2 Way Shuttle Rack System
A semi-automated storage solution using a motorized shuttle to move pallets within rack channels, increasing storage density, safety, and operational efficiency.
Reduced forklift dependency
2 Way Shuttle Rack System
The 2 Way Shuttle Rack System is a compact, heavy-duty storage solution that uses an electric pallet shuttle running on rails inside rack channels. It replaces forklift entry into lanes, allowing pallets to be stored deeper and more efficiently by grouping items within channels.
Operators simply place pallets at the entrance and control the shuttle using a tablet or remote via RF or WiFi. The system automatically moves and compacts pallets, increasing storage capacity, improving safety, reducing damage risk, and making warehouse operations faster and more efficient.
* It is an ideal solution for companies with a high volume of pallets per sku and intensive loading and unloading activities.
Ideal Storage Solution
For warehouses, logistics centers, manufacturing facilities, and cold storage operators who need high-density, heavy-duty pallet storage, batch or container-based dispatch, and FIFO or FILO operations. It also serves as an efficient alternative to traditional drive-in systems.
Easily increase storage and retrieval capacity by adding more pallet shuttle units to match operational demand.
Maximizes 100% space utilization while supporting both FIFO and FILO systems for various high-throughput industries.
Reduces labour, forklift usage, and product damage while improving efficiency, throughput, and overall warehouse profitability.
Special Request &
Third-Party
Shuttle Car Services
We provide customized shuttle car solutions tailored to your operational requirements.
Whether you need a new shuttle car, scheduled maintenance, or repair services, our experienced team delivers reliable support to keep your material handling operations running efficiently.
The Advantages
Save Space
Increased number of pallets in depth: storage channels can exceed 40 m in height; the limit is imposed by the material handling means used.
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- The system works with minimal clearances between levels, which allows for high-density storage.
- Through the use of sensors, the shuttles can position loads intelligently, eliminating empty spaces in the storage lanes. As such, the effective capacity of the warehouse (which takes into account flows of goods in and out of the warehouse) reflects its physical capacity.
Save Time
Loading and unloading times are reduced since the operator does not need to work inside the lanes.
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- The system works with minimal clearances between levels, which allows for high-density storage.
- Through the use of sensors, the shuttles can position loads intelligently, eliminating empty spaces in the storage lanes. As such, the effective capacity of the warehouse (which takes into account flows of goods in and out of the warehouse) reflects its physical capacity.
Increased productivity
An increased flow of goods in and out of the warehouse.
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- Unlike conventional drive-in systems, references can be grouped by channel, rather than requiring a full lane, which allows for greater diversification.
- Optimization of operator movements. Product-to-person system: this is the load that moves to the operator.
- While the Pallet Shuttle carries out a command, the operator can collect another pallet, thus achieving continuous movement.
- Depending on temperature and load conditions, the shuttle has an operational range of up to 8 hours, working at full capacity.
- The AGM batteries are easily accessible and have fast connections, they can be changed quickly without interrupting the operation cycle.
- Essentially, a Pallet Shuttle can operate 24/7. Each Pallet Shuttle comes with 2 batteries + 2 spare batteries. Two will be charged while the other two are being used inside the Pallet Shuttle. Each battery can carry out 8 hours of operation with 8 hours of charge.
- Elimination of errors.
- The system is easy to use and easy to maintain.
- A single remote can be used to control each Pallet Shuttle.
- Inventory function “Auto-Count”: The shuttle can take stock of the number of pallets stored in a channel.
Save Money
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- Reduces forklift and reach-truck operating costs
- Minimizes labour requirements and manpower dependency
- Lowers product damage caused by manual handling
- Maximizes storage capacity within existing warehouse space
- Improves operational efficiency and throughput
Increased Productivity
The shuttle has built-in sensors that enable different types of pallets to be detected and handled.
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- The Pallet Shuttle models 1012 and 1212 are able to work with pallets of different widths and sizes. The 1012 model can be used to handle Euro-pallets of 800 or 1,000 mm in width. The 1212 model can be used to handle pallets of 800, 1,000 or 1,200 mm in width.
- All shuttle cars can operate in LIFO or FIFO mode.
- The pallet shuttle platform is designed to carry pallets with a load overhang limit of up to 20 mm. However, we strongly recommend user to ensure load size remain within the width and depth size of an existing pallet for best practices.
- Any type of handling equipment can be used to carry the shuttle.
- Up to 1,500 kg per pallet can be handled.
- The system is scalable. Over time, the number of palet shuttles can be increased easily as the need to increase productivity arises.
Safety
Have built-in safety features specifically designed to ensure the correct operation of the Pallet Shuttle system:
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- Reduces forklift movement inside rack lanes
- Minimizes risk of rack collisions and accidents
- Lowers product damage from mishandling
- Creates a safer working environment for operators
- Provides more stable and controlled pallet handling
NUTECH Pallet Shuttle travels below the pallets then elevates the palletized goods from the pallet rails and carries it back and forth within the shuttle rack system as commanded. Controlled via handheld remote, the NUTECH Pallet Shuttle unit is mechanically propelled ensuring high reliability and low energy consumption.
Eliminates the cost of forklift drivers, reach-trucks, and the damage of goods from mishandling
Alternative to Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS), as it is more affordable relatively and compatible with both FIFO and FILO system. It can be used for mixed operational types.
mechanically propelled ensuring high reliability and low energy consumption
Steps
Step 1
Use a forklift to place the pallet shuttle on the level where work needs to be done
Step 2
Use forklift to place pallet one by one onto the entrance to the level.
Step 3
Pallet Shuttle will transport the palletized goods into the nearest space available.
Step 4
Once the pallet is stored, Pallet Shuttle returns to the entrance (home position) to repeat the process or execute a new command.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The system supports both FIFO (First In First Out) and FILO (First In Last Out) inventory management methods.
Yes. Forklifts only place and retrieve pallets at the rack entrance, reducing travel time and improving safety.
Yes. Additional shuttle units and rack lanes can be added to increase storage and retrieval capacity as your business grows.
Yes. Since forklifts do not enter the rack lanes, the risk of rack collision, product damage, and workplace accidents is greatly reduced.
Yes. The system can be integrated with ASRS and other warehouse automation solutions if required.