Laundry — Sorting

Comp-U-Sort Systems

Operation

Let's look at how today's leading automated conveyor system works.

From the finishing tunnel, each garment is fed into the first sort loading station where it is automatically scanned and loaded onto a Single Latch Comp-U-Sort for initial (batch or route) sorting. The system's scanner can be programmed to read bar codes, radio frequency identifiers or laser paint thread. Once scanned, each garment's identity and location are continuously monitored from start to finish. The system can handle the output of multiple finishing tunnels, and is capable of sorting over 5,000 pieces per hour without an operator.

Garments for each batch are automatically discharged onto an overhead storage system such as gravity feed rails, or the White Power Storage Rails. The PSR is superior to gravity rails because it ensures that garments aren't crushed and open work space is available underneath. The PSRs can be installed in rooms with as little as a 12' ceiling and still provide open floor space.

On demand, the PSRs off-load their sorted garments onto a Contin-U-Veyor which takes them to a Five Latch Comp-U-Sort. This final sort combines route, account, man and garment type in one non-linear process. The patented Comp-U-Sort technology, which includes a powerful and flexible database system, completes the final sort quickly with all garments in perfect order, ready for tie out and delivery to your customers.

If route storage is necessary, the garments may be moved on a Contin-U-Veyor to a route holding area, again by using overhead PSRs. Clear floor space is available for other work activities. Another Contin-U-Veyor would then deliver the garments directly to your loading dock.