Fast and flexible storage & retrieval

The solution was unveiled at the intralogistics trade show, LogiMAT 2018, in Stuttgart in March. Powered by supercapacitors, the single-level shuttle system can handle a variety of stored goods, thanks to the adjustable-width load handling device.

The unique feature of this system, says the firm, is the dynamically adaptable storage location sizes which can be varied to accommodate goods with a range of dimensions. 

The system is suitable for single-, double-, and multiple-deep storage with variable height and width partitions up to an aisle length of 150m and a height of up to 30m. The ability to handle a range of loading units with dimensions of up to 860 x 680 mm is guaranteed by a universal load handling device, which is adjustable in width. Within one racking system it is possible to efficiently and safely store a mixture of cubic and conical totes, cartons and trays weighing up to 50kg.

The SSI Flexi Shuttle runs at travel speeds of up to 4 m/s and can also be used in cold stores in deep-freeze conditions.

The company concludes: "The system ensures the highest level of efficiency in all sectors, especially for customers with a wide variety of items, high performance demands, short delivery times, and small delivered quantities and units. It is therefore ideally suited for use in eCommerce too."