Storage warehouse shelving ORBITER®

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The SSI Orbiter consists of the special steel construction for the channel storage system, a channel vehicle and the corresponding docking station. The rack channels, in which the Orbiter is utilized, are equipped with a centering bracket at the front. The Orbiter and docking station are inserted into the patented centering bracket of the desired rack channel by a forklift. The centering bracket prevents incorrect positioning and material damage while also saving time. This is a major advantage, especially on the upper levels. The stackers then take the storage pallet and place it on the Orbiter which transports it to the next available space in the channel. The driving commands to the Orbiter are transferred via remote command. The orbiter itself is exceptionally easy to operate thanks to the logical and clearly understandable image display. An intuitive menu makes it easy to control multiple Orbiter with the same remote control. It is specifically designed to handle the demanding conditions in the warehouse. Once the order has been completed, the shuttle vehicle automatically returns to the docking station. Pallet movements in the channel system are completed in line with the LIFO and FIFO principles. With the last in-first out (LIFO) approach, the pallets are only stored and removed from one side of the rack. In contrast, the first in-first out (FIFO) principle enables the stored pellets to also be removed from the opposite side of the rack. The fully automatic reorganization of the channel ensures that the continuous supply complies with the FIFO logic.