In its automated systems and materials handling solutions exhibit, SSI Schaefer Systems International (Booth 2303) is showcasing the Navette scalable, multi-level shuttle. Flexible, the automated shuttle stores and picks trays, totes or cartons stored within a steel framework of aisles. It is guided by travel and support rails and serves up to eight storage levels.
The entire system can be scaled precisely to fit the widest possible range of items in the storage aisles, explained Mark Dickinson, executive sales manager. “The Navette totally negates the need for SKU slotting, and can get product to and from any location very quickly.”
Solutions based on the Navette can be tailored to order volume, required throughput and individual article structure, he added. “Our 3D-Matrix solution utilizes Navette lifts and vehicles in X-, Y- and Z-axes, allowing it to send multiple products to any location with a throughput increase because products don’t have to be sent to the end of an aisle. Instead they route to the nearest lift and then are on their way.”
ProMat 2015 is scheduled to be held March 23-26, 2014 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. The tradeshow will showcase the latest manufacturing, distribution and supply chain solutions in the material handling and logistics industry. Modern’s complete ProMat 2015 coverage.