The integrated deep lane storage and retrieval pallet shuttle system

 

The pallet shuttle system from Kardex Stow, StowAtlas®, is a deep lane storage and retrieval system. It is a carrier used to move pallets within a specifically designed racking structure, thus optimizing the storage capacity.

The pallet shuttle system consists in a specific rack and a mobile shuttle. This shuttle is a self-powered device that runs on rails in the storage lanes for the loading and unloading of pallets. It is transported to its location at the front or the back of a lane (in case of open back side) by a standard forklift. Once at its home position, the shuttle performs the loading and uploading tasks without any human intervention.

 

These tasks are communicated by the fork lift driver using a remote control. Once the tasks are completed the shuttle returns to its home position and is then ready to be transported to a new location for a new task. Each shuttle unit has rechargeable batteries and is transferred between different storage tunnels by a standard fork lift truck.

 

By introducing more shuttles into a racking system, the performance will increase. The system can be used for new installations as well as for refurbishments, and is independent from the number and the depth of the lanes. The automated system guarantees the highest possible storage density.

 

Technically:

 

• Speed: 0.8 m/s loaded – 1 m/s empty
• Load capacity: 25 kg – 1500 kg
• Different pallet types can be used (1200x800, 1200x1000, combined 1200x(800&1000)
  The system is designed to work in temperatures from -35° C upwards.
• The lane depth is unlimited.
• Long lasting batteries are included, guaranteeing a maximum autonomy. Also, the braking energy is regenerated, thus optimizing the operating autonomy.
• The electro-mechanical lifting device is easy to maintain, and ideal for cold store applications.
• LIFO and FIFO are possible in the same installation

 

The StowAtlas system complies with the European FEM and EN regulations; and the quality is assured to ISO 9001. All components have been thoroughly tested in specialized laboratories, and are very cost effectively produced at our fully automated manufacturing unit to a high quality standard.  Kardex Stow’s vast experience in the  manufacturing of racking were crucial in optimizing the shuttle racking system.