Warehouse

Reliable Energy and Data Solutions for Automated Storage and Retrieval

Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) based on Storage and Retrieval machines (SRMs) are often used in automated high-bay warehouses. The power supply of SRMs is crucial for their high dynamics and efficiency. Our tailored energy transmission solutions power all axes - horizontal, vertical, and load-handling devices - while reducing energy consumption. Thanks to innovative technologies such as CopperECO conductor rail on the horizontal axis, we minimize energy losses, reducing CO2 emissions and operating costs.

Precise data transmission ensures seamless communication between SRMs and control systems. Our real-time solutions guarantee accurate motion, positioning, and monitoring, maximizing uptime and boosting the efficiency of automated warehouses.

Advanced control solutions enable dynamic, efficient operation of SRMs. Our systems integrate easily with digital warehouse platforms, synchronizing motion to optimize productivity and meet the demands of modern intralogistics.

Tailored Solutions for You:

For the horizontal Stacker Crane movement

• ProShell is a smart Installation System for Conductor Rails that offers generous suspension spacing for high-bay warehouses and protects the Conductor Rail System. It is designed for maximum standardization and flexible installation of our proven and reliable Conductor Rail Systems 0831 MultiLine or 0812 SinglePowerLine. Optional quick-mount barcode integration is available.
• CopperECO is an aluminum-copper innovation to the market for our proven 0812 SinglePowerLine Conductor Rails. It enables even higher currents during the standstill of heavy-duty stacker cranes, allowing for the lifting of pallets over several minutes in one position through increased surface conductivity.

For the vertical movement on the Stacker Crane

• MultiLine 0831 is a compact Conductor Rail that offers integration options for the AS/RS mast and provides long-life performance on this critical and dynamic axis. Current collectors mounted to the lift also help reduce the weight in motion and thus save energy. Compared to traditional cable chains, this increases efficiency and uptime, eliminating issues with the guidance of swinging cable chains.

For Multi Deep pallet handling

• In multi-deep storage solutions, the load-handling device needs a reliable power supply. Our Charging Contacts can recharge super-capacitors on a pallet shuttle. Alternatively, compact cable reels are available for continuous power supply and control signal transmissions.

Driving Efficiency in Shuttle Systems with Advanced Technologies

Shuttle systems are essential for high-density storage and retrieval in modern logistics, enabling fast and efficient order fulfillment. Their flexibility and scalability make them ideal for adapting to changing intralogistics requirements. Our conductor rail systems provide continuous electrification for high throughput applications, while on-board energy storage increases flexibility for medium throughput operations. Charging contacts allow intelligent charging at designated points, ensuring seamless operation with minimal downtime.

Stable and fast data transmission is key to precise shuttle coordination and real-time system monitoring. Our Robin’6 WiFi-6 communication device provides high-speed, interference-free connectivity, ensuring seamless interaction between shuttles and the control system. Our Nexus BB powerline communication system utilizes DC power conductor rails to transmit data directly through the power supply, eliminating the need for additional cabling. Our technologies ensure accurate positioning, motion control, and diagnostics.

Safety and fleet management are critical in large-scale shuttle operations. Our RadioSafe Stop System offers a fleet-wide emergency stop for shuttles with on-board energy storage. In addition, cell buffers provide passive protection for racks by absorbing impacts without requiring extra installation space. Designed for durability and minimal maintenance, our solutions keep shuttle systems running efficiently and cost-effectively.

Tailored Solutions for You: 

• Our Conductor Rail Systems, such as the 0815 SingleFlexline and 0835 MultiLine, ensure a reliable energy supply for high-throughput shuttle operations.
• 0831 MultiLine enables reliable power and data transmission, ensuring seamless operation of pallet shuttles.
• Integrated charging solutions like 0865 ChargeLine minimize downtime and optimize system efficiency.
• Fast and effective recharging is achieved with Nano+ Charging Contacts, perfect for lift-based or medium-throughput systems.
• Shuttles equipped with onboard energy storage benefit from RadioSafe, a fleet-wide emergency stop system that enhances safety.
• With Nexus BB, powerline communication through AC or DC Conductor Rails ensures a robust connection between shuttles and control systems.
• Cell buffers provide a compact safety feature that is seamlessly integrated into shuttle designs to protect racks from impacts.

Seamless Transport with Efficient Energy Supply and Control Systems

The energy supply plays a key role in the performance of Transfer Cars. Continuous power supply via long-life conductor rails or contactless charging systems ensures efficient operation even under high dynamics and intensive use. Designed for reliability and energy efficiency, our solutions minimize downtime, reduce maintenance needs, and help to cut overall costs.

Seamless data transmission drives precise control. Whether wired communication via conductor rails or advanced powerline technology, our solutions provide stable and fast data transmission, enabling real-time monitoring and control. This ensures synchronization and efficiency throughout the material flow.

Transfer Cars automate material flow by connecting multiple load transfer points safely and efficiently. Our innovative control systems integrate intelligent features such as safety mechanisms and flexible motion sequences. This allows not only high scalability but also precise adaptation to different requirements for maximum productivity and operational reliability.

Tailored Solutions for You: 

• Transfer cars can be powered by Conductor Rails, Spring- or Motor-Driven Cable Reels, or Inductive Systems, offering tailored solutions for diverse operational needs.
• For battery-powered models, smart Charging Solutions - whether contact-based or wireless - ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Festoon Systems provides reliable energy and data transmission, even in demanding environments.
• Safety is enhanced with Cell or Rubber Buffers, protecting racks and loads from potential impacts.
• Fast and stable communication is achieved through Wireless Connections, Powerline Communication, or slotted Waveguide Systems.

