Sortation Systems
Sortation is critical to fulfillment & logistics systems and can be used in multiple ways -
- Sort to Dock (Cases and Packages)
- Cross Docking
- Order Picking
- Throughput required (2,000 pieces per hour to 30,000 pieces per hour or more)
- Size of package (from small accessories and CDs to large cases and bags)
- Weight of Package (a few grams to 30-40 Kgs)
- Conveyability of the Product to Sorted
- Fragility of the product, does it need delicate handling
- Number of primary sorting locations required (we do not recommend PTL based secondary sorts)
- Need for future expansion
- Space available within the building
- Quality of bar code information
- Need for additional information like weight and volume of products
Sorter |
Max Capacity per Hour |
Weight Range (KG) |
Other Considerations |
Pusher |
3,000 |
5 |
parcels, packages, cases, low number of destinations |
Slide Belt |
4,000 |
35 |
cases, low number of destinations |
Swivel Wheel |
6,000 |
30 |
all types of packages, low number of destinations |
Sweeper |
7,200 |
2 |
all type of packages, low number of destinations |
Push Tray |
24,000 |
20 |
All types of packages, larger number of destinations, size restricted by tray size |
Split Tray |
28,000 |
4 |
All types of non fragile packages, large number of destinations |
Vertical Cross Belt |
10,000 |
50 |
All packages, large destinations, high throughout in less space |
Horizontal Cross Belt |
30,000 |
50 |
All packages, large destinations |
We would love to work with you to help you identify, size, and specify the right sortation technology for your application. The ThinkLink team and our partners can bring their experience to work for you in helping deliver an impeccable sortation project. Our global reference base allows us to share learning from similar industries from around the world and also to facilitate site visits and feedback from actual users of our systems.
Please contact us and we will be glad to share more and support you.
Please contact us and we will be glad to share more and support you.