Powered mobile storage safety system provides flexibility
The flexibility of high density mobile shelving systems is uncanny. And its range is no more or less when comparing details against one another. Everything from the width of aisles and carriage lengths to modes of operation and safety features is given equal consideration when it comes to its design. There are, however, different features available to make the process easier. And, although most are compatible with multiple systems or built for easy integration, some are made for a particular use. Take, for instance, the powered mobile storage safety system. A microprocessor controlled infrared photoelectric system that requires no conscious thought or weight pressure from system users in order to prohibit carriage movement, it is flexible high density shelving protection working to keep people and objects in open aisles free from harm. It works with power-operated systems with standard carriage sizes ranging from six-feet to 81-feet long, but can be combined with other system features for additional flexibility. The range of flexibility exhibited by this completely passive powered mobile storage safety system is extended even further because there are no weight limits associated with carts or trucks in the aisle, other than those set by floor loading ratings. There are also no limits on the lengths of aisles, nor any special rail spacing considerations or floor requirements. Devices such as the powered mobile storage safety system provide flexible high density shelving protection, allowing safe operation by system users. Learn more about high density shelving. (See videos)
Benefits to using flexible high density shelving protection
Benefits to using this flexible high density shelving protection are made possible because sensing components for the powered mobile storage safety system work in conjunction with its computer tracking system to accomplish five things. These include:
- Detect the presence of someone or something including people, books, carts, stools and wheelchairs on the aisle floor and prevent carriage movement
- Prohibit carriage movement if people in the aisle are climbing or hanging on shelving for the purpose of retrieving stored materials
- Allow an opening aisle to continue to open to its full width after a user has entered it
- Immediately stop carriage movement in a closing aisle should someone enter it as it is closing
- Activate a system of face panel mounted indicators and controls to assist users
How the powered mobile storage safety system works
This powered mobile storage safety system relies on the assistance of several components, in addition to a computerized tracking system, in order to facilitate safe operation by system users. These include:
- An infrared safety shield, with cross-aisle sensors located along the entire length of each carriage, that prohibit carriages from moving whenever there is a break in the beam or if the sensors are in tracking mode
- A Photo Sweep® system, mounted 3/4 inches (19 mm) from the floor on the side of each carriage, that scans the length of the carriage and keeps any movement from happening if the beam has been broken by someone or something
- An entry/exit zone assembly, with several photoelectric sensors stationed at each aisle’s point of entry, which recognize both the presence and directional movement of one of more persons in an aisle and restricts carriage movement accordingly
If a user enters an aisle with the flexible high density shelving protection, it locks at its full open position, automatically. An illuminated red LED is then made visible by the face panel controls. Once the aisle is no longer obstructed by people or objects, the system resets automatically and the LED changes from red to green. The change in color is a clear indication that the system is available for use. Safety features provide flexible high density shelving protection (watch video).
Contact us for powered mobile storage safety systems
Southwest Solutions Group® provides design and installation services of powered mobile storage safety systems. Free consultations are available to determine you and your business’s exact needs before the design process begins. To learn more or to speak with a storage specialist, call us at 1-800-803-1083 or send us a message today.
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