Carrying out loading and unloading operations of bulky and long loads into containers and semi-trailers requires heavy-duty lifting equipment and efficient transportation methods. A forklift truck is capable of lifting heavy loads, but relying on this method alone is a waste of time and resources.
In practice, a decrease in operating costs is provided by automatic container loading system due to increased efficiency and safety of work. SmartTEH systems are designed for the automatic loading of conventional, unmodified containers and trailers. This is the last link in a comprehensive solution for the complete automation of cargo handling in warehouse and production lines.
Automated container loading has the greatest potential for cutting intralogistics costs in various industries. Previously, loading automation required large investments both at the shipment and in the receiving area, and involved changes in the cargo area or special structures under the cargo. This made automatic loading suitable for intralogistics, but no longer.
Overall, loading automation provides benefits in both capital and operating costs. At a capital cost, automation will provide savings through lower investment in facilities with fewer loading docks, but the investment in equipment is slightly higher than in forklift trucks.
Real benefits will be achieved in operations. Operational benefits come from reduced labor, dock time, energy, maintenance, product damage, and safety. Of course, they vary greatly depending on the industry and its operations, but these features are present in one way or another. Thus, the time for loading a container using an automated system is reduced to several minutes.
