Shuttle Pallet Racking

Guangzhou JustBest Logistics Equipment Co., Ltd.: Your Professional Shuttle Pallet Racking Manufacturer!

 

Founded in 2015, Guangzhou JustBest Logistics Equipment Co., Ltd. is mainly engaged in R&D, design, manufacturing, installation and after-sales service of warehousing equipment. The company's main products include pallet racking, flow racking, mobile rack, selective pallet racking, shuttle pallet racking, drive in pallet racking, etc.

 

 
 
why choose us
 
 
 

High-quality products

The shelves are all made of high-quality cold-rolled steel and are strictly quality inspected before leaving the factory, ensuring excellent quality.

 
 

Rich experience

In the past twenty years, we provide shelf storage services to companies from all walks of life, work closely with them.

 
 

Professional team

Our shelf installation service team all over the world can effectively and quickly solve your storage problems.

 
 

One-stop solution

We are committed to providing you with one-stop storage solutions from design, production, transportation, installation to after-sales.

 

 

Benefits of Shuttle Pallet Racking
 

Increased productivity

When picking multiple pallets, the forklift operator can pick the first and then send the shuttle back for the second while the driver delivers the first. This eliminates both the need to drive into the racking as well as time spent waiting on the shuttle, allowing operators to reclaim more productive hours.

 

Reduced racking damage

Since fork trucks no longer have to drive into the racking, the chance of collision is dramatically reduced. This creates a safer working environment and reduces expensive racking repairs.

 

LIFO or FIFO

Radio shuttle pallet racking can be configured for last-in-first-out or first-in-first-out inventory management. The bi-directional shuttles allow operators to select which side of the racking to use for loading and which to use for picking.

Manual Shuttle Racking System

 

Automated Shuttle Racking System

Cold storage safe
Some shuttle models are suitable for work in cold or even sub-freezing temperatures, making them excellent choices for food storage industries.

 

Increased storage efficiency
Since shuttle pallet racking doesn't require the interior space to fit a forklift, tiers can be closer together. This allows you to use the space more efficiently with fewer dead spots.

 

Product Parameters

 

 

Shuttle speed

Horizontal travel speed: 60-120 m/min (no load), 30-60 m/min (full load)

Vertical lifting speed (if there is a lifting function): 6-12 m/min

Carrying capacity

Single load weight: 500kg - 1500kg (depending on the specific model)

Shelf specifications

Depth: Up to 40-60 pallet positions

Height: 5-25 meters (the specific height depends on the structure and needs of the warehouse)

Width: Flexibly customized according to the warehouse design

Control system

Central control system: Can realize centralized control and dispatch of multiple shuttles

Wireless communication system: The shuttle communicates with the control system via wireless signals

Power supply and battery life

Battery type: Lithium battery or lead-acid battery

Battery life: 8-16 hours, depending on the workload and battery type

Charging method: Automatic or manual battery replacement, or fast charging through a charging station

Environmental adaptability

Temperature range: -30°C to +50°C (can be used in cold storage and normal temperature environments)

System integration

Can be integrated with WMS (warehouse management system) and ERP systems to achieve intelligent warehouse management.

 

Application of Shuttle Pallet Racking
 

Food and beverage industry
Large quantities of materials and products in this industry need to be moved and stored. In most cases, these products have to be stored under certain conditions so that their quality is not affected. For this reason, temperature-controlled pallet racks are necessary for cool storage of perishable products like dairy, meat, fruits, and even vegetables. Both frozen storage and pallet shuttles facilitate management of both the storage density and the product movement, especially with respect to time.

 

Automotive industry
This industry employs pallet shuttles in the storage and retrieval of different parts and components. For example, assemblies with metal parts may be stored on pallets, and these may be transported to production lines using shuttles. Also, because automotive manufacturers deal with a lot of variety and low space for the product, shuttle systems contribute greatly in making storage more compact while providing easier access to the product.

 

Pharmaceutical industry
The pharmaceutical industry has to make sure that they maintain product quality by limiting the time of storage. Hence, automatic pallet shuttle racks enable a high degree of storage and fast product movement. However, this industry also makes use of temperature-controlled storage, so that the shuttle racks can also be designed with such storage conditions for sensitive products like vaccines and medical supplies.

 

Logistics and warehousing
Pallet shuttle racks are dominant due to the increased demand for efficient storage systems in this industry. They assist in the consolidation of various products, and a shuttle is used to speed up the process of moving pallets from storage to transportation. Also, companies that provide warehousing facilities for other businesses use these systems to improve storage capacity and the efficiency of the process.

 

Electronics industry

The electronics industry has many products that need to be handled with a lot of care. Some of the materials that are used, as well as the products, require careful management of the available space. Pallet shuttles are used here in the storage of large items like TVs or computers and small components like circuit boards.

 

Construction and building materials industry
They deal with large quantities of materials like cement, steel, and wood as well as they can utilize the shuttle racks for larger items like tiles and smaller ones like roofing materials, so they all fit in. There are many ways to store and retrieve shuttles from deep racks, especially for heavy items.

 

 

Packaging, Shipping and Services

 

 

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Certifications

 

 

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FAQ

 

 

Q: How does a pallet shuttle system work?

A: The process begins with a forklift or conveyor placing a pallet at the entry of a storage lane. The shuttle, often battery-powered and controlled by remote or integrated software, retrieves the pallet and moves it along rails into the lane to the next available position. When retrieving, the shuttle brings the pallet back to the entry point for pickup.

Q: How does shuttle racking compare to drive-in racking?

A: Both are high-density systems, but shuttle racking uses automated shuttles to move pallets within the lanes, reducing forklift entry into the racking, leading to faster loading/unloading and reduced damage risk. Drive-in racking requires forklifts to enter the structure, which is slower and carries higher risk of collisions. Shuttle racking offers more flexibility for FIFO or LIFO.

Q: How does shuttle racking compare to selective pallet racking?

A: Shuttle racking offers significantly higher storage density than selective racking by using deep-lane storage, but at the cost of lower selectivity (accessing any specific pallet quickly). Selective racking allows direct access to every pallet but requires more aisles.

Q: What are the key components of a pallet shuttle system?

A: Core components include the racking structure (uprights, beams, rails), the motorized shuttle vehicle itself, a battery and charging station for the shuttle, and a control system (remote or integrated software like WMS) to manage its operations. Rails provide the pathway for the shuttle, and sensors ensure precise movement and safety.

Q: Can shuttle pallet racking be used for both FIFO and LIFO inventory management?

A: Yes, shuttle racking systems are versatile and can be configured to operate with both First-In, First-Out (FIFO) and Last-In, First-Out (LIFO) inventory management methods, depending on the loading and retrieval strategy. LIFO is more common when loading and unloading from a single aisle.

Q: How does shuttle pallet racking contribute to warehouse automation?

A: Shuttle racking systems are a type of Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS) components. They automate the movement and storage of pallets within deep lanes, minimizing manual intervention. They can be integrated with WMS or ERP systems for optimized inventory management.

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