Siemens launches new parcel unloading solution
As the number of parcels continues to grow worldwide, courier, express and parcel service providers are challenged to realise handling in short periods. In response to the need for the fast unloading of trucks, and in line with industry requirements, Siemens Logistics has developed Rubus, an automated unloading solution.
As Gert Seidel, CEO of Siemens Logistics in the USA, explained: “Rubus has been successfully integrated into existing facilities in the USA and has shown top performance during operations. Additional benefits are a much faster trailer turn around, no physically demanding manual unloading, and facilities can be designed with a smaller physical footprint and significantly fewer inbound dock doors.”
Rubus uses a unique method where parcels are unloaded automatically with the aid of belts. The system allows a throughput of up to 25,000 items per hour. This rate is controllable, and it can be throttled dynamically at a central control station to match available system capacity.
Rubus can be configured for bulk flow as well as stream flow. In addition, it is easily adjustable to any facility without structural modifications. (mw)