Case study I SLVA
One tablet to control
the Pallet Shuttle
Pallet Shuttles move all autonomously through the channels and follow the instructions the operator specifies from a tablet connected to a Wi-Fi net work. The tablet
is fixed directly to the protective structure
of the forklift to improve the ergonomics of
the operator during use.
The Mecalux control tablet incorporates a
very intuitive, secure and easy to use software from which the operator can control
any of the shuttles inside the installation
without interference. In addition, the tablet
user can select the type of pallet they want
to handle, determine the number of pallets
to be extracted, count the number of pallets
stored in the channel, activate the additional locking system, etc.
Racks adapted to the building
The racks of the SLVA warehouse have 4 or
5 levels, depending on the height of the pallet to be stored.
Four level high racks were set up right
where the racking coincides with pillars and roof beams to optimize the warehouse volume. Thus, they combine different pallet heights to eliminate dead
spaces and better use the entire surface of
the warehouse.
Safety system
The entire height of the racks is protected
with mesh that blocks access to the channels and prevents any loose box from falling
into work or passageway areas.
Safety enclosures were also installed on
both sides of the inner aisles (used as emer-
gency exits) and protected on top by met-
al mesh. The frontal protection of the racks
indicates the boundary the operator can
bring the forklift up to when handling the
Pallet Shuttle or the pallets and prevents
blows to the racks. Lateral protections
safeguard safety enclosures from potential
impacts.
