Sortation Conveyor Systems

If your warehouse needs to move product from receiving to storage, or from packing to shipping, a sortation conveyor system can do it faster and more efficiently than even your most productive worker. Sortation conveyor systems rely on identifying each package that makes its way through the system (using bar codes or other identification methods), and then processing it as desired once identified. With the assistance of photo eyes, weigh stations and computer software etc, sortation systems allow you to know at all times where product is and where it is going.

A Typical Sort System

In the example shown here, the packages enter the sorter via the inbound traffic lanes where they merge with the recirculating packages. They will pass through the Gap Metering Belt which creates an equal distance between each package before arriving at the weigh station. In this system, based on the weight of the package, the scale will send a signal to the sorter to divert the package to the appropriate sort lane. Packages not identified will be sent to the recirculation line for a second attempt.

Sortation systems complete with scanners, controls etc, often cost more than the average company can afford to spend. At SJF, we believe that you don't need to invest a small fortune to incorporate one of these systems into your operation. We specialize in previously owned sortation systems that will do everything the new systems will do for you and more. You'll have piece of mind knowing that we can provide you with everything from design, layout, programming and installation from one single source. We have successfully put several systems just like the ones below into operation for customers just like you. They are all currently sorting product at a fraction of the cost than a new system would have set them back. Take a look at the different types of sortation conveyor systems we can provide.

Types of Sortation Conveyors

Cross Belt Sortation

Advantages of cross-belt sorters include quietness, ability to have sort points close together, sorting to the right or left, and versatile layouts such as straight, “L” or oval paths with inclines and declines.

Tilt Tray Sortation

Trays, connected in a chain, tip to both sides, dumping into chutes or sides, Low noise levels and ability to sort small, flat or delicate items are advantages.

Tilt Slat Sortation

The conveying surface is made up of slats that can be tilted to the right or left. Packages travel in close proximity and only the slats under them will be activated to tilt.

Pop-Up Belt/Chain Sortation

These sorters sort boxes or containers to either side of a main conveyor line. They work by pulling heavy packages onto angled spurs at high speeds. The belt or chain used is matched to the package being handled.

Sliding Shoe Sortation

One of the fastest continuous sorters, a row of sliding shoes travels across the sorter path smoothly, easing containers onto takeaway spurs. Typically, this is used in conjunction with photo eyes that either puch the package onto an alternate lane or allow the package to continue down the main conveyor line to the correct lane.

Pusher/Diverter

Pusher diverters have spur or sort points located very close together and handle heavy products. P/Ds are slow to medium speed because the diverter mechanism must return across the belt before intercepting the next package.

Pop-Up Roller Sortation

The pop-up roller is driven by its own motor at a higher speed than the main-line conveyor. In sorting, the roller grabs the leading edge of the container and leads it off onto a spur.

Swivel Wheel/Roller Sortation

This diverter can work with belt or roller conveyors to drive packages off to the right or left using a roller that will swivel in place to either allow the package to pass or be diverted. Divert points can be as close as three-foot center. Main-line belt conveyors are typically less noisy than most roller types.

SJF is an authorized nationwide distributor of TGW Ermanco and Omni conveyor. SJF can provide other popular brands at your request. We can provide custom conveyor solutions for clients large and small - nationwide. In fact, the employees in SJF's Genesys division are among the best in the business for providing cutting edge warehouse conveyor handling systems and solutions. Email us today to discuss your unique conveyor needs - or call us and speak with any of our friendly conveyor solutions specialists. [800-598-5532]

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Bushman Unisort X - High Speed Sortation System - 36 Lane Sorter

Bushman Sortation Line

The Unisort X model of sortation is the fastest conveyor Bushman has to offer. This sorter is a 36 lane sortation with mezzanine for structural support. Case sizes accepted are 48" x 27" MAX and 6" x 6" MIN. This system can be sold as-is or reconditioned for additional cost. Please call Gerry Sterner at 800.598.5532 for details.

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Specifications:

Top Speed - up to 650' per minute
Totel Length - approx. 500'

Comes with Buschman PLC c/w controls and display,
two Laxerdata Scanners, Servo induction & portec curve

All Plans and Manuals are also available for this model.

Call Jerry Sterner at 612-581-0899 or 800.598.5532 x 224 for further information.

Dealer inqueries welcome.

Sortation Conveyor Component Parts

Rapistan Lineshaft Urethane Belt Transfers

Rapistan Lineshaft UBT's

In addition to the above listings, we usually have the following conveyor equipment in stock, but not listed on the website: used sortation component parts, adjustable conveyor stands, used conveyor belt, used conveyor rollers, used conveyor drives, used conveyor guardrail, complete used sortation conveyor systems, used sortation system controls, pushers, diverts, spurs, tilt tray sort systems, scan heads, gap generators, inline scales and more.

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Buschman Unisort IV Pop-up Wheel Sorters

Description	New	As Low As
Ermanco 32" OAW x 29" L - bi-directional UBT workstations	$2460 ea.	$600 ea.
Rapistan 34" OAW x 29" L - UBT, self powered	$3300 ea.	$700 ea.
Ermanco 24.5" OAW x 32" L - UBT	$2280 ea.	$500 ea.
Rapistan 1256 Lineshaft - 24.25" OAW, pop-up UBT	$2280 ea.	$500 ea.
Bushman Unisort IV pop up wheel sorters LH & RH Complete Sort System Specs: Capable of 300FPM Belt Speed 31 to 133 CPM Possible (Actual rate dependant on product size, gap width and belt speed) Can handle product from 9"-40" Long x 6"-30" Wide	call	call

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Sortation Conveyor Systems

A Typical Sort System