How the pallet handling system benefited the business
The design incorporated two ramps that allowed for hand pallet trucks to be able to feed/take off pallets into the system with a further three conveyors designed to feed/take off pallets via forklift trucks. Both types of receipt and despatch conveyors then feed onto the modular belt conveyors.
ENHANCED BY ROBOT PALLETISING TECHNOLOGY
To augment our comprehensive conveyor solutions, we have integrated robot palletising technology that aligns with our vision for advanced automation. These robots complement the manual and forklift feeding process by streamlining the pallet stacking and unstacking phases. With precise movements and the ability to handle heavy loads, the robot palletisers reduce the need for manual handling, enhancing safety and efficiency. Their incorporation into the system ensures that high-volume palletising tasks are performed with uniformity and speed, leading to a significant uptick in overall productivity. The design allowed for tight/close transfer points between conveyors to help mitigate any transfer problems that might arise. This was done by using a 10mm gap between the conveyors and a 1” pitch modular belt.
The system was installed over two floors. Pallets were moved between floors via a lift in which L-A-C Logistics Automation installed a modular belt conveyor to move the pallets between levels. This ensured minimal handling at transfer points and ensured maximum productivity. All the modular belt conveyors have been designed to move in both directions which allows for pallets of product to be delivered and waste to be returned.
Advanced Pallet Handling Automation Solutions
To further enhance efficiency and productivity, we have incorporated pallet handling automation solutions. Our automated pallet handling systems utilise pallet shuttles and stacker cranes to optimise retrieval processes, improving throughput and reducing manual intervention. This results in a highly effective storage solution that maximises storage capacity while ensuring maximum safety.
Our automated storage systems are designed to accommodate various pallet types, offering seamless integration into warehouse management software and a Warehouse Management System (WMS). These systems provide real-time inventory management, ensuring precise tracking and organisation of pallet spaces.
Scalable and Efficient Storage Automation
By implementing automated pallet warehouses, we help businesses make the most of their available storage space. Our storage automation solutions include pallet conveyor systems that provide an efficient solution for transport pallets with minimal effort. Whether dealing with manual storage or transitioning to fully automated storage systems, our technology ensures a perfect solution tailored to unique operational needs.
For industries requiring cold storage, our automation technology offers a scalable solution that optimises efficiency, even in temperature-sensitive environments. The use of retrieval machines and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) helps businesses manage repetitive processes with ease, significantly reducing operational costs.
Optimised Warehouse Management with L-A-C
Our comprehensive approach to warehouse management integrates advanced technologies to improve pallet transport and handling. Through our state-of-the-art Warehouse Management System, we provide precise product specifications that ensure smooth and efficient material flow throughout the supply chain. With L-A-C Logistics Automation, businesses can achieve maximum storage capacity, streamline retrieval processes, and optimise their pallet handling operations.
Our solutions provide a seamless transition from manual pallet handling to fully automated systems, ensuring a smarter, safer, and more efficient workflow. For more information on this unique design and how a bespoke pallet handling automation system could help your business, contact L-A-C for a consultation today.
