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Storage equipment is usually limited to non-automated examples, which are grouped in with engineered systems. Storage equipment is used to hold or buffer materials during “downtimes,” or times when they are not being transported. These periods could refer to temporary pauses during long-term transportation or long-term storage designed to allow the buildup of stock. The majority of storage equipment refers to pallets, shelves or racks onto which materials may be stacked in an orderly manner to await transportation or consumption. Many companies have investigated increased efficiency possibilities in storage equipment by designing proprietary packaging that allows materials or products of a certain type to conserve space while in inventory.

An automated material handling system can have issues with poor pallet quality. While it can help reduce poor pallet quality issues, locating rollers closer together may not be the best option. However, tighter centers on rollers will limit space available for chain transfer. IK has created a chain transfer to carry 4,000-pound loads. This is made using a 3/8” plate welded steel frame that allows for 2-1/2” diameter rollers with 4-1/2” centers. This transfer features a chain take-up design which can be adjusted without the need for conveyor disassembly.

Both the EMS Lift & Carry or the EMS Continuous Chain Cross Transfers have a lifting capability of 5' ton per section and can be constructed up to 60' long. They can be used to transfer in and out of a conveyor or through the datum line. These units are customizable to meet your specifications and shop size.

Bulk handling material equipment stores, controls and transports loose form materials in large quantities.

A wedge lift powered by an cylinder drives the lift mechanism for full pallet transfer. This arrangement provides vertical travel that is very controlled and has a solid, stable base for both the raised position and the lowered position.