Assembly

The Strapping Head

Refined to Its Essentials

The strapping head is where precision meets longevity. We stripped it back to what matters — an open, uncluttered mechanism engineered so every critical component stays within reach, built from a deliberately minimal set of wearing parts, and laid out so routine service takes minutes, not shifts.

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Easy Accessibility

An open architecture leaves every critical component exposed and within reach — nothing buried behind panels or hidden from the technician.

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Minimal Wearing Parts

A deliberately reduced part count means fewer components to wear, adjust, or replace — and fewer points of failure across the life of the machine.

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Simplified Serviceability

A clean, logical layout makes routine maintenance fast and intuitive. Your team services the head with common tools, in minutes, without specialist training.

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Clean, Refined Design

Every bracket, pulley, and fastener earns its place. The result runs cleaner and more reliably — refinement you can see and service.

The Seal Head

The Strongest Joint, Simply Made

At the core of every strap is the seal. The Optimus bonds strap with heat-weld technology — a clean thermal weld that produces the strongest possible joint while keeping the mechanism refreshingly simple. Feeding and tensioning are driven by Mitsubishi servo motors, delivering the precision, repeatability, and quiet efficiency that only true servo control provides.

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Heat-Weld Technology

Strap is fused with a clean thermal weld for the strongest possible joint — greater reliability without the added complexity of Ultrasonic or Friction Technology.

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Mitsubishi Servo Feed & Tension

Feeding and tensioning are powered by Mitsubishi AC brushless servo motors, delivering precise, programmable, and repeatable performance with rapid response and consistent strap tension.

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Consistent Every Cycle

Closed-loop servo control delivers the same tension and the same weld on the first bundle and the ten-thousandth — with fewer wearing parts to drift out of spec.

TPS Optimus strapping seal head — heat-weld sealing with Mitsubishi servo-driven feed and tension
TPS Optimus — Strapping Seal Head

The HMI Screen

Clarity at the Controls

The full-color HMI touchscreen provides intuitive machine control with real-time diagnostics and fault history. Every alarm is automatically logged with a precise date and time stamp, allowing maintenance personnel to quickly identify the cause, minimize troubleshooting time, and maximize uptime.

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Intuitive Touchscreen Control

A responsive color interface makes daily operation, setup, and adjustment straightforward — controls laid out for operators, not engineers.

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Real-Time Diagnostics

The machine reports its status live. Faults surface the moment they occur, with plain-language codes that point straight to the source.

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Time- & Date-Stamped Error Logging

Every error is recorded with a precise timestamp, building a clear service history and making recurring issues easy to identify.

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Faster Troubleshooting

No more decoding blinking indicators or chasing a fault down the line. Your team knows what failed and where — in seconds, not shifts.

TPS Optimus — HMI Control Screen
Paired with the 3-Sided Squaring System
The TPS Optimus running inline with the optional Optimus 3-Sided Squaring System — squared, strapped, and closed in one continuous flow.

Machine Specifications

The Details

Manufacturer: Transformer Packaging Systems
7259 Rankin Rd Ste 200, Humble TX 77396
SpeedUp to 30 bundles / min
Tension Range6.6 lbs – 66 lbs
Standard Arch Size65″ × 20″
Pass Through Height31.69″ (adjustable)
Strap Width Options5, 6, 9, 12, 15 mm
MotorServo
Sealing MethodWeld
Power Supply110–240V 1PH / 220–440V 3PH
ControlsMitsubishi PLC + HMI Touch Screen
SupportPremium Post-Sales Service
Included Features
Fully Automatic Auto Cut & Refeed Auto Loading System Variable Conveyor Speed Upstream / Downstream Interlock End of Coil Ejecting System Short Feeding Sensor Multi Strap Placement Powered Knurl Roller Top Minimal Tooling HMI Touch Screen Time / Date Diagnostics Pneumatic Top Compression Photo Eye Detection
Optional Add-Ons
Infeed / Outfeed Conveyor Optimus 3-Sided Squaring System Optimus 4-Sided Squaring System
TPS Optimus specification sheet preview
Documentation
Download the Specification Sheet

Full technical specifications, machine features, warranty coverage, and engineering highlights — everything in a two-page PDF you can share or print.

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Coverage

Best‑in‑Class Warranty

We back the Optimus harder than any competitor in the market. Three distinct tiers of coverage — so you know exactly what’s protected, for how long, with no ambiguity.

3
Year Coverage
Structure & Frame

Full coverage on structural components, frame, rollers, and all core mechanical elements. The machine’s foundation is covered for three years, period.

2
Year Coverage
Bumper to Bumper

Complete coverage on servo motors, PLC, HMI touch screen, and pneumatic top compression. Every critical component, fully protected.

90
Day Coverage
Wear Parts

Industry-standard coverage on consumable and wear components, backed by premium post-sales service and same-day parts response.

Premium Post-Sales Service — When something needs attention, you reach a person. Not a voicemail, not a portal. A live technician, when you need it.

404-344-4444 info@gap-co.com
Transparent Pricing

One Price. Fully Installed.

Starting at
$45,000
Fully Installed — No Hidden Costs
In Stock
12–16 Week Maximum Lead Time
Everything Included
Professional installation
Operator training
3-year structural warranty
2-year bumper-to-bumper
Premium post-sales service
Servo motors & Mitsubishi PLC
HMI touch screen controls
All standard features
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Phone
404-344-4444
Email
info@gap-co.com
Manufacturer
Transformer Packaging Systems
7259 Rankin Rd Ste 200, Humble, TX 77396
Distributor
GAPCO
Industrial Packaging & Strapping Supply
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