Description

The Still Ergopick is a horizontal order picker CX-S 16 with a vacuum lifter mounted on a boom from Schmalz. A pump generates the suction force electrically so that load weights up to 40 kg can be lifted securely and easily. The “S” in the name of the machine stands for scissor lift. This device enables the lifting of two pallets to a height of 785 mm to make sure that all work can be steadily carried out at the best ergonomic height.
The mobile boom can be used flexibly for a range of operations. Conventional picking of heavy items in the warehouse like packages, bags, paint buckets, barrels, suitcases or small load carriers are no problem.
Handling bulky goods often requires more than one person. With suitable suction tools (vacuum or mechanic grippers) even bulky goods can be handled ergonomically by a single person.
In assembly lines the Ergopick can be deployed to load and move goods and can therefore replace or complement fixed cranes.
Handling and palletizing of goods is often managed centrally. The mobility of the Ergopick enables to palletise goods directly at the storage location avoiding additional transport of goods.
In brief: The Still Ergopick ensures flexible, ergonomic and economic handling of heavy or bulky goods in various operations.

Innovations

The CX-S 16 is additionally equipped with a vacuum operating unit that comprises a vacuum pump, a boom and a vacuum lifter from Schmalz. For high availability the machine is fitted with an efficient, low-energy and electric maintenance free rotary current motor. As a result the battery capacity is sufficient for one shift not requiring to change the battery.
The crane unit is fundamental for the security, the range and the ergonomics of the movements. These requirements are met by a stable and smooth-running scissor boom with flexible range and ergonomic handling. The scissor boom is equipped with an electronic position sensor which ensures that the boom is always kept within the contour of the truck to prevent the risk of collision when the truck is moving.
The CX-S 16 can be positioned by driving at creep speed, also if the boom is slightly extended. The reach covers a range of 2.1 m at an operating radius of 270° around the truck.
The flexible vacuum lifter system with its one-finger control can be fitted with different grippers or tools. Tools can be changed user-friendly due to an integrated quick change adapter that enables a quick and efficient handling of various attachments adapting the device to different types of goods.
As a result the CX-S 16 represents a new possibility of handling heavy and bulky goods in an efficient and ergonomic manner.

Market relevance

The goal of the product development was to simplify handling of heavy and bulky goods for the operator. Furthermore, handling load weights of up to 40 kg at a crane range of 2.1 m leads to high safety requirements regarding the use of the Still Ergopick.
These requirements are fulfilled by electronic crosschecks and easy operating principles. Contact sensors ensure that the boom is positioned within the truck’s contour. Only if this is ensured, the truck can drive and a collision of the boom with a rack or another truck is avoided. As a result, the truck is only released to drive if the boom is securely locked. Deploying different hose diameters ensures that the load is securely held by the suction gripper in every possible situation. All loads are let down slowly and securely even if, for example, the vacuum generation fails.
With a boom reach of 2.1 m high stability is imperative. This is achieved by the battery as well as by the weight of the truck. Additionally, the truck underwent several tests regarding its stability. In addition to its flexibility of use and meeting all ergonomic requirements, the Ergopick delivers a high level of security in dealing with heavy loads.

Customer benefits

The customer benefits from different aspects of the Ergopick. With the support in lifting loads of up to 40 kg the use of the Ergopick physically relieves the employee.
In general, the handling of goods in everyday work for the employees is improved and most important of all made easier.
Applying a vacuum lifter to a mobile order picker provides the customer with a crane station which is highly flexible. With one battery as an energy source the high flexibility in the use is reached and a lifting of heavy workpieces is possible, even without a stationary crane. In that way heavy or bulky goods can be moved ergonomically.
The one-finger control allows, besides the precise handling of the loads, to quickly change the different suction or mechanical grippers. So the tool or gripper can be changed quickly and easily. As a consequence, work tasks with varying goods can be managed.
Moving loads weighing up to 40 kg, requires a high level of security in using the device. When driving the truck it is guaranteed that the boom is always inside the truck contours. Furthermore, a “falling off” of the goods is not possible. Therefore the Still Ergopick is more than safe in its use.
All these benefits enable a physically relieved, flexible and safe handling of bulky and heavy goods.