PSPS: project

Projekt:
Fast deconsolidation and consolidation of overseas containers using robotics and dynamic load planning methods

A significant portion of sea containers turned over by German harbours is deconsolidated/ consolidated in the harbour. Especially the deconsolidation of consumer goods and textiles, which is done manually, is extensive as a result of the high quantity and of the missing use of pallets. This manual consolidation of bulky goods is complex because of the difficult handling by a fork lift in the container. The first objective of this project is the development of a robot system which deconsolidates inhomogeneous parcels autonomous and fast. The second objective is the development of a stuffer system and a dynamic load planning method for consolidation inhomogeneous goods. As a result of this project, the quality of the process and the turnover of goods will increase. In addition the competitiveness oft german harbours will be straightened.

Manager:
Dr.-Ing. Wolfgang Echelmeyer

Person to contact:
Dipl.-Wi.-Ing. Matthias Burwinkel

Acknowledgement:
BMWi - Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Technologie

Duration:
01.09 2009 bis 31.07 2011