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Smarter automation that works while your team focuses on value

Our automated racking solutions are designed around proven technology used by leading warehouse automation specialists, combining robust steel structures with intelligent control and warehouse software.

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Automated pallet racking expertise you can trust

Our automated pallet racking combines high density storage with automated handling equipment so pallets are stored and retrieved with minimal manual movement.

Palletower automated racking solutions are designed around proven European technology used by leading warehouse automation specialists, combining robust steel structures with intelligent control and warehouse software.

We have a wealth of experience in automated racking projects that cover:

  • Stacker cranes running in very narrow aisles that automatically put away and retrieve pallets from tall racking blocks
  • Shuttle carriers that travel inside deep lanes to move pallets for high density storage
  • Integrated conveyors and transfer cars that connect goods in and goods out with the storage lanes

These systems are controlled by warehouse software that sends missions to the machines and tracks every pallet location in real time.

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Advantages of Automated Racking

  • 01

    Greater storage capacity in the same footprint

    Automated pallet warehouses use very narrow aisles and tall racking, combined with stacker cranes or shuttles, to unlock significantly higher storage density compared with conventional forklift based systems.

  • 02

    Faster and more predictable throughout

    Automated handling equipment runs at controlled speeds with optimised travel paths, so put away and retrieval times are shorter and more consistent. This helps you plan labour and service levels with much more accuracy

  • 03

    Improved safety & fewer product touches

    By removing a large proportion of forklift traffic inside the racking, automated systems reduce the chance of rack impact, pallet damage and manual handling incidents. Pallets are handled in a repeatable way, which protects both people and stock.

  • 04

    Full stock visibility & control

    Warehouse control and management software records every pallet movement and location. This supports first in first out flows, expiry management, batch control and full audit trails for demanding sectors such as food, drink and pharmaceuticals.

  • 05

    Scalable platform for future automations

    Automated pallet racking can be installed as part of a phased approach, starting with semi automated shuttle lanes and progressing to full automated crane systems, conveyors and integration with robots or automated guided vehicles as your operation grows.

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Automated Racking differentiation

Palletower automated racking solutions are designed around proven European technology used by leading warehouse automation specialists, combining robust steel structures with intelligent control and warehouse software. Typical technologies included in automated racking are: Stacker cranes running in very narrow aisles that automatically put away and retrieve pallets from tall racking blocks Shuttle carriers that travel inside deep lanes to move pallets for high density storage Integrated conveyors and transfer cars that connect goods in and goods out with the storage lanes These systems are controlled by warehouse software that sends missions to the machines and tracks every pallet location in real time.

Automated racking breakdown

Automated Racking Options

Palletower works with a wide range of automated racking technologies commonly used by leading European manufacturers and integrators.

Shuttle based automated pallet racking has deep lane storage where powered shuttles move pallets inside channels, ideal for bulk lines and first in first out or last in first out flows depending on layout.

Crane racking and automated pallet warehouses are tall, very narrow aisle structures served by stacker cranes that store and retrieve pallets automatically, often combined with inbound and outbound conveyors.

Mobile pallet racking and pallet flow systems that can be integrated into automated warehouses or used as an intermediate step on the path to full automation.

Integrated automation and software racking works with warehouse execution and management software, material flow control and field devices, giving a single view of capacity, tasks and stock.

Design Safety & Compliance

Every automated racking project must balance mechanical, structural and software design. Palletower designs to current European standards for rack design and combines this with the requirements of the chosen automation technology, taking account of

  • Load data and pallet specification
  • Building height, floor quality and clearance
  • Seismic and environmental conditions including cold store
  • Access and maintenance requirements
  • Local regulations and insurer expectations

Independent inspections, impact protection and safety devices form part of the overall specification to maintain long term performance and compliance.

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