Kardex Shuttle

The Kardex Shuttle, also known as the Vertical Lift Module, features an enclosed shelf-based storage system designed to increase capacity in a more compact footprint.

Operating on the "goods-to-person" principle, the Kardex Shuttle increases productivity by delivering goods directly to an operator. These systems are modular and flexible in design, which enables future adjustments for your business needs.

Features & Benefits

  • Space Optimization

    More storage space/capacity in a smaller footprint

  • Increased Throughput

    Optimizes resources and streamlining processes

  • Improved Inventory Control

    Minimizes excess stock and increases profitability

  • Scalable & Flexible

    The system can easily adjust to different requirements

  • Safe & Ergonomic

    Minimizes risks and enhances user comfort

  • warehousesafety

    Seismically Validated

    Can be equipped with an additional seismic absorption structure

Space Optimization

More storage space/capacity in a smaller footprint

Increased Throughput

Optimizes resources and streamlining processes

Improved Inventory Control

Minimizes excess stock and increases profitability

Scalable & Flexible

The system can easily adjust to different requirements

Safe & Ergonomic

Minimizes risks and enhances user comfort

warehousesafety

Seismically Validated

Can be equipped with an additional seismic absorption structure

Customer Success Stories

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How does the Kardex Shuttle work?

Revolutionizing Automated Storage and Retrieval with the Kardex Shuttle

The Vertical Lift Module Kardex Shuttle is an advanced automated storage and retrieval system designed to optimize space and enhance productivity in various industries. Here’s a comprehensive overview of its features and benefits:

  1. Modular Design:
    The Kardex Shuttle operates on the "goods-to-person" principle, delivering items directly to the operator. This modular and flexible design allows for future adjustments to meet changing business needs​.
  2. Load Capacities and Dimensions:
    It comes in various models catering to different load capacities and sizes. The Kardex Shuttle 250/500, 700, and 1000 models can handle loads up to 560 kg, 725 kg, and 1000 kg per tray, respectively. Tray widths can reach up to 4,050 mm, with device heights extending up to 30 m​.
  3. Components:
    • Extractor: Moves trays quickly to and from storage locations.
    • Lift Door: Protects people, machines, and stored items, and reduces noise.
    • Shelf Rail Modules: Hold trays in place and can provide two trays simultaneously for optimal ergonomics.
    • Safety Light Grid: Stops the unit immediately if the safety barrier is activated​​.
  4. Customization and Options:
    The Kardex Shuttle offers a wide range of add-ons like position indicators, LED navigators, automatic/semi-automatic tray extraction, tray extraction devices for forklift operation, double tray functions, and ESD versions for electrostatic-sensitive devices. These options can be integrated either before or after installation, providing great flexibility. The units, which are equipped with an additional seismic absorption structure, can be installed directly next to each other, ensuring enhanced stability and resilience. This makes the units effectively seismic-proof, providing protection in earthquake-prone areas.

Technical Data

Kardex Shuttle 250/500 Kardex Shuttle 700 Kardex Shuttle 1000
Width 1,580 to 4,380 mm 1,580 to 4,380 mm 1,580 to 4,380 mm
Depth 2,312 to 3,074 mm 2,363 to 3,125 mm 2,363 to 4,343 mm
Height 2,550 to 30,050 mm 2,550 to 20,050 mm 2,550 to 20,050 mm
Load Up to 560 kg Up to 725 kg Up to 1,000 kg
Height grid 100 mm 100 mm 100 mm
* Standard technical data, other sizes possible on request
The values shown in the table reference standard configurations. It is possible to also construct other units with different widths, depths and heights.

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