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The Rail Transfer Turntable is a critical auxiliary device in rail-guided material handling systems, designed to enable multi-directional transfer, track switching, and precise load reorientation within limited industrial spaces.
It is widely used in combination with RGVs, rail transfer carts, and automated track vehicles to connect straight, loop, and intersecting rail layouts.
By rotating the load platform at fixed angles (commonly 90° or 180°), the turntable allows rail vehicles to change travel direction without complex track reconstruction, significantly improving layout flexibility and system efficiency.
Rail Transfer Turntables are suitable for both manual and automated rail systems, and can be seamlessly integrated with:
Rail Guided Vehicles (RGV)
Rail-mounted transfer carts
Heavy-duty electric flat carts
Automated production line logistics systems
Underfloor and embedded rail layouts
The equipment supports synchronized operation with upstream and downstream conveyors, elevators, and robotic stations, making it ideal for intelligent logistics and smart factory environments.
In actual industrial operations, rail systems often face the following challenges:
Limited space restricting straight-line rail expansion
Complex production flows requiring frequent direction changes
Inefficient manual handling at rail intersections
High positioning accuracy required for automated docking
The Rail Transfer Turntable effectively addresses these issues by:
Enabling compact multi-directional rail layouts
Reducing manual intervention at transfer points
Ensuring precise alignment between rails and vehicles
Supporting automated control and system-level coordination
This results in smoother material flow, reduced downtime, and higher overall system reliability.
Rail Transfer Turntables are widely applied across industries requiring stable, heavy-load, and continuous material movement, including:
Automotive and auto parts manufacturing
Metallurgy and steel processing plants
Wind power and heavy equipment assembly
Mold and die handling workshops
Machinery manufacturing factories
Warehousing and distribution centers
Cleanroom and special-environment logistics systems
| Parameter Item | Specification Range |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 1 – 100 tons (customizable) |
| Turntable Diameter | 1200 – 6000 mm |
| Rotation Angle | 90° / 180° / Custom |
| Rotation Accuracy | ±1 mm |
| Drive Mode | Electric motor + reducer |
| Power Supply | Busbar / Cable / Battery |
| Control Mode | Manual / Remote / PLC / Automated |
| Rail Type | Standard steel rail / Custom rail |
| Installation Type | Pit-mounted / Ground-mounted |
| Surface Treatment | Anti-slip plate / Custom coating |
To meet different project requirements, the Rail Transfer Turntable can be equipped with the following options:
Automatic rail alignment and locking mechanism
Position sensors and limit switches
Heavy-duty slewing bearing system
Integrated safety protection system
Explosion-proof motors and electrical components
Communication interface for AGV/RGV system integration
Customized control cabinet and HMI interface
All configurations can be customized based on load capacity, operating environment, and automation level.
