The battle for customer satisfaction is fought in the distribution center. Everything that happens within the 4 walls has a direct influence on the customer experience; Time and accuracy being perhaps the most important two factors of all.
The right sorting system can make all the difference. Though there are many options on the market, today two popular systems are compared side by side for readers – The Cross Belt Sorter and the Cross Tray Sorter
THE CROSS BELT SORTER
A commonly used sorter for distribution is the Cross Belt Sorter. A multi-functional machine with trays that use conveyor belts to eject items either left or right. The belted discharge system is driven either mechanically or with an advanced servo motor. Generally, these sorters are used in heavy duty applications such as for airport baggage, shipping sorters, and other tasks requiring a high max weight – up to 35 kg or more.
Benefits of the Cross Belt Sorter
Negatives of a Cross Belt Sorter
THE CROSS TRAY SORTER
The Cross Tray Sorter is a variation of the Cross Belt Sorter that takes the basic idea of a Cross Belt sorter and takes it to the next level to better focus it towards the needs of today’s warehouse. The Cross Tray Sorter also features a tray using a conveyor belt to discharge items; however, it utilizes 4 walls to contain items and prevent them from falling off trays around corners. With a slower max speed, the Cross Tray Sorter has a small footprint and a dense sort.
Benefits of a Cross Tray Sorter
Negatives of a Cross Tray Sorter
There are many variations of the Cross Belt Sorter, but with a simple design, low price tag, small footprint, and unique trays that guarantee increased accuracy, EuroSort’s patented Cross Tray Sorter is a clear choice for companies looking for unit sortation of items below 21 kg.
For more information, please visit http://www.eurosort.com.