Crossbelt

A “Crossbelt” (also Cross Belt, Crossbelt mover, Crossbelt conveyor, or Crossbelt sortation system) refers to a conveyor-based sortation system used primarily in warehouses and distribution centers to efficiently sort and distribute various packages and parcels. The crossbelt sorter is built on top of a continuous loop conveyor system, with the carrying surface of the packages and parcels, being a smaller belt conveyor that holds the product to be sorted, typically facing 90 degrees from the main conveyor. When the product reaches the designated sorting destination, the smaller belt conveyor is active by a servomotor placed on the crossbelt conveyor, diverting the product off of the continuous loop and directing it either down a chute or onto a take-away conveyor. The term “crossbelt” stems from the fact that this smaller belt conveyor runs horizontally to the main loop.

One notable feature of crossbelt sorters is their ability to handle various types of items, sizes, shapes, and packaging with high efficiency and accuracy. These systems display high throughput rates, making them suitable for fast-moving industries requiring rapid order fulfillment.

The integration of IO-Link Wireless into Crossbelt sorters further enhances their efficiency and reliability, allowing for seamless communication between devices and enabling real-time control and monitoring of the sorting process. This wireless solution offers advantages such as enhanced accuracy, space utilization efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness, making it a preferred choice for optimizing sorting operations in various industries.