Applications

• Palletising lines using robotic palletisers. Most robots can pick their own pallets from a stack but this can be inefficient.  A separate pallet handling system allows the robot to concentrate on the palletising task.

• In fibreboard plants where bundles of cartons need to be Palletised. The operator with the assistance of a "load former" usually does this. The pallet dispenser then supplies the pallets into the load former as required.

• Stand-alone applications where a pallet is dispensed onto the floor. This makes individual pallets available to operators without the need for a forklift.

• Safety

  Placarding of automatic equipment is essential.

  Operator and forklift driver training is important to minimise the risk of a mishap.

  Limitations

  Poor quality or inconsistent pallets are a problem in any automated system. Forklift drivers need to be vigilant and remove bad pallets from the stack before they reach the dispenser

  Best Buying

  Prices vary with features but can be higher when integration with other equipment is involved. Most pallet types can be handled with existing designs so any re-engineering should be minimal.