Automated Shipping
In response to ever-growing demand for automated shipping, PACO has developed the ATLS (Automatic Truck Loading System), the world's first fully automated shipping system designed for installation on a regular dock, allowing regular, non-modified trailers to be loaded with pallets, slip-sheets, racks and other types of unit loads.
One automated shipping unit can service an unlimited number of doors, loading up to 120 pallets an hour in every possible load pattern.
Its compliant guiding system allows it to automatically accommodate trailers of all lengths, widths and elevations.
How does it work?
The automated shipping Module (LM) is a robotized lift-truck that enters trailers to deposit loads. It is equipped with a standard dual lift-truck front-end that enables it to load the full width of the trailer in a single trip.
The Loading Module is mounted on a transfer platform that travels sideways, allowing it to transfer from dock door to dock door. Once the platform has aligned with the appropriate door, it detects the presence of a trailer and measures its length to optimize the load pattern.
Unit-Loads are brought to the automated shipping Module by an overhead feed conveyor that runs above the dock doors, keeping docks clear of obstacles and available for lift-truck and pedestrian traffic.
If need be, the ATLS can automatically move out of the way and, since the system requires no modifications to the docks, these same docks can still be used by lift-trucks for receiving.
In addition to significantly reducing the manpower required on the docks, the ATLS eliminates product damage in loading, accidents and ergonomic injuries related to lift-truck operation.
Also, since it is not battery-powered, it generates substantial energy savings and eliminates costly battery maintenance.
With all of these incomparable features, the ATLS is, without a doubt, your key to a safer, faster, more cost effective and accurate operation.
Contact us today and we will help you analyze the adaptability of the ATLS to your specific operation.
Paco Corp. is a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced electromechanical equipment for industrial, materials handling and scenic applications. The company was established in 1960 and employs more than one hundred professionals in engineering, fabrication, sales and administration.
Paco markets its products and engineering services throughout North America, Europe and Asia. The company holds more than thirty patents and is recognized for innovation through research and development in response to market needs.
ATLS
Automatic Truck Loading System
The ATLS (Automatic Truck Loading System) is the world's first fully automatic loader for unmodified semi-trailers. The compact ATLS integrates an overhead feed conveyor with an automatic forklift that travels within a platform along the loading dock floor. One ATLS system serves multiple doors, accommodates misaligned trailers without truck levelers or customized dock equipment, and can fill a trailer with pallets, slip sheets, racks or bails in less than twelve minutes.