Sorting Automation Cross Belt Sorter Precise Sorting Solutions

The Realkey Cross Belt Sorter is an innovative solution designed to efficiently handle a wide range of items, including parcels and cartons. This advanced system integrates critical components such as tracks, carts, cart belts, recognition technologies, and communication systems. The carts are arranged in a continuous chain along the track, moving parallel to create a mainline that intersects with the cart belts, giving the system its name, "Cross Belt Sorter." Items can be loaded onto the cart belts either manually or automatically, and as the carts approach designated sorting stations, the control system activates the belts for precise sorting.

Available in two configurations—circular and linear—cross belt sorters are built for high performance. Circular models can achieve sorting speeds of up to 2 meters per second, capable of processing as many as 22,000 items per hour. Linear models, operating in a straight line, can reach speeds of up to 1.5 meters per second and handle up to 8,000 items per hour. These systems are widely used in industries that require high throughput and multiple sorting directions, including express delivery, e-commerce, apparel, food services, cosmetics, airports, and pharmaceuticals.

Technical Parameters

Application

Postal and Express Delivery

Cross belt sorting machines are extensively used in regional distribution centers, transfer stations, and medium to large branches of postal and express delivery companies. These facilities experience high sorting volumes and require automated solutions for efficient operations. With increasing sorting demands and rising labor costs, cross belt sorters—especially linear models—have become preferred due to their compact and flexible designs.

E-Commerce and Global Trade

The rapid growth of e-commerce has led to a dramatic rise in parcel volumes, particularly during peak shopping seasons. Cross belt sorting machines offer effective solutions that meet the diverse needs of various markets during these critical periods. They find applications in industries such as tobacco, fashion, maternity products, supermarkets, and pharmaceuticals.

Advantages

Intelligent Vision Systems
REALKEY cross belt sorting machines can be equipped with advanced vision inspection technology tailored to specific user requirements. This capability allows for real-time monitoring and fault detection of each operational cart. Carts that encounter issues are isolated to prevent further parcel circulation, and timely alerts are sent to users, minimizing operational disruptions (requires automatic feeding stations).

Enhanced Cart Linkage Technology
Using REALKEY's advanced recognition systems and programming algorithms, the sorter allows for the simultaneous transport of smaller parcels with a single cart while larger parcels are sorted using two carts. This feature supports handling items up to 1.2 meters long without compromising efficiency or incurring additional costs, significantly expanding the application range of the equipment.

Automated Maintenance Management
Users can issue maintenance commands for specific carts through the operating interface, enabling those carts to autonomously navigate to designated maintenance stations. This automation reduces the need for manual oversight and greatly improves maintenance efficiency.

Proven Durability
With 17 years of experience in the logistics and automated sorting industry, REALKEY provides unmatched expertise in developing tailored sorting solutions. Our products are recognized for their durability and reliability, establishing us as a trusted partner for all sorting needs.