Gravity Flow Solutions For Pick Modules

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Pick modules combine dynamic storage systems such as carton flow and pallet flow with pallet storage rack and conveyor to create a more efficient handling process for high turn rate inventory.

A carefully designed pick module creates efficient high-volume case picking by consolidating a large number of SKUs in a relatively small warehouse footprint. Pick modules can increase SKU capacity by up to 50% while increasing efficiency and reducing travel times.

Mallard Manufacturing offers several carton flow, pallet flow, and gravity conveyor products to accommodate your product mix and order fulfillment needs within your pick module.

Carton Flow Racking

Our diverse and accommodating carton flow products support each picks and carton and tote order picking for any size container. All carton flow tracks and beds are low profile, low maintenance, and manufactured to last in the busiest warehouse environments.

The Benefits of Carton Flow for Pick Module Optimization?

  • Improve productivity: Quicker, accurate picking with cartons at the aisle face
  • Save Space: Up to 50% vs static racking and shelving
  • Increase pick locations: Up to 40 locations per bay
  • Decrease labor costs: Save up to 75% in labor
  • Ergonomic, safe order selection: Easy access to all SKUs
  • Environmentally efficient: Condensed footprint saves energy and lighting

Pallet Flow Racking

Pallet flow consolidates high-volume SKU lanes for fast, accurate picking, and the pick face is automatically replenished with inventory stored in the gravity flow lane. The consolidated design minimizes travel and search time for workers saving costly labor expenses.

The Benefits of Pallet Flow for Pick Module Optimization?

  • Maximize storage capacity: Close to double the storage in the same footprint of selective rack
  • Increase throughput: Less travel with consolidated picking and replenishment
  • Decrease equipment costs: Few forklifts needed
  • Reduce labor expense: Less forklift travel and pallet handling
  • Better inventory control: Ideal for dated and/or perishable goods
Safe and Efficient Empty Pallet Solution 

Mallard empty pallet return lanes are ergonomic and efficient for getting your empty pallets back to the load side of the system for easy, safe forklift access and removal. Different configurations are available to fit seamlessly into your pick module design:

  • Single empty pallet return: Manually remove and place on lift truck or extract with a forklift
  • Stacked empty pallet return: Pallet separator holds back several empty pallets until manually released to flow back to load side for extraction

Gravity Conveyor

Choose push-assisted or pitched gravity conveyor as part of your customized pick module solution. Ball bearings are permanently lubricated to maximize useful lifespan and minimize jams. Heavy-gauge galvanized steel rollers support a variety of load requirements, including uneven or awkward containers.

What Does Gravity Flow Bring to Pick Modules?

  • Affordable and reliable way to move materials from point A to point B.
  • Receiving, processing, order fulfillment, staging, assembly and loading docks
  • Position flat for push-assisted applications or minimally sloped to flow with gravity
  • Unique roll-over frame design protects workers from injury from sharp edges and protects rollers from impact and debris