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Solutions: Sortation Systems

Optimise inventory and shipping accuracy with automated sortation

Sortation is essential for supply chain systems to run smoothly with the rise in labour shortages, SKU variability and e-Commerce distribution demands. FORTNA offers a broad range of conveyor and sortation solutions that can create a more responsive operation to effectively handle high volumes of cases or totes with speed, accuracy and high throughput.

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Flexible sorting technology to meet industry requirements

Sorter systems are essential for keeping operations running smoothly across the logistics chain. Whether you’re managing a growing e-Commerce business, a high-volume parcel service, a busy retail distribution hub, or a third-party logistics provider, automated sortation gives you the speed, accuracy and reliability to stay competitive.

Key factors that influence the choice of sortation technology include the volume of items to be sorted, the required speed and accuracy, and the understanding of the entire workflow to automate.

Sorting technology to keep pace
with market demand

From capacity needs to operational requirements, FORTNA offers a range of sorting technologies to improve your process and operation at every stage and function of your distribution network.

Cross-belt sorter

Where efficient and accurate sorting at a higher rate is essential, the FORTNA Cross-Belt Sorter plays a crucial role in streamlining the logistics and distribution processes, improving order fulfillment times and reducing operational costs.

Cross-Belt Sorter

Sliding shoe sorter

The FORTNA Shoe Sorter is applied to a wide range of settings where efficient sorting and routing of items are essential. Based on its linear configuration, the shoe sorter can be utilised to fulfill medium and high throughput capacity.

Sliding Shoe Sorter

Pivot wheel sorter

Ideal for medium and small sortation volumes, the FORTNA Wheel Sorter can be applied to several industries, from e-Commerce to parcel and retail. Due to its bidirectional feature, organisations can benefit from a streamlined solution design, leading to more efficient processes and space utilisation.

Pivot Wheel Sorter

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DPD Automates Parcel Operation in Bratislava to Optimise Performance

FORTNA designed and implemented a new automated parcel operation for DPD in Bratislava, the largest Hub in the DPD network in Slovakia. Our proven and future-proof sorting solution allowed DPD to have higher parcel sorting capacity per hour, faster parcel handling time and higher warehouse staff productivity.

The new sorting solution shortened the time needed for parcel handling by 3 to 4 hours compared to their existing location and technology, offering better flexibility for unloading time windows. For their customers, it means a higher quality of delivery and later pickup times.

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The FORTNA data-driven, consultative approach sets us apart by turning operational data into actionable insights that drive measurable results. We don’t just recommend solutions—we analyse your unique operational metrics, workflows and demand patterns to identify the most impactful opportunities for improvement. Our consultative process combines advanced analytics with robust supply chain expertise to design strategies tailored specifically to your facility needs, whether that is optimising throughput, improving labour efficiency or increasing storage utilisation. This fact-based methodology ensures decisions are grounded in evidence, not assumptions, delivering long-term value and a clear return on investment for your warehouse operations.

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The FORTNA Distribution Optimisation Framework^TM (FORTNA Framework) leverages proprietary processes, tools, and algorithms to design and deliver solutions using best-fit automation technologies and intelligent software.

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FAQs

Overall, an automated sortation system enhances productivity and operational reliability. It improves workflow, efficiency, accuracy, and speed in the handling and sorting of goods. It also minimises errors and ensures faster order fulfillment.

It’s important to evaluate different factors, including product mix, order volume, throughput, space, and budget. Consider flexibility, scalability and integration with existing systems. Your automation partner's expertise can guide your decision to ensure the system fits both current and future demands.

Items that can be automatically sorted include packages, letters, parcels, products in boxes, and envelopes. Some types of sorters can also handle irregular items for shape, size or weight, and the smallest packages typical of e-Commerce.

Sorting technology can be integrated with other warehouse robotics, automated conveyors, and IoT systems to achieve a fully automated warehouse, enabling seamless coordination between material handling, processing and storage systems.

There are different types of sorting technologies that can have varying impacts on your warehouse footprint. Depending on workflows and operational needs, your automation partner can help select the most suitable solution for efficient space use, ensuring streamlined product flow and a reduced footprint.