Automatic Warehouse Rack with Two Way Shuttle for Fast Operations

• After-sales Service: Lifetime
• Warranty: 12 Months
• Usage: Tool Rack, Beverage, Tools, Supermarket, Food, Industrial, Warehouse Rack
• Material: Steel
• Structure: Rack
• Mobility: Fixed
• Height: 5-15m
• Closed: Open
• Development: New Type
• Serviceability: Common Use
• Used Scene: Package on Pallet
• Load/ Unload: Forklift + Shuttle
• Post Size: 80/90/100/120
• Beams Size: 50*50, 60*40, 80*50
• Rail Thickness: 2.0/2.5/3.0
• Rail Height: According to The Shuttle Requirement
• Transport Package: Export Package
• Trademark: WLB
• Origin: China
• HS Code: 7308900000
• Production Capacity: 1000sets / Year

Product Description

Shuttle Racks: Transforming the Future of Warehouse Storage Solutions

Shuttle racks, often referred to as shuttle car racks or pallet shuttle systems, are a revolutionary, high-density storage solution making waves in modern warehouses and distribution centers globally. These innovative systems are meticulously engineered to maximize space utilization while drastically boosting operational efficiency, setting a new standard in warehouse storage.

Structure and Components

1. Rack Structure: Central to the system is a sophisticated rack structure composed of multiple racking bays, supported robustly by upright frames and cross beams. These elements are strategically arranged in rows with aisles that facilitate the smooth passage of shuttle vehicles. The racks are designed to accommodate pallets of varying sizes and weights, with configurations that can be tailored to the unique needs of any facility. For instance, a large-scale e-commerce warehouse requiring flexibility to handle diverse product sizes can adjust rack configurations to match specific pallet dimensions seamlessly.

2. Shuttle Vehicle: At the heart of the system is the shuttle, a state-of-the-art, battery-powered device designed for efficient pallet transport. Gliding smoothly along rails or tracks within the rack structure, shuttles come in various types. Single-level shuttle carts, ideal for quick SKU access in fast-paced consumer goods distribution centers, operate exclusively on one rack level. Multi-level shuttle carts, on the other hand, offer vertical mobility, serving multiple rack levels, making them perfect for high-bay storage facilities.

Working Principle

1. Inventory Process: The storage process begins with a forklift positioning the pallet-loaded goods at the lane's entrance on the shuttle rack's guide rail. Through remote radio control, operators command the shuttle vehicle, which traverses the rail to expertly position the pallet at the designated storage spot deep within the rack.

2. Retrieval Process: For retrieval, the shuttle vehicle smoothly transports the pallet from its deep-seated location within the rack to the lane's front. Once at the front, a forklift seamlessly takes over, ready to handle further processes like loading onto delivery trucks.

Features and Benefits

1. High-Density Storage: Shuttle racks are unparalleled in their ability to enhance storage density. By minimizing the wide aisle requirements of traditional forklift-only systems, these racks optimize vertical space usage, potentially increasing storage capacity by up to 50% compared to conventional racking systems, enabling more goods to be stored within the same floor area.

2. Efficient Operation: The automated shuttle system accelerates pallet storage and retrieval dramatically. Shuttles expedite pallet movement to and from storage locations, significantly cutting down handling time. In bustling logistics warehouses, this efficiency boost can substantially elevate overall throughput, processing more orders daily with ease.

3. Flexible Inventory Management: Shuttle racks are versatile, supporting both First-In-First-Out (FIFO) and Last-In-First-Out (LIFO) inventory management strategies. For perishable items like fresh produce or goods with expiration dates, FIFO ensures older stock is prioritized. Meanwhile, for non-perishable, high-volume items, LIFO maximizes storage density effectively.

4. Enhanced Safety: The automated operation of shuttles significantly mitigates the risks associated with manual forklift operations in narrow aisles. With less frequent need for staff to enter rack areas, the likelihood of accidents due to falling objects or rack collapses is reduced, ensuring a safer working environment.

5. Scalability: Designed with modularity in mind, shuttle racks allow for seamless expansion. As businesses grow and require increased storage, additional racking bays and shuttle vehicles can be integrated into the existing system effortlessly, without the need for major system overhauls.

Application Scenarios

1. Food and Beverage Industry: With their remarkable high-density storage capabilities and adaptable FIFO/LIFO options, shuttle racks are ideally suited for the food and beverage sector. In vast beverage distribution centers, where the efficient storage and rotation of large volumes of bottled drinks are critical, shuttle racks ensure organized storage and retrieval processes, preserving product freshness.

2. Logistics and E-commerce Warehouses: These dynamic warehouses are often tasked with the complex challenge of managing a diverse array of items, each varying in size, while maintaining a high volume of inventory turnover. Our state-of-the-art shuttle racks rise to the occasion by delivering unparalleled efficiency in storage solutions. They offer swift and seamless access to goods, thereby ensuring rapid order fulfillment, which is crucial in the fast-paced world of logistics and e-commerce.

3. Manufacturing Plants: Within the realm of manufacturing, the utilization of shuttle racks is transformative. These advanced storage solutions are ideal for accommodating raw materials, work-in-progress items, and finished products alike. By optimizing the factory floor's storage capacity, they play a pivotal role in maintaining a smooth production flow. Shuttle racks ensure immediate access to essential components, facilitating an uninterrupted and efficient manufacturing process.