How Pallet Pattern and Symmetry Works in the Robotiq Palletizer Software

Context

This article explains how the Robotiq Palletizer software handles pallet symmetry. It’s important to understand how standard and mirrored layouts work to ensure proper recipe configuration and avoid unnecessary duplication.

Information

1. What You See Is What You Get

When configuring your pallet layout using the Robotiq Palletizer Configurator, the layout you see online is exactly what you will get in your final setup. There are no hidden changes or alternate interpretations — what’s shown is what the robot will follow.
Configurator link example

2. Standard Pallet Symmetry (Most Common Case)

In nearly all applications, the two pallet positions (left and right) are identical. This means:

• Only one recipe is needed.

• The robot automatically applies the same layout to both pallets.

• This keeps setup time and complexity minimal.

Identical

3. Mirrored (Reflected) Layout – Special Case

In rare situations, you might need the right pallet to be a mirror image of the left one. This can be helpful in:

• Solving robot reach constraints

• Matching specific packaging or warehouse flow requirements

In these cases:

• You must create two separate recipes

• Each recipe defines one side (left and right) independently

• This ensures that the mirrored pattern is correctly followed

Mirrored :

4. Label Handling

Whether you use one recipe or two:

• Labels will be applied exactly as shown in the configurator or the URCap interface.

• No automatic repositioning or relabeling is done beyond what you define.

Conclusion

In most cases, the Robotiq Palletizer supports symmetrical layouts with a single recipe, keeping your configuration simple and efficient. Use mirrored layouts only when needed, and always refer to the configurator view to confirm your setup.

Updated: November 2025