A horizontal carousel system is a type of automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) used in material handling facilities to retrieve and store items expediently. It is comprised of a series of trays or bins attached to a rotating carousel, and pick materials are distributed to the location of the operator, in a “good-to-person” fashion.

The Advantages Of Horizontal Carousels

A primary benefit of a horizontal carousel system is its ability to take advantage of free area. By way of a spinning platform, a horizontal carousel is capable of storing a large number of items in a small floor plan, empowering distribution centers and warehouses to use their space more effectively. This can be particularly helpful in implementations in which floor space is finite or pricey.

An additional advantage of horizontal carousel systems is their speed and precision. Seeing as the picking module can speedily and easily access the required tray, the carousel can retrieve articles more quickly than a worker. This helps warehouses and distribution centers cut back the time needed to fulfill orders, which leads to increased productivity and customer contentment.

Besides these benefits, horizontal carousel systems are able, also, to help distribution centers and warehouses lighten their employment costs. Seeing as the system is automated, it can run all the time without needing breaks or shifts. This can help limit the necessity to employ a workforce, which can be particularly useful for material handling facilities that need to complete orders on a constant basis.

Horizontal Carousel Types

There are varying differing styles of horizontal carousel systems available, each having its own unique qualities and advantages. A few of the most prevalent sorts include:

Standard Horizontal Carousel: These “typical” horizontal conveyors are often clustered alongside each other into a pod or workstation and used for batch picking needs. The number of carousels necessary per station varies depending on capacity expectations. Items can be collected either by a human staff member or a robotic arm.

Put Horizontal Carousel: This kind of ASRS operates similarly to a put wall, but instead of a wall it contains a carousel of bins. It is frequently chosen within an operation, or for consolidation.

Robotic Horizontal Carousel: Fully robotic carousels rotate the requested tray to an insertion/extraction point, which selects the correct bin readily. A conveyor distributes the tray to the next location within the operation.

When contemplating a horizontal carousel system for a warehouse or distribution center, it's crucial to carefully examine the unique requirements of the operation. A few factors to consider include the size and floor plan of the material handling facility, the kinds of things being stored, and the amount of orders requiring fulfillment.

Besides the initial cost of the horizontal carousel, facility administrators will also need to consider ongoing maintenance and repair costs. It's critical to decide on a carousel that is reliable and durable, as downtime can be pricey in both lost productivity and client contentment.

Contact A Warehouse Automation Expert

Collectively, horizontal carousel systems are often an advantageous purchase for material handling facilities looking to enhance productivity and reduce expenditures. By automating the storage and retrieval of items, such carousels will help companies enhance supply, reduce labor costs, and improve customer satisfaction.

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