Tianjin Master Logistics Equipment Co., Ltd.
Tianjin Master Logistics Equipment Co., Ltd.

Pallet Shuttle Systems: The Invisible Workforce for Dense Storage

Part 1: Q&A - Pallet Shuttle Basics
Q1 What is it?
A: An autonomous rail-guided vehicle for standard pallets, replacing forklifts for put-away, transfer, and retrieval.

Q2 Key Benefits?

  • 85%+ space utilization with narrow-aisle design

  • Enhanced safety vs. forklift operations

  • Environment-ready: Tianjin Master offers ambient/cold/EX versions

Q3 Ideal Industries?
✔ Food & Beverage (e.g. grains, frozen goods)
✔ Chemicals (drum storage, stacked products)
✔ Building Materials (tiles, panels)

Part 2: Project Showcase - Condiment Manufacturer
Challenges:

  • Floor-stacked 3000 pallets requiring expansion

  • Seasonal forklift accidents with temp workers

Tianjin Master Solution:

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1. Equipment:  
   - Double-deep pallet shuttles (1.5T capacity)  
   - Heavy-duty beam racking  

2. Layout:  
   - 8m high utilizing existing building  
   - 60% fewer forklift aisles  

3. Outcomes:  
   - 5000-pallet capacity (no expansion)  
   - FIFO management achieved  
   - Awarded local "Smart Warehouse" title

Part 3: Selection Tips
⚠️ Pitfalls:

  • Assuming shuttles = full AS/RS (they need forklifts/lifts)

  • Ignoring pallet size consistency (±2in tolerance)

✅ Expert Advice:

  1. Standardize pallets first

  2. Choose modular systems (e.g. Tianjin Master expandable fleet)

  3. Demand 3D simulation for layout verification

Part 4: Quick Self-Check
Answer 3 questions for a preliminary assessment:

  1. Is single pallet weight 500kg-2000kg?

  2. Daily throughput >50 pallets?

  3. Clear height ≥60m?
    → Get Instant Feedback




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