Automated Operation Cross Belt Sorter Modular Design Easy Maintenance

The Cross Belt Sorter (RKSORT-CBS) serves as an advanced solution for the efficient sorting of parcels and cartons of diverse sizes. This system includes essential components such as tracks, carts, cart belts, recognition systems, and communication networks. The carts are arranged in a continuous line on the track, moving parallel to form the mainline, which intersects with the belts on the carts, hence the term "Cross Belt Sorter." During operation, items can be loaded onto the cart belts either manually or through automated systems. When the carts reach their designated sorting points, the control system activates the belts to facilitate sorting and dispatching.

Cross belt sorters are typically classified into two layouts: circular and linear. Circular cross belt sorters feature a flat circular design, achieving a mainline speed of up to 2 meters per second and sorting capacity of up to 22,000 items per hour. In contrast, linear cross belt sorters utilize a straight configuration, operating at speeds of up to 1.5 meters per second and sorting up to 8,000 items per hour. These sorters are extensively employed in industries requiring high efficiency, multiple sorting directions, and optimized space, including express delivery, e-commerce, apparel, food, cosmetics, airports, and pharmaceuticals.

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Technical Parameters

Product Features

Established and Reliable

The cross belt sorting system is particularly effective for sorting small to medium-sized parcels, accommodating the specifications for most express and e-commerce packages. It offers multiple sorting chutes and exhibits considerable flexibility. The system is recognized for its stable performance in logistics sorting operations globally, supported by established technical solutions.

Versatile Sorting Capabilities

Designed to be robust, the cross belt sorting system offers high capacity for processing various items. It can effectively sort cartons, envelopes, parcels, clothing, and products packaged in plastic film, among others. Equipment specifications can be tailored to meet specific site requirements, with sorting chutes available in various lengths and widths (e.g., 600mm, 700mm, 750mm, 1000mm). The modular design of the cart track allows for flexible adaptation to different site dimensions and specifications.

Easy Loading Operations

Depending on user workflows and requirements, the cross belt sorting system can be loaded manually or equipped with an automatic feeding platform for scanning, weighing, and loading. Workers can quickly initiate operations with minimal training and clear instructions.

Modular Components

The cross belt sorting system benefits from standardized components and a lightweight design, ensuring high efficiency throughout production, transport, assembly, and commissioning. This modular approach facilitates rapid responses to customer needs and enhances equipment maintenance efficiency.

Cost-Effective Solutions

With its high sorting efficiency, the cross belt sorter significantly reduces the workload for operators, optimizing human resource allocation and lowering labor and management costs for businesses.

Application

Postal and Express Delivery Sector

Cross belt sorting machines are extensively utilized in regional distribution centers, transfer stations, and medium to large branches of postal and express delivery companies. These facilities often face high sorting demands and require automated solutions to effectively process large volumes. As sorting demands in smaller branches increase and labor costs rise, cross belt sorting machines, particularly linear models with compact designs, have gained popularity.

E-Commerce and Cross-Border Shipping

The rapid growth of e-commerce has led to significant increases in parcel volumes during peak shopping seasons. Cross belt sorting machines provide efficient sorting solutions to address the diverse demands of various industries, including sectors such as tobacco, fashion, maternity products, supermarkets, and pharmaceuticals.

Advantages

Vision Inspection Technology

Realkey cross belt sorting machines can be equipped with intelligent vision inspection capabilities tailored to specific user requirements. This feature enables real-time tracking and fault detection for all operational carts, isolating carts with issues to halt parcel circulation. Notifications are sent to users to prevent conflicts and downstream process failures (this feature requires the configuration of automatic feeding stations).

Dual-Cart Linkage Technology

Realkey’s advanced recognition technology allows simultaneous transport and sorting of small parcels by one cart and larger parcels by two carts into sorting chutes. This functionality enables handling of parcels up to 1.2 meters in length without sacrificing efficiency or incurring additional costs.

Automatic Fault Routing

When maintenance is required for a cart, users can issue commands through the operating interface, prompting the cart to navigate automatically to a designated maintenance station. This feature enhances maintenance efficiency by eliminating the need for manual retrieval.

Proven Reliability

With 17 years of experience in logistics conveyance and automatic sorting, Realkey offers unique advantages in developing tailored sorting solutions for clients. Our products are recognized for their durability, establishing RKSORT as a trusted partner in the industry.