Sorting units

ARCO designs and integrates sorting units that direct parcels and totes to the right destination at speed. Solutions include manual sorting conveyors and crossbelt sorters, engineered with operator safety as a core requirement. Systems connect to scanners and your WMS for rule based routing and track and trace. Tight integration with conveyors and packing keeps the flow stable and lifts throughput.

ARCO builds sorting units that route products, crates, or packs to the correct lane with speed and care. Installations are robust and maintenance-friendly, tailored to the product and hygiene needs. Sorting can be automated or supported by operators, depending on the item and required accuracy.

In operation, conveyors feed items to controlled diverts or a crossbelt sorter that drops each unit into the right chute. Sensors read identifiers or triggers, while line control applies routing rules from your process design. This setup handles packs in cartons or totes and keeps operator tasks clear and safe.

The value is stable throughput and traceable flow. Sorting units connect to upstream packing and downstream staging so orders move without extra touches. With KANSI, teams monitor performance and track what happened to each load carrier with full time and location data, which supports quality checks and quick recovery after issues.

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Key features of sorting units

ARCO’s sorting units combine accuracy, hygiene, and reliability in one integrated setup. Built for continuous operation, these systems direct products, crates, or packages to the correct destination with speed and precision. Each installation is customized to your production flow and meets strict safety standards.

Tailored handling

Each unit is configured for your specific products and packaging. Controlled conveyors and diverts guide every item safely to the correct lane without damage or delays.

Scalable performance

Crossbelt and line sorters process large volumes efficiently. The modular design makes it easy to extend capacity or add new outfeeds when production grows.

Smart control and tracking

Sensors and barcode or vision systems feed data to the controller, ensuring every item reaches its correct destination while maintaining full traceability.

Low maintenance, high uptime

Accessible design and durable parts minimize wear and service time, keeping your sorting process stable and production moving.

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How sorting units work in practice

In practice, items arrive on a conveyor and are identified by sensors or a scanner. The control system assigns a destination and triggers the correct action at the right moment. A diverter pushes to a side exit, or a crossbelt or zipp sorter carries the load and discharges it into the right chute. Operator safety is built into the layout and guarding. Sorting links with upstream or downstream equipment through the line controls, so routing stays accurate and flow remains traceable across shifts. Capacity can be scaled by adding outputs or modules as volumes grow.

Services

Remote support

Our experts are available 24/7 to resolve issues quickly and keep your systems running.

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Preventive maintenance

Planned inspections and adjustments reduce downtime and extend the lifetime of your installation.

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Upgrades & spare parts

We supply original parts and upgrades to keep your system performing at the highest level.

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Lifecycle support

From installation to long-term use, we provide support that adapts to your system’s lifecycle.

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