Radio Shuttle / Pallet Shuttle Systems
(Radio Shuttle / Pallet Shuttle)
A battery-powered shuttle runs on rails inside deep lanes and moves the pallets, while the forklift only works at the lane face – compared with conventional drive-in racking this usually means less risk of damage and potentially faster operation.
- High storage density
- Forklifts stay out of the rack
- LIFO or FIFO
Technical specifications
Load capacity and dimensions are determined by the project for your building and stated in the quotation.
| System type | Semi-automated pallet shuttle (radio shuttle) |
|---|---|
| Structure | Racking with profiled rails for the shuttle |
| Shuttle | Battery-powered carrier, operated by remote control or tablet |
| Retrieval order | LIFO (one side) or FIFO (two sides) |
| Handling | The forklift places the shuttle and pallets at the lane face |
| Accessories | Chargers, end stops, protection, sensors |
| Load capacity and dimensions | Determined by the project |
Benefits
Density
Deep lanes with no aisles between them.
Less risk of damage
Forklifts do not drive into the rack lanes.
Parallel operation
The shuttle can work while the forklift brings the next pallet.
FIFO or LIFO
Depending on entry and exit layout.
Cold stores
Suitable for low temperatures with the right equipment.
Step-by-step automation
A first step towards an automated warehouse.
Applications
- Cold and freezer stores
- Food industry
- Pre-Packed Fruits & Vegatables
- High-volume production
- Distribution centres
- Packaging
How it works
- PlacementThe forklift places the shuttle in the lane and the pallet at the lane face.
- TransferThe shuttle lifts the pallet and carries it to the first free position in depth.
- RetrievalOn command, the shuttle brings a pallet to the lane face for the forklift.
Gallery
Pallet shuttle systems – installation examples.
Frequently asked questions
How does a shuttle system differ from drive-in racking?
With a shuttle system the forklift does not enter the rack – the shuttle moves pallets in depth. This usually reduces the risk of damage and allows deeper lanes; actual performance depends on the layout, number of carriers and how the operation is organised.
How many shuttles are needed?
It depends on throughput and the number of lanes; the number of carriers is defined in the project.
Can a shuttle work in a cold store?
Yes, in a version designed for low temperatures.
What information do you need for a quotation?
For a quotation please send: floor plan and clear height, pallet dimensions, weight and type, number of SKUs and pallets per SKU, pallet movements in and out per hour, required order (LIFO/FIFO), number of shifts and temperature regime.
Related racking systems
Four-Way Shuttle Systems
Automated, multi-directionalVehicles travel in four directions and change levels by lift.
Drive-In Racking Systems
High-density, LIFOForklifts drive into the rack lanes – compact storage of uniform products.
Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS)
Fully automatedAutomated cranes store and retrieve goods under WMS control.
Pallet Flow Racking Systems (FIFO)
Gravity pallet flow, FIFOPallets move by gravity from the loading side to the picking side.
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