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Solutions: Cross-Belt Sortation

Streamline operations with cross-belt sortation

The cross-belt system is best utilized for high-speed parcel sorting operations. The system offers rapid throughput, precise diverting capabilities, and the ability to handle different weight and size packages with ease. To maintain the highest level of accuracy and performance, the FORTNA Cross-Belt Sorter features real-time monitoring and control capabilities.

The FORTNA Cross-Belt Sorter empowers businesses to streamline their operations, reduce errors, and ultimately achieve new levels of efficiency and customer satisfaction. Its unparalleled level of precision and efficiency is made possible through the seamless integration of state-of-the-art hardware and software components.

Unlock value for resilient operations

High-performing technology not only provides a competitive edge within your operations but also facilitates sustainable growth and adaptability in today’s dynamic business landscape. The cross-belt sorter addresses the requirements of logistics companies providing advanced and valuable solutions that enhance their experience.

High capacity
The system’s impressive throughput originates from the induction unit. Intelligent and innovative algorithms are employed to define and enhance a loading strategy, ensuring the most effective combination for streamlined and efficient loading processes.

High control for maximum system availability
The system’s control utilizes sensors to receive and transmit data, enabling real-time analysis for the anticipation and prevention of potential faults or defects, minimizing downtime, and maximizing productivity.

Flexibility and scalability
The flexible design enables diverse configurations within any facility. These modular components are adaptable and can be expanded or customized to align with the evolving needs of the business.

Low impact
The cross-belt sorter features well-balanced systems and ensures a workplace environment that prioritizes low noise levels and energy efficiency.

Low maintenance
High-quality components and a compact design make the system simple and easy to maintain. One unique cell type is suitable for an entire system and is easily replaceable within a short time frame.

Overcome performance pressure with the Data Acquisition System

In high-speed sortation environments, availability, speed and accuracy drive performance. Precision and readiness for delivery directly impact operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

The FORTNA Data Acquisition System for FORTNA cross-belt sortation solutions is an advanced technology that transforms physical signals of the machine, such as temperature and vibration, into digital data, delivering real-time visibility into system performance and status. It supports everything from monitoring and prevention to maximizing uptime, extending equipment life, improving resource planning and elevating service quality.

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Keeping cross-belt sorters flowing through intelligent item removal

Items that are too small or too light may be misplaced in a cross-belt system during induction, disrupting system performance and reducing overall capacity, ultimately limiting service levels. The Smooth Items Remover (SIR) works in seamless coordination with FORTNA cross-belt cells to automatically remove incorrectly loaded items. The FORTNA Sorter Control identifies loading issues in real time and activates the SIR, which uses targeted bursts of compressed air to divert these items into designated chutes without interrupting operations.

By integrating the SIR into your cross-belt sorter, you maintain a consistent flow, enhance operational efficiency and achieve more reliable throughput. Benefits of integrating SIR include:

Ensure timely shipments, helping to meet service-level agreements
Enhance efficiency through increased sorter throughput
Avoid damage to the rejected objects
Prevent objects from being pushed onto adjacent trays

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A new approach to your small parcel operation

As operations face a demanding product mix and rising commercial real estate costs, the FORTNA Cross-Belt Sorter double cell offers the versatility needed in a compact, efficient package. Two cross-belt cells can either work simultaneously to handle a single large item or independently to handle two smaller items and boost capacity. The innovative design ensures the handling of a wide range of item sizes typical of e-Commerce fulfillment and parcel distribution centers.

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FORTNA Cross-Belt Sorter

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