For manufacturing plants that rely on a steady influx of raw tubular materials, the warehouse is not just a storage space—it is the heartbeat of production. Delays in retrieving specific pipe diameters or lengths can halt production lines, costing thousands in idle time. The Herochu Automatic tube warehouse is designed to synchronize storage with production schedules, offering a seamless interface between raw material intake and the factory floor. This system integrates loading and unloading gantry systems with intelligent racking to create a continuous flow of materials.
Throughput and Efficiency
The primary metric for any Automatic tube warehouse is its ability to deliver materials when needed. The Herochu system achieves a consistent throughput of 15–20 picks per hour. While this number might seem specific, it represents a highly reliable rhythm for heavy industry. In a manual environment, retrieving a 5-tonne bundle of pipes from the back of a stack might take 30 minutes of maneuvering. With Herochu, the gantry retrieves the load directly from its coordinates and delivers it to the outlet station.
The system’s dimensions—available in widths of 6015mm, 6020mm, and 6025mm—are engineered to accommodate standard industrial bar lengths (typically around 12 meters). By optimizing the width and depth of the storage lanes, Herochu ensures that tubes are supported correctly along their length, preventing sagging or deformation that can occur in improper storage conditions. The Automatic tube warehouse effectively doubles or triples the storage density per square meter compared to standard racking, freeing up valuable floor space for value-added manufacturing processes.
Safety and Automation
Safety is a critical component of the Herochu Automatic tube warehouse. By removing forklifts from the immediate storage area, the risk of accidents is drastically reduced. The gantry system operates within a confined, controlled environment. The chain drive mechanism ensures that heavy loads are moved smoothly, without the jerking motions associated with hydraulic lifts. Furthermore, the system’s ability to handle loads of up to 5 tonnes per layer means that even the heaviest industrial tubes can be stored safely without overloading the structural integrity of the rack. For facility managers, this translates to lower insurance premiums, reduced liability, and a safer working environment for all personnel.
