Electromagnetic sorting switch for Automation & Intralogistics

Kendrion develops and produces electromagnetic sorting switches, for example, for overhead conveyors or modern shoe sorter systems, with which the transport direction of the goods is quickly and reliably controlled by setting the appropriate switches.

Electromagnetic sorting switches are polarised rotary solenoids which perform a rotary movement over a defined angle (up to 60°). The start and end positions are held with high holding torque (bistable design). The high rotational speed of up to 10ms is achieved by reversing the polarity of the rotary magnet. Kendrion guarantees a maintenance-free operation of at least 100 million switching cycles.

Pneumatic-free intralogistics

For fast switching or sorting tasks, but also for other logistics tasks such as separating, ejecting, or separating, rotary magnets are the optimum components. In addition to their high dynamics and reliability, rotary actuators offer another significant advantage: the rotary solenoids replace pneumatically operated actuators in the overall solution and allow operation without an air supply.

See how our rotary solenoid series PDM contributes to fast switching and precise sorting in automated sortation systems.

The PDM050 rotary solenoid is the heart of the electromagnetic divert switch

With its specific properties, the bistable rotary solenoids are suitable for use in logistics systems where fast and reliable switching and a strong bistable behaviour are required. The rotary solenoid PDM050 switches the vane in approx. 25 ms., so goods can be sorted quickly and reliably. The PDM rotary solenoid guarantees a lifetime of 100 mio. switching cycles and is the heart of the diverter.

Example of use

Shoe sorter, parcel sorting

Overhead conveying

Postal sorting

High holding force & fast switching time
Energy-saving
High bounce resistance
Easy installation and control

Brochures and Flyers

Flyer | Bistable Rotary Solenoid of the PDM series

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The Kendrion pin brake stops the AGV immediately in the event of a power loss, caused for example by a short circuit or battery failure, by mechanically blocking the wheels.

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