Shuttle Rack XL
The Shuttle Rack XL is a pallet shuttle-based automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) manufactured by Daifuku that uses motorized shuttle vehicles to autonomously store and retrieve pallets within rack lanes. The system increases storage capacity by 40–60% compared to traditional selective racking and is deployed in factories, food and beverage warehouses, cold stores, and distribution environments.
Overview and Use Cases
The Shuttle Rack XL is part of Daifuku's intralogistics product family, which includes related variants such as Shuttle Rack L, M, and D3. The system is designed for high-density pallet storage in industrial and commercial environments, including factories, food and beverage warehouses, cold storage facilities, and high-flow distribution centers.
Key Capabilities
- Autonomous storage and retrieval: Motorized shuttle vehicles operate independently within rack lanes to store and retrieve pallets without human entry into the lanes
- Forklift integration: Forklifts are used only at the aisle face to deposit and retrieve loads, and to reposition shuttle vehicles between lanes
- Inventory modes: Supports both FIFO (first in, first out) and LIFO/FILO (last in, first out) configurations
- Capacity gains: Achieves 40–60% increase in storage capacity compared to traditional selective pallet racking systems; up to 60% more pallets than manual systems
- Reduced labor: Eliminates manual storage and retrieval operations within the rack structure
Specifications
- System type: Pallet shuttle-based AS/RS
- Price range: $350–$1,200 per pallet position (general pallet shuttle category)
- Operational principle: Motorized shuttles travel horizontally within designated rack lanes; vertical movement achieved through integration with rack infrastructure
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