What is a fully electric stacker and how does it work

Overview of full-electric stackers

The full-electric stacker is a kind of storage and handling equipment driven by electricity, which is mainly used for stacking and handling goods in warehouses, logistics centers and other environments. Compared with traditional manual stackers or hydraulic stackers, the full-electric stacker has higher working efficiency and lower labor intensity. It completes the tasks of lifting, moving and stacking goods through the electric drive system, and is widely used in places where small and medium-sized materials are handled.

Working principle

The working principle of the full-electric stacker can be divided into several main parts: electric drive, lifting system, control system and battery system. Through the synergy of these systems, the equipment can achieve efficient and stable operation.

Electric drive system

The core of the full-electric stacker is its electric drive system. Unlike traditional manual stackers, the full-electric stacker uses a motor to power it. The drive system is powered by a battery, and uses a DC motor or an AC motor to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy to drive the operation of the wheels and lifting system.

Drive mode: The electric stacker is generally driven by two electric wheels to ensure that the equipment can move smoothly on various ground surfaces.

Movement mode: The electric drive system controls the basic movements of the stacker, such as forward, backward, and turning, to ensure flexible operation in complex working environments.

Lifting system

The lifting system is a key component of the full-electric stacker, usually composed of an electric hoist, chain, lifting rod, and fork. The electric hoist controls the lifting mechanism through an electric drive, which can lift the goods to a certain height for stacking and removal.

Electric hoist: The chain or wire rope is driven by an electric motor to enable the fork to rise and fall in the vertical direction.

Height adjustment: The lifting system of the full-electric stacker supports different height adjustments to meet different cargo stacking requirements.

Control system

The control system is the brain of the full-electric stacker, and the operator controls the movement of the stacker through the operation panel or joystick. Electric stackers are generally equipped with a simple and easy-to-operate control interface, usually including operation buttons such as start, stop, lift, lower, forward, and backward.

Easy operation: Through the control system, the operator can easily control the various functions of the equipment without complex operating skills.

Safety control: The control system is also usually equipped with an emergency stop button to deal with emergencies and ensure the safety of the operator.

Battery system

The battery system of the full-electric stacker is the power source for the operation of the equipment, usually using rechargeable lead-acid batteries or lithium batteries. The battery provides the electric stacker with the required power to drive the motor and lifting system.

Charging and endurance: The battery life is related to factors such as the use environment, load weight, and operation time. The common charging cycle is 8 to 10 hours, and it can work continuously for a whole day after a full charge.

Battery management: Some modern full-electric stackers are equipped with an intelligent battery management system (BMS), which can monitor the battery power and health status in real time to ensure efficient use of the battery and extend its service life.

Working process

The working process of the full-electric stacker can be divided into four main steps: starting, stacking, handling, and stopping. Each step is completed by the operator through the control system. The following is a detailed working process.

Starting

In the starting stage, the operator starts the electric stacker, adjusts the driving direction, and chooses to raise or lower the fork as needed. After starting, the electric stacker starts to move forward while controlling the lifting system to ensure that the goods can be handled smoothly.

Driving direction: The operator adjusts the forward direction of the stacker according to the stacking requirements of the goods.

Fork adjustment: According to the height of the goods, the operator adjusts the lifting position of the fork to ensure smooth stacking or picking.

Stacking

During the stacking stage, the stacker will place the goods precisely at the designated location. The electric stacker can flexibly adjust the lifting system so that the goods can be stacked at different heights, and is usually used for stacking goods on high-rise shelves.

Precise positioning: Since the lifting system of the electric stacker is very precise, it can ensure that the goods are placed accurately at the target location to avoid errors and damage.

Height adjustment: The stacker can adjust the lifting and lowering of the fork according to the height of the shelf to facilitate high-rise stacking.

Handling

During the handling stage, the fully electric stacker moves the goods from one place to another through the electric drive system. The operator controls the forward, backward, turning and other actions of the equipment to ensure the smooth handling process.

Smooth movement: The electric stacker can quickly and smoothly carry goods in the warehouse, reducing manual labor.

Adapt to narrow spaces: Due to the compact design of the stacker, it is suitable for narrow storage spaces and aisles.

Stop

After completing the handling or stacking task, the operator will stop the stacker through the control system, ensure that the equipment stops stably and locks the forks, ready for the next operation or rest.

Safety stop: The equipment stops automatically and ensures that the forks are in a safe position.

Energy management: After completing the task, the stacker's battery can be charged and ready for the next work.

What are the main functions and advantages of a fully electric stacker?

Main functions of full-electric stackers

A fully electric stacker is a device that stacks, handles and stores goods through an electric drive system. It combines electric lifting and electric drive technology to effectively improve work efficiency in warehousing, logistics and production environments. The following are the main functions of full-electric stackers:

Lifting and stacking function

One of the core functions of the full-electric stacker is the lifting and stacking of goods. It can lift the goods to the required height and place the goods accurately in the designated position. The lifting system of the electric stacker is usually equipped with an electric lift and fork, which can flexibly adjust the height of the goods to meet the needs of shelves of different specifications.

