In the era of industrial intelligent development, the field of industrial manufacturing is pursuing higher efficiency, accuracy and reliability in all aspects. As an important link in the field of industrial production, material handling directly affects the smoothness and efficiency of the entire production process. With the rapid development of industry, enterprises in the manufacturing field have more and more demand for handling equipment. This paper will deeply discuss the advantages and disadvantages of trackless transfer cart and traditional rail cart.
1. Trackless transfer cart and traditional rail cart
Trackless transfer cart Meaning: trackless cart is a vehicle that does not need to rely on the track, and can be flexible and free in the line of sight of material transportation. Because it is not bound by tracks, it can move freely in a wider space, enabling efficient and flexible material handling in a variety of environments.
Traditional rail cart meaning: A rail cart is a vehicle that travels on a track. The rail transport cart has a variety of power supply types to choose from, which makes it favored by heavy industry enterprises. It is usually used for fixed route transportation, and can be transported on L-shaped tracks, S-shaped tracks, Y-shaped tracks, and straight lines.
2. Comparison of advantages and disadvantages
Flexibility
Trackless transfer cart: It has a high degree of flexibility. It does not need the restrictions of the track, can travel freely on any flat ground, and can easily adapt to different working environments and handling needs. The trolley can adjust the driving direction and route at any time according to the actual situation, which greatly improves the work efficiency.
Rail cart: Its flexibility is very limited. Because the rail car needs to work on the already laid track, it can not arbitrarily change the transportation route, once the layout of the factory workshop is adjusted, or the temporary need to change the route, it will face relatively big problems. If a new route is needed, then a new track needs to be laid.
Installation and maintenance
Trackless transfer cart: trackless carts do not need to lay track, suppliers generally provide finished vehicles, to the work site can be used. Save installation time and track costs, for some temporary projects or limited sites, trackless transfer vehicles are a great advantage; In terms of maintenance, it is mainly the maintenance and maintenance of the components of the vehicle itself, such as: batteries, motors and tires.
Rail cart: It is necessary to invest money and time in the early stage to lay the track. This includes track materials, installation costs, and alterations to the ground. Track installation requires professional technology and equipment, and construction is more complicated. Maintenance difficulties: You need to check and maintain the track regularly to ensure the safe passage of transportation. If the track is worn or deformed, timely maintenance is required.
Carrying capacity
Trackless transfer cart: Because there is no track support, the carrying capacity of the trackless transfer car is not as good as that of the traditional rail car. For heavy goods, the trolley needs to choose more power, which will increase the cost.
Rail cart: Tracks are designed to better distribute weight and can carry heavier loads. In heavy machinery manufacturing enterprises, mines, steel mills and other places, traditional rail carts can easily transport large machinery and equipment or other heavy materials.
Stability
Trackless transfer cart: In the process of driving, the trackless cart will be affected by uneven ground, obstacles, bumps, shaking and other situations. Slightly less stable.
Rail cart: Because it is fixed on the track, there will be no deviation and shaking. Its operation stability is high.
Cost
Trackless transfer cart: For large table, bearing vehicles, the cost is high. And the battery life is limited, for long-distance transportation, may need to be equipped with multiple sets of batteries, increasing the cost.
Rail cart: Low cost, there are a variety of power supply options. The later need to maintain and maintain the track and the car's power system, operating costs will increase slightly.
Contrast of differences
Infrastructure: trackless carts do not need to lay track and other infrastructure, in the concrete pavement, epoxy ground pavement, etc., as long as it is flat road, it can be smoothly transported. Rail cars need to lay track first, the process is relatively cumbersome, involving land and material costs.
3. Application Scope
Trackless transfer carts are suitable for a variety of terrains and environments, including indoor and outdoor, flat and slightly uneven surfaces. It is especially suitable for occasions where flexible handling of materials is required. For example, steel processing plants need to transport steel between workshops and warehouses; The traditional rail car, the terrain requirements are relatively high, can only run on the track. It is more suitable for occasions where there are strict requirements on the path, handling heavy materials, and frequent transportation. For example: steel plant, aluminum coil plant, frequent transport coil; Mold factory, automobile factory, frequent transportation of heavy mold, etc.
4. Conclusion
With its high efficiency and flexibility, high degree of automation, space saving, environmental protection and energy saving, the trackless transfer cart is playing an increasingly important role in the field of modern logistics and transportation. The traditional rail cart has the advantages of large volume, good stability and mature technology, and still has an irreplaceable position in specific fields and occasions. The choice of transportation mode needs to be determined according to the specific material handling needs and transportation environment.
