Sorting Transfer Robot M (SOTR-M)

For years, conveyors have been the norm for moving cases and totes through a warehouse—bringing goods into storage, supplying totes to pickers, circulating them through picking zones, and sending everything on to packing. They’ve reliably supported almost every step of logistics and factory operations.

The Sorting Transfer Robot M (SOTR‑M) offers a new, flexible and scalable approach. Instead of relying on fixed conveyor lines, it uses mobile robots equipped with conveyors to handle transport tasks. This gives you far more freedom in how you design your layout, and it makes future changes much easier. And when demand increases, you can simply add more robots without major construction or disruption. It’s a system built for fast‑moving operations, and supports both distribution and manufacturing.

Benefits

Flexible by Design
- You’re free to arrange your warehouse layout however you need, without worrying about conveyor paths.
- If your business changes, the system can be reconfigured quickly.
Easy to Scale
- When you need more throughput, just add more robots.
- Start with a simple setup and expand as the business grows—no need for a huge upfront investment.
Reliable, Even Under Pressure
- The system is built with redundancy: if one robot stops, the others keep working, so your operation doesn’t grind to a halt.
- Smart path selection ensures smooth operations.
Quick to Install
- Since there’s little construction involved, the system can be deployed rapidly.

Applications

Smarter Piece Picking
SOTR‑M robots travel between picking stations using optimized routes, collecting items efficiently as they go. It’s a modern alternative to manual cart picking, helping reduce labor requirements and significantly boost productivity.

Just‑in‑Time Line Feeding
Working together with automated storage systems, the SOTR‑M delivers parts and materials right when they're needed — not too early, not too late. This keeps production flowing smoothly, reduces manual work, and helps cut costs.