Self-supporting warehouse for pallets
What are pallet stacker cranes?
A pallet stacker crane is a machine that makes possible the automatic storage of pallets on warehouse shelves. Therefore, they can move quickly even in narrow spaces and manage the deposit and extraction of merchandise quickly and easily. Thus, operators can quickly reach even the highest levels of the shelves with the help of this automatic machinery.
These are teams that work with the most advanced technology to increase productivity, take advantage of storage capacity and reduce errors that may appear during order preparation. Therefore, they come integrated with warehouse management software that will allow you to work in an automatic warehouse.
How does a pallet stacker crane work?
Pallet stacker cranes are responsible for generally automating all operational activities. Its operation is based on longitudinal, vertical and transversal movements. Therefore, they are of great help to coordinate all the logistical activities to be carried out in the storage system and their mode of operation is:
Move the pallet
First of all, the conveyor circuit is responsible for transporting the pallet to the end of the aisle to start the process.
Pick up the pallet
Then, the extraction system will pick up the pallet in question and place it on the lifting cradle.
Pallet movement
Once this is done, it will be time for the stacker crane to move to the point indicated by the management software. To save time and ensure faster work, it moves to the side and up at the same time, until it reaches the shelf level indicated.
Pallet Deposit
Finally, the extraction system is responsible for placing the pallet in the location indicated. This is how the simple cycle of this equipment works and although there are different types of stacker cranes, they all work in a similar way.
Modes of use of stacker cranes for pallets
Stacker cranes are machines that allow the entry and exit of pallets to be managed in a more organized way to deposit or extract the merchandise that the logistics system needs. Thanks to the fact that they work with dynamic shelves, better use of space is achieved and therefore they are used for:
Storage centers with little space:
Thanks to their way of moving, they can be moved through narrow aisles and thus allow better use of the available space in the warehouse.
Cold chambers:
It is possible to install stacker cranes in cold chambers because they withstand low temperatures. For this reason, they are used in loading and unloading pallets with food products or medicines.
Warehouses with many movements:
If you have a constant entry and exit of merchandise, stacker cranes will help you better manage your shelving system and you will notice an increase in warehouse productivity.
Self-supporting warehouse for pallets
Advantages of using automatic stacker cranes for warehouses
Stacker cranes can facilitate many of the common jobs within warehouses to meet logistics plans on time. So, some advantages that you can enjoy when installing stacker cranes for automatic pallet loading are:
Process automation
Automatic pallet stacker cranes are connected to management software that automates processes that previously had to be done manually. This can save a lot of time both when lifting and changing aisles.
Create a more productive warehouse
This type of pallet moving machinery is used because it enhances productivity within the warehouse, thanks to the fact that it performs all types of movements quickly and reduces errors.
Use of space
Even if the warehouse capacity is small, the truth is that these equipment allow maximum use of space, since they work with great agility and maximum precision. They can operate in narrow aisles and access high levels of shelves without problem.
Avoid investing in forklifts
You will no longer need these typical forklifts to extract a pallet and take it to a loading unit. Furthermore, these devices are of no use if you use high-height live racking, so stacker cranes are even more effective if you have a large company.
Double depth system
These equipment can work with high-density, single or double-depth shelving. Likewise, they adapt very well to the Pallet Shuttle system. So, they are ideal for working with a large volume of inputs and outputs.
Guaranteed safety for operators
All stacker crane models are safe to use and will not generate accidents within the work area, while reducing the use of handling equipment. Therefore, all of them work with safety devices that guarantee that the flow of movements is correct.