Interroll helps book distributor to grow

In a new distribution centre, the conveying solution incorporates the latest Interroll components and control technology for roller conveyors. 

Established in 1991, Pemic Books is a major distributor of over 40,000 titles. It set itself an ambitious goal to extend the order slot for next-day deliveries from previously 11am to 5pm and in order to achieve this, Pemic Books a.s. decided to relocate its activities from the six existing old warehouses to a new centralised distribution centre. In addition, the new DC would have to provide a silent, energy-saving working environment facilitating and accelerating the whole distribution process. 

The solution that Pemic Books a.s. opted for and Logsys spol. s r.o. installed, included zero-pressure accumulation (ZPA) conveyors for cartons and totes in the picking and packing/dispatch zones. The ZPA conveyors in both areas use Interroll RollerDrives EC310 with ConveyorControl technology and Rollers 3500 with PolyVee 3500 as well as roller conveyor lines equipped with Rollers 1700. "We installed the latest control technology for ZPA conveyors," Petr Michálek, managing director of Pemic Books a.s. said. "The solution significantly facilitates our operations and helps increase the productivity so we can reach our goals in the area of distribution and conveying processes."

ConveyorControl – quick and flexible installation

ConveyorControl is a technically advanced control system for RollerDrive-based conveyor modules using piercing technology for hassle-free cabling and easy software configuration for all parameters. The solution helps cut energy costs, is scalable and can be easily reconfigured to new layouts. Modules only run when there are goods to be conveyed. As soon as a section is empty it will stop running, which saves energy and ensures above-average operational lifetime.

ConveyorControl consists of: SegmentControl, a two-zone controller for RollerDrive; ComControl, the I/O-interface; and CentralControl for USB configuration. All units are IP54-rated and well protected for full industrial usage. Strong and well-designed enclosures guarantee an outstanding robustness and ease of installation. 

In addition, ConveyorControl can be linked up to ProfiBus by using GatewayControl instead of CentralControl. This represents the smartest way to control ZPA conveyors driven by RollerDrive through ProfiBus.

Energy-saving RollerDrive EC310

The Interroll RollerDrive EC310 is a drive for unit handling conveyors. Its 24 V DC brushless motor, integrated in a tube based on Roller Series 1700, delivers continuous power of 32 W and is an ideal solution for a wide range of conveyor applications. It is fitted with an electronic holding brake which allows it to be used on incline and decline conveyors. Due to the recovery of braking energy up to 30% of energy can be saved in the system. The energy efficient drive guarantees perfectly coordinated functions for zero-pressure accumulation conveyors using straight and curved sections.