TORNADO Automated Vertical Storage Machine
The TORNADO Automated Vertical Storage Machine is a dynamic storage and retrieval system that boosts handling efficiency by up to 65%, and increases floor space capacity by up to 70%.
An ultra-fast, virtually noiseless, computer-controlled storage and transfer lift system, the TORNADO is designed to maximise storage on the smallest possible footprint. Using the goods-to-person principle it cuts operator walking and waiting times, reduces search time and picking errors making it highly- efficient and energy-saving.
The TORNADO lift system is highly customisable for specific operating environments and offers the following benefits as standard:
- Up to 70% saving in floor space capacity
- Up to 65% boost in handling efficiency
- Fast and accurate picking with up to 99.9% stock-picking accuracy
- Low power consumption & maintenance costs
- Dedicated, easy-to-use Windows-based interface
- Equipped with adaptable trays for additional efficiency
- Light pointer to reduce errors
- Additional openings for use on different floor levels
- Easy and paperless order handling to optimise warehouse logistics
Standard dimensions & ranges:
- Volt: 400V 16A
- Width: 2500mm - 4250mm
- Height: 4000mm - 15,000mm
- Depth: 2100mm - 4200mm
- Tray load: 300kg / 400kg / 500kg
Safety & Control features:
- Light curtain on openings prevents operators accessing the machine
- Photo light-cells in the lift & LED lights in the opening
- Emergency buttons on both sides of the opening
- Height-measurement device
- PC Windows platform with touch screen
- TC1200 main control & TCPlus WMS system
- FIFO mode
- Manual drive & automatic (WMS) usage
Accessories:
- Light pointer
- In/Out feeder
- Touch screen
- Barcode readers
- Label printers
- IP camera
- Remote support
- Plexi-glass sides
- WMS connection ERP