Columbia/Okura LLC

Columbia/Okura LLC Columbia/Okura is a leading provider of custom-engineered end-of-line systems including robotic palletizers and bagging machines.

Our solutions are designed to optimize your operations, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.

We’re hiring at Columbia/Okura! 🚀At Columbia/Okura, we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can t...
06/12/2026

We’re hiring at Columbia/Okura! 🚀

At Columbia/Okura, we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world.

To support our expanding client base, we are looking for two dedicated professionals to join our team at our Vancouver, WA headquarters:
🔧 Service Supervisor
🤖 Robotics Integration Technician 2

Why Columbia/Okura?
Innovation-Driven: Work with cutting-edge robotic and cobot technology.
Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values human-centric communication, mentorship, and collective success.
Local Roots: Enjoy the stability of a global brand right here in the Pacific Northwest.

Ready to shape the future of automation with us?

👉 Explore the full job descriptions and apply today via our website: https://columbiaokura.com/careers/

06/09/2026

Turning doubts into automated solutions: A look back at the agricultural boom. 🌾🤖

As part of our 30th Anniversary Series, we are looking back at the pivotal moments, challenges, and innovations that shaped Columbia/Okura into the automation leaders we are today.

In this episode, Peter Waters takes us back to the early to mid-2000s—a time when agricultural producers in the Willamette Valley were facing a massive turning point, and the convergence of shifting technology changed everything:
📉 Falling robotics costs
🔄 The rise of automated bagging machines
📐 The urgent need for high-speed solutions in compact, tight footprints

👇 Watch the clip to hear Peter break down how the industry evolved.

Learn more about how we support agricultural producers on our website: https://columbiaokura.com/industry/agriculture/

Looking to eliminate bottlenecks between your filling line and your palletizer? 🛠️An automated bagging machine is only a...
06/08/2026

Looking to eliminate bottlenecks between your filling line and your palletizer? 🛠️

An automated bagging machine is only as good as the system surrounding it. If your upstream equipment isn't talking seamlessly to your downstream palletizer, you are leaving money on the floor.

For nearly a decade, we’ve partnered with STATEC BINDER GmbH to bring world-class, high-speed open-mouth and Form-Fill-Seal (FFS) bagging machines to the US market.

But our real magic happens when we tie it all together. From feed bins and net weigh scales to the bagging machine, robotic palletizer, and stretch wrapper—we custom-engineer the entire line to fit your facility.

📈 Real Results: Take Barrett Pet Food, for example. By working with us to install a fully integrated line featuring a STATEC BINDER PRINCIPAC and a Columbia/Okura palletizing robot, they saw a 15% to 66% boost in productivity on their bag fills.

Whether you are packing agriculture, animal nutrition, chemicals, or food products, let our application engineers design a single-source solution that hits your exact production goals.

👉 Explore the lineup and let's build your system: https://columbiaokura.com/products/bagging-machines/

06/02/2026

For 30 years, Columbia/Okura has been automating production lines, but what we're doing right now with custom end-effectors is taking flexibility to a whole new level. 🛠️💥

If you visited us at PACK EXPO last year, you saw firsthand how our end-of-arm tooling designed to move products that standard systems just can't handle. We are ready to flex our engineering muscles and tackle the toughest packaging challenges in the industry.

Turn the sound up to hear what’s coming down the pipeline as we celebrate three decades of innovation! 🔊🏆

06/01/2026

Dust, grit, and heavy lifting? No problem for a Columbia/Okura robotic palletizer. 🦾🧱

We love seeing these systems handle heavy concrete bags with ease and precision. From compact, simple stack-on-floor dynaPAL® setups to fully integrated, high-capacity HD dynaPAL® systems, there is a configuration built for every plant footprint and production goal.

Say goodbye to ergonomic strain and unexpected downtime, and hello to reliable, 24/7 throughput.

Check out how we wrap up end-of-line challenges for the building materials industry: 🔗 https://columbiaokura.com/industry/building-materials/

Advanced integrated end-of-line systems require expert care. That’s where the Columbia/Okura service team comes in. ✨Fro...
05/28/2026

Advanced integrated end-of-line systems require expert care. That’s where the Columbia/Okura service team comes in. ✨

From proactive preventative maintenance to real-time remote troubleshooting, our service department is fully dedicated to maximizing your uptime and keeping your operations efficient. You focus on growing your business—we’ll focus on ensuring your palletizing systems perform at their absolute best.

💬 What’s your team’s top operational priority this quarter? Let’s talk about how our service experts can help you achieve it.

Learn about our service options: https://columbiaokura.com/customer-care/

Destino: ¡Ciudad de México! ✈️📦Columbia/Okura se enorgullece de exhibir en EXPO PACK México junto con Mauricio de Schroe...
05/27/2026

Destino: ¡Ciudad de México! ✈️📦
Columbia/Okura se enorgullece de exhibir en EXPO PACK México junto con Mauricio de Schroeder Equipos y Sistemas de Empaque del 2 al 4 de junio. Llevamos más de 30 años de experiencia en paletizado robótico al corazón de México.

Si asistirás al evento, ¡ven a visitarnos al stand 2202B! Nos encantaría mostrarte cómo nuestros sistemas robóticos y cobots pueden transformar tus operaciones de fin de línea.

¡Nos vemos en la exposición!

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05/26/2026

Precision Bagging Meets Perfection in Palletizing

Looking to eliminate bottlenecks in your production line? Columbia/Okura and our partner, STATEC BINDER GmbH, could be the answer.

STATEC BINDER’s bagging machines are engineered for durability and speed, ensuring every bag is perfectly filled and sealed before our robots take over to build the perfect stack. It’s a partnership built on reliability, so you can focus on growing your business.

Why choose this duo? ✅ Reduced downtime ✅ Versatile bag handling ✅

Global expertise, local support

Is your palletizing system keeping up—or holding you back? 📉As your production scales or your product line evolves, your...
05/21/2026

Is your palletizing system keeping up—or holding you back? 📉
As your production scales or your product line evolves, your end-of-line equipment needs to adapt. But how do you know if you should tweak what you have or start fresh?

Our blog post breaks down the three paths to modernization:
🛠️ Modification: Upgrading conveyors or programming for new patterns (best for minor shifts).
🤖 Robot Replacement: Swapping an aging arm for the latest tech while keeping your existing infrastructure.
🆕 New Equipment: A ground-up solution for maximum ROI and long-term growth.

Don’t guess your next move. Read the full breakdown here: https://columbiaokura.com/thought-leadership/palletizing-system-modification-robot-replacement-new-equipment/

05/20/2026

From cases to bags: growing our partnership with Bob's Red Mill! 🌾✨
While we usually manage their case lines, this project marked their very first automated bagging system from us.

Our Sales Application Engineer, David Brewer, breaks down exactly how intentional design made the difference:
🤔 The Challenge: Transitioning from rigid cases to flexible bag handling.
🚀 The Solution: A specialized bag-handling end effector that guarantees uniform, stable pallet loads.
🕵‍♀️ The Details: Custom additions like a sheet table with mail slot doors for quick access, and a power discharge conveyor to optimize flow.

No matter the footprint or the packaging type, a lot of thought goes into maximizing floor space and perfecting equipment handoffs.

Check out the video to see the final result, and visit us at columbiaokura.com to learn more! 🎥

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