Load handling options
Load handling tailored to your application
The Vectura range can be fitted with a number of load handling options to suit diverse applications including storage of car bodies, handling of up to four pallets at once, storage of newsprint reels, handling of multiple custom boxes, handling of half pallets, double reach handling and satellite-based deep storage systems. Depending on pallet size and weight we are even able to offer triple deep forks.
For single reach applications Vectura cranes feature an innovative fork unit with a tooth bar mechanism for very fast and accurate fork movements giving very short cycle times. Certain pallet qualities require platens rather than forks, eg when handling perimeter-boarded pallets underneath the skids.
Double reach platen fork for handling of perimeter-boarded pallets
In applications with different pallet sizes in one system fork spread adjusts automatically for the different pallet sizes.
On-board profile gauge can be the right solution eg when part-picked loads return to store from pick areas.
When it comes to handling perimeter-boarded pallets such as the CHEP and similar pallets there are a number of options. Top hats in the racking or slave pallets are the most common solutions but there is another method available. Swisslog-Accalon can handle these pallets directly in standard beam racking. The SRM can be equipped with a rotating fork (tri-lateral fork) which enters the pallet just like a forklift truck. The pallet is withdrawn and at the end of the aisle it can be rotated to serve P & D (Pick & Deposit) stations on either side of the aisle.
Maxipacker for satellite-based deep storage
The Maxipacker is a satellite car solution for multi deep storage. It travels from the crane into channels in the racking. The unit is battery powered (charged on board the crane) and has radio communication, so there is no wire connection with the crane limiting the depth of channels (ie storage depth) than can be achieved.