Battery Powered Warehouse Radio Shuttle Pallet Racking System With Significant Efficiency Gains

How do Radio Shuttle Racking Systems Work?

Shuttle shelving systems work using either a first-in-first-out (FIFO) configuration or a last-in-first-out (LIFO) configuration. Which method is used depends on whether there are aisles at both ends or only one end of the aisle. The Shuttle shelving system is operated by remote control, radio signals or WiFi.

The operator simply passes the command to the shuttle, which picks up the entire pallet and transports it to the next available space on the shelf using the integrated track. The vertical track at the end of the aisle also allows the shuttle to move up and down, so that absolutely no space is wasted.

Advantages of Radio Shuttle Racking System

• Easy to use - they don't have a big learning curve and operators can choose their preferred inventory management technique.

• Time and money saving.

• A semi-automatic system means stock can be located quickly.

• No need for forklifts to move up and down the aisles.

• Less manpower required.

• Easier and faster.

• Loading and unloading times can be as little as a few seconds.

• Less likely to waste time due to human error.

• Reduces the risk of manual operators and potential damage to equipment and stock - you can even run the system from outside the warehouse.

• Allows high density storage.

• Height and depth of shelves can be increased (4-5 pallets or more).

• Aisles can be made smaller.

• Suitable for smaller warehouses.

• More accurate pallet organisation.

• Can operate at temperatures from 0˚C to +45˚C and/or -30˚C to -1˚C, i.e. temperatures that are unbearable for humans.

• They are often more energy efficient than alternative energy sources.

• Flexible - they can work in irregular spaces and take a variety of load types.