Lifting height: Most electric stackers can lift from the ground to several meters high to meet the cargo stacking needs of different warehouses.

Precise stacking: Through a precise control system, the operator can control the lifting and lowering of the stacker to ensure that the goods are accurately stacked and reduce errors.

Moving and handling function

Another key function of the full-electric stacker is its moving and handling capabilities. Compared with traditional manual stackers, electric stackers can complete cargo handling tasks more easily. Through the electric drive system, the stacker can move forward, backward, turn, and adapt to various terrains and narrow space requirements.

Flexible movement: The electric drive system equipped with the electric stacker makes the operation smoother and more efficient.

Strong adaptability: Whether it is a spacious warehouse or a narrow shelf gap, the electric stacker can operate smoothly.

Ease of operation

The operating system of the full-electric stacker is designed to be simple and intuitive, and the forward, backward, lifting and lowering actions of the stacker are usually adjusted by a handle or a control panel. This enables the operator to master the use of the equipment in a shorter training period and lowers the threshold for use.

Simplified operation: The control system of the electric stacker is usually designed to be very user-friendly, ensuring that the staff can easily get started.

Reduced labor intensity: The electric drive and lifting system effectively reduces the labor intensity of the operator, especially when carrying heavy objects.

Advantages of full-electric stackers

As an important equipment in modern warehousing and logistics management, the full-electric stacker has many advantages, especially in improving work efficiency and reducing operating costs. Here are some of the main advantages of full-electric stackers:

Efficiency and Energy Saving

full-electric stackers use an electric drive system, which is more efficient than traditional fuel or manual equipment and can complete cargo handling and stacking tasks at a faster speed. In addition, electric stackers are relatively energy-efficient during operation, especially with the support of a battery management system (BMS), which can effectively improve battery efficiency and extend battery life.

Improved work efficiency: Electric stackers can complete more tasks in a shorter period of time, especially in large-scale warehousing environments.

Reduced energy consumption: Electric drive is more energy-efficient than fuel drive, which helps companies save energy costs.

Operational safety

full-electric stackers are designed with safety in mind and are equipped with multiple safety features. For example, many electric stackers are equipped with emergency stop buttons, operational overload protection, stability control and other functions to ensure that they can be quickly shut down in an emergency to avoid accidents.

Protective design: Electric stackers are usually equipped with protective devices to prevent operators from being pinched or injured.

Enhanced stability: The stability and load balancing design of the equipment effectively prevent accidents when stacking goods at high altitudes.

Space-saving and adaptable

full-electric stackers usually have a small turning radius and can be flexibly operated in a small space, which makes them very suitable for storage and logistics places with limited space. Its flexibility and compact design enable it to be transported between narrow aisles and high-rise shelves, which not only saves warehouse space but also improves the storage density of the warehouse.

Adapt to small space: Compared with traditional forklifts or hydraulic stackers, electric stackers can easily enter narrow aisles and improve the utilization rate of warehouse space.

Increase storage density: By lifting and stacking goods, electric stackers can store goods more tightly, effectively saving warehouse space.

Low maintenance cost

full-electric stackers have low maintenance costs, mainly due to their simplified mechanical structure and fewer vulnerable parts. Compared with traditional hydraulic stackers or forklifts, electric stackers reduce the complexity of hydraulic systems and engines, so the workload of repair and maintenance is less, reducing operating costs.

Reduce failure rate: The electric drive system of electric stackers has fewer mechanical failures, thus reducing equipment downtime and repair time.

Save maintenance costs: Since the equipment has a simple structure and is not troubled by problems such as hydraulic system leakage, the overall maintenance cost is low.

Environmental protection

The full-electric stacker is electrically driven, which means that it does not emit harmful gases or pollutants, so it meets the environmental protection requirements of modern enterprises. Especially when used indoors, the electric stacker has less impact on air quality than traditional fuel-driven equipment, and is more in line with the requirements of green environmental protection.

No emissions: Electric stackers do not produce exhaust gas, reducing pollution to the environment.

Lower noise: Compared with traditional fuel equipment, electric stackers have lower noise and are suitable for use in places where a quiet environment is required.

Improve work efficiency and reduce human errors

The automated control system of the full-electric stacker can effectively reduce human operation errors and improve work accuracy and efficiency. It can accurately control the stacking and handling position of goods to avoid damage or stacking errors caused by improper operation.

Reduce errors: The electric stacker reduces the possibility of human operation errors through precise lifting and control systems.

Improve work efficiency: Automated operation processes can ensure higher work efficiency, especially in large-scale warehousing and logistics centers.