SmartPocket
Gold
Excellence in Business to Business
Logistics & Infrastructure
Details
A pocket sorter is an automatic conveyor system for hanging storage, sorting, and sequencing of items, which is used specifically in e-commerce. With SmartPocket, TGW Logistics presents a pocket sorter technology that has the potential to become a game changer in intralogistics. Instead of the usual drag chain, this innovation relies on intelligent self-driving robots. These so-called SmartCarriers move autonomously to their destination on a rail network. The key advantages are maximum efficiency, minimized energy consumption, low maintenance requirements, and quiet operation.
The Jury‘s Statement
SmartPocket takes a pioneering step in intralogistics by replacing conventional pocket sorter technology with autonomous, self-driving robots that navigate an intelligent, low-noise rail network. The decentralized control enables high adaptability and scalability, while the modular design and compact footprint ensure rapid installation and efficient operation. SmartPocket stands out for its reliability, minimal maintenance requirements and reduced energy consumption, offering a forward-looking solution to the challenges of e-commerce.
