Pallet automation system

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Overview
Intelligent automation solutions for 2D laser cutting designed to increase productivity, reduce cycle time and enable flexible lot sizes. Systems combine machine integration, automated load/unload, vertical storage towers, smart sorting and palletizing, AMR distribution and production management via Manager PRO® for autonomous decision-making and plant-level optimisation.

Main benefits

• Higher productivity through simultaneous loading/unloading and reduced cycle times.
• 24/7 operation capability and improved machine utilisation.
• Customisable configurations (tray height/number, load/unload positions, modular add-ons) to match production needs.
• Integration with Manager PRO® for planning, order control and autonomous operational decisions.

Key modules and solutions

• Smart production island / Smart Cell: High-end sheet metal cutting cell with simultaneous loading and unloading, configurable storage and parts smart sorting. Options include palletizing and distribution to robots or AMRs.
• Load & Unload with Storage: Compact integrated system combining simultaneous loading/unloading and automated storage; trays and tower modules configurable by height and quantity.
• Compact Load & Unload Storage: Modular solutions ranging from basic handling to fully automated operation; shortens cycles and enhances safety.
• Smart Storage (TCI Tower): Vertical space optimisation with removable trays, material weighing and stock control; suitable for small-batch and long-run production.
• Load & Unload Bridge: Automated bridge loading system to accelerate order processing and reduce manual preparation.
• Load & Unload (compact): Simultaneous automated loading/unloading with material thickness measurement and optional storage module.
• Arm Load: Robotic arm-based sheet handling; typical capacity example — nominal sheet 3000 x 1500 mm, thickness 0.8–25 mm, max sheet weight 750 kg.
• Smart Sorting: Automated parts sorting and palletizing with distribution via AMR; sorting can be order-driven or operator-driven and integrated with Manager PRO®.
• Towers: SingleTower / DoubleTower modules for automated storage and feeding; removable trays support intra-company logistics and multi-machine supply.

What machines can be integrated
Automation Systems® solutions are engineered to integrate with the company’s range of laser and cutting machines. Examples of compatible machines referenced on the page:

• Dynamicline Fiber® (high productivity)
• Smartline Fiber® (accessibility / flexibility)
• Speedline Fiber® (XXL format)
• Smarttube Fiber® (profiles and tube cutting)
• Other 2D laser and cutting lines from the TCI portfolio

Operational features

• Simultaneous loading and unloading to minimise cycle times.
• Flexible real-time loading/unloading positions and options for elevated trays.
• Material weighing and inventory control integrated into automation logic.
• Optional double table to further reduce loading/unloading cycle time.
• Expandable with additional stations for independent material handling and multi-machine supply.
• Parts can be palletised in boxes, transferred to robots or distributed by AMR.

Software & Management
Manager PRO® provides production management, digital interconnection, autonomous decision logic, order planning and factory optimisation functionalities to coordinate automation, machines and intralogistics.

Technical specifications

• Nominal sheet dimension (Arm Load example): 3000 x 1500 mm.
• Sheet thickness (Arm Load example): 0.8–25 mm.
• Maximum sheet weight (Arm Load example): 750 kg.
• Storage towers: removable trays; configurable tray height and quantity per project.
• Storage control: integrated material weighing and stock management.
• Data & planning: integration with Manager PRO® for scheduling, sorting logic and autonomous decisions.
• Modularity: SingleTower/DoubleTower and additional modules (storage, sorting, palletizing, AMR distribution) can be added later.