What is sorter? Sorter (sorting system) is a system that recognizes parcels, packages and products moving on the conveyor line with a barcode or sensor and automatically directs them to the specified exit. It replaces manual sorting in shipping, e-commerce, retail distribution and post-production shipping.
What are Sorter Systems? These systems are the backbone of modern logistics and warehouse management. These logistics solutions optimize business processes by ensuring products are routed quickly and accurately. KOAL Makine helps make your work more efficient by offering automation systems suitable for different needs. Here is information about the main features of sorter systems and in which industries they are used:
Basic Types of Sorter Systems
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Cross Belt Sorter: This cross-belt system allows products to be guided quickly and precisely. It is ideal for high-speed operations and is often used in e-commerce, food processing and retail industries. Cross belt sorter allows products to be sorted into various directions and reach their destination quickly.
- Linear Cross Belt Sorter: This type is a variation of cross-belt sorter systems and is used in larger areas. Thanks to its linear design, it allows products to be transported and sorted over longer distances. It is especially suitable for large-scale warehouses and distribution centers.
- Tilt Tray Sorter: Tilt tray systems use inclined trays to direct products in different directions. Ideal for separating fragile or delicate products. Tilt tray sorter offers high efficiency in large and complex storage environments.
- Wheel Sorter: These systems with wheels allow products to move quickly and silently. It is generally used for transporting small and light products and attracts attention with its low noise level.
- Narrow Belt Sorter: Narrow belt solutions provide efficient transportation in narrow spaces. Particularly suitable for narrow passages and small storage areas, it ensures safe guidance of delicate products.
- Roll-On Sorter: Roll systems allow products to be transported by rolling and are an ideal option for large products. It is used to transport large volume products with its low cost and simple designs.
Usage Areas of Sorter Systems
These systems are used in a wide variety of industries. E-commerce sites, food processing facilities, healthcare industry and retail stores benefit from the efficiency it offers. KOAL Makine optimizes your business processes and increases operational efficiency by offering solutions tailored to the specific needs of each industry.
The fast and accurate product orientation offered by sorter systems increases the success of your business and ensures customer satisfaction. With KOAL Makine 's wide product range, you can find the best solutions to suit your business needs.
Sorter types and capacities
The basic values of the sorter types produced by KOAL Makine are as follows; You can find out which type is suitable for which operation in our comparison of sorter types.
| Sorter type | Capacity (pieces/hour) | Max. weight | Max. product size |
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| cross belt | 8,000–14,000 | 35kg | 600×400×380mm |
| Tilt tray | 6,000–12,000 | 35kg | 600×400×380mm |
| wheel sorter | 2,500–5,000 | 50kg | 1000×800×800mm |
| narrow belt | 1,800–2,750 | 50kg | 900×600×600mm |
| Roll-on | 1,600–2,400 | 35kg | — |
Frequently asked questions
What does sorter mean?
Sorter comes from the English word “sort” (to separate) and means an automatic sorting system that separates products into different outputs according to the determined rule.
What is the difference between sorter and conveyor?
The conveyor carries the product; The sorter recognizes the product and separates it to the correct exit. Sorter systems work in conjunction with conveyor lines.
Which is the fastest sorter type?
Among KOAL Makine products, the highest capacity is in the cross belt sorter with 8,000–14,000 pieces per hour.
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Since 2010 we have designed, built, installed and serviced sorter and conveyor systems in Gebze. These articles draw on our field experience.