Powering Smart Mobility: Solutions for AGVs and AMRs

AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) and AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots) are essential for automated material transportation in factories and warehouses. While AGVs follow fixed routes, AMRs use SLAM technology to navigate dynamically and adapt to changing environments. A well-designed energy supply and data communication strategy are essential to maximize uptime and efficiency.

A reliable energy concept is key to ensuring continuous operation. Opportunity charging helps minimize battery size, weight and cost, while reducing the total number of robots needed to perform a given task. Our solutions, such as inductive charging and conductor rail systems, provide efficient power transmission, eliminating long charging breaks. Intelligent energy management, which co-designs battery size with the charging strategy, enables seamless integration into operational workflows, allowing robots to charge strategically without disrupting production.

Stable and fast data connectivity is essential for accurate navigation, process control, and fleet management. Our solutions enable real-time communication, allowing AGVs and AMRs to receive updates, optimize routes, and react dynamically to obstacles. In addition, advanced data management allows robots to enter sleep mode during downtime and wake up automatically, reducing unnecessary energy consumption. By integrating reliable energy transmission with intelligent data communication, we enhance productivity, optimize fleet efficiency, and support the seamless automation of modern intralogistics environments.

Tailored Solutions for You:

• Our all-in-one inductive charging solution WirelessCharger 3.0 ensure a reliable energy supply for high-throughput AGV/AMR operations
• Our conductive charging solutions based on KontaktCharger series and Nano+ and Enduro+ charging contact series will cover all size of AGVs and AMRs with fast rates.
• Integrated charging solutions like 0865 ChargeLine could also be provided for a dynamic charge to reduce downtime and enhance overall system efficiency.
• BatteryBlock energy storage series is provided plug-and-play with our charging solutions, for a safe and efficient charging process.
• AGVs and AMRs equipped with onboard energy storage benefit from RadioSafe, a fleet-wide emergency stop system that enhances safety, and can remotely handle sleep modes

Precise Power and Data for High-Speed Sorting Operations

Sorters rely on efficient energy supply systems to power their actuators and achieve high throughput rates. Our advanced solutions, including conductor rails and inductive power transfer, support continuous operation at speeds of up to 3 m/s. By providing a reliable energy supply, we help Sorters to process over 20,000 parcels per hour with precision and efficiency.

Fast and efficient data transmission is essential for controlling and coordinating sortation systems. Our high-performance data solutions provide real-time monitoring and precise control, ensuring accurate sorting and smooth integration with warehouse and hub operations, even at peak times.

Automation and control are essential for optimizing sorter performance. Our solutions integrate seamlessly with existing systems and offer intelligent features such as condition monitoring and predictive maintenance. These capabilities increase reliability, reduce downtime, and optimize overall system performance for postal, parcel, and e-commerce logistics.

Tailored Solutions for You:

• Our Conductor Rails, equipped with durable long-life brushes like the 0811 SingleFlexLine, provide a reliable energy transfer solution for high-performance Sorters.
• ProfiDATcompact ensures seamless data communication while integrating energy supply, optimizing sorter operations with its space-saving design.
• For a contactless and maintenance-free energy solution, Inductive Power Transfer offers a consistent energy supply.
• RadioSafe is a safe wireless radio solution that enables loop sorters to be run and stopped remotely during maintenance and commissioning operations. 

Compact Energy and Data for Reliable Packaging Processes

Pallet Wrappers work hard, wrapping thousands of pallets every day to ensure safe transport. We deliver advanced energy transmission solutions such as integrated conductor rails and inductive power rings, seamlessly embedded into the machine design. Our technologies ensure continuous, low-maintenance operation, reducing downtime and maximizing productivity. No matter how many cycles your wrapper runs, our solutions provide consistent, high-performance energy transmission to keep logistics running smoothly.

A smooth, uninterrupted flow of data is key to modern pallet-wrapping systems. Our cutting-edge wireless and contact-based data transmission solutions keep machines connected and processes optimized. With real-time monitoring and precise communication, operators can easily adjust wrapping parameters to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Automated Pallet Wrappers require precise synchronization between motion control, film application, and load stability checks. Our solutions enable seamless integration with control systems, optimizing wrapping speed and material usage. By ensuring high reliability and minimal downtime, our technologies contribute to consistent packaging quality and efficient warehouse operations.

Tailored Solutions for You:

• Our SingleFlexLine Conductor Rails ensure reliable energy transfer for the outer ring, with long-life pure graphite collectors for durability.
• Enclosed Slip Rings combine power and data transmission in a compact design, seamlessly mounted at the center of the machine.

Integrated Energy and Data for Continuous Material Flow

Tailored Solutions for You:

• Conductor Rail Systems, such as 0811 and 0815 ProEMS SingleFlexLine, ensure efficient and reliable power supply for Electric Pallet Conveyors & EMS.
• Precise system control is achieved with the LJU 8-Series Control, optimizing conveyor operations.
• Cell- and Rubber Buffers enhance safety by absorbing impacts and protecting equipment.
• For seamless, contactless energy transmission, Inductive Power Transfer provides a maintenance-free power supply solution.