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The Automated Rail Turntable is designed for complex rail-guided material handling systems where multiple track directions, limited space, and high automation levels are involved.
As a key node within automated logistics lines, the turntable enables rail vehicles to change direction accurately while maintaining continuous, unmanned operation.
By integrating intelligent control logic and precise positioning technology, the turntable allows rail systems to expand beyond linear layouts, supporting cross-track, loop-track, and multi-branch rail designs without sacrificing stability or efficiency.
This solution is optimized for fully or semi-automated rail transport systems, and can be seamlessly integrated with:
Automated RGV systems
Rail-mounted transfer carts with PLC control
Production line and assembly line logistics
MES / WMS-controlled material flow systems
Conveyor, lift, and robotic workstation interfaces
The turntable supports real-time communication with upstream and downstream equipment, ensuring synchronized movement and accurate docking throughout the production process.
In automated factories and smart manufacturing environments, rail logistics often face the following challenges:
Complex track layouts that are difficult to manage
High risk of positioning deviation during direction switching
Manual intervention disrupting automated workflows
Inefficient utilization of limited floor space
The Automated Rail Turntable addresses these issues by:
Enabling intelligent direction switching under automated control
Ensuring consistent rail alignment and vehicle positioning
Eliminating manual operation at rail intersections
Maximizing layout flexibility within confined spaces
This helps manufacturers achieve higher automation levels, improved throughput, and stable long-term system operation.
Automated Rail Turntables are widely applied in industries with advanced automation requirements, including:
Automotive production and assembly lines
Smart manufacturing and digital factories
Electronics and precision equipment manufacturing
Warehouse automation and distribution systems
Cleanroom and controlled-environment logistics
Battery, energy storage, and new energy production lines
| Parameter Item | Specification Range |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 2 – 80 tons |
| Turntable Diameter | 1500 – 7000 mm |
| Rotation Angle | 90° / 180° / Programmable |
| Positioning Accuracy | ±1 mm |
| Control System | PLC / Industrial PC |
| Automation Level | Semi-automatic / Fully automatic |
| Communication Interface | Profinet / Ethernet / Modbus |
| Drive Type | Electric motor + precision reducer |
| Safety System | Sensors / Interlocks / Emergency stop |
| Installation Mode | Pit-mounted / Floor-mounted |
The Automated Rail Turntable can be customized with a wide range of automation-related options:
Servo-driven rotation system
Absolute encoder for position feedback
Automatic rail locking and release mechanism
HMI touch screen for local control
Integrated safety scanners and sensors
AGV / RGV system communication module
Customized control logic based on production flow
These options allow the turntable to be fully adapted to different automation architectures and operating conditions.
