In traditional workshops, operators spend significant time manually searching through stacked plates, moving material around with forklifts, risking sheet damage, and leaving high-value machinery idle. The IMS system eliminates that hidden cost by turning your raw material inventory into a smart, high-density automated vault. Using PLC control and a touchscreen interface, operators simply select the required sheet, and the system retrieves it automatically — safely, accurately, and without physical labour.

Centralised & Intelligent Control
All materials are stored within a single automated structure, replacing scattered floor stacks with an organised, digital inventory. Automatic warehousing, retrieval, and onboard weight detection ensure sheets are stored safely and efficiently. The integrated control system allows classification by thickness, grade, material type, or job number, giving you real-time visibility and complete confidence in your inventory.

Engineered for Precision & Longevity
A heavy-duty linear guide and chain-drive system ensures smooth and precise movement under full load. With 3-tonne and 5-tonne per-layer options, high-strength steel construction, and engineered low-deflection pallets rated at 667 kg/m², the IMS system is built to operate reliably for decades.

Customised for Your Workshop
Every factory is different, which is why the IMS system is fully customisable. Choose floor height, number of pallets, load rating, and sheet sizes — from 3015 mm up to 6020 mm and beyond. The system can be adapted for steel, aluminium, stainless, non-ferrous metals, or delicate materials requiring specialised support.

A Tangible, Measurable Advantage
The 3015 model occupies just 4.8 × 4.8 m (approx. 23 m²), consolidating up to eight different sheet sizes into one compact footprint. This reclaimed floor space can be used for an additional laser, bending cell, or improved workflow layout — without expanding your building.

One-person operation eliminates the need for continuous forklift work, reduces labour costs, and supports the transition toward lights-out or semi-autonomous manufacturing cells. Integration with laser cutters, punch presses, and automated loading systems transforms your workshop into a connected, uninterrupted production line.

Who It’s Designed For

The IMS Automated Sheet Metal Storage System is ideal for manufacturers who:

• Need to expand capacity without building extensions
• Handle multiple material types across small-batch or high-mix production
• Want to reduce forklift use and improve safety
• Are building automated processing cells or pursuing lights-out manufacturing
• Require perfect sheet condition for high-value work (aerospace, automotive, architectural steel, aluminium fabrication)

This system is an investment in long-term efficiency, safety, and growth — a foundation for the smart factory of the future.

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Double Tower

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Connect to Laser Cutting Machine – Fully Automatic Loading / Unloading and Storage

Maximise storage efficiency, improve safety, and save valuable floor space with IMS innovative roll-out cantilever racking system. Purpose-built for long products such as pipes, bar stock, tubes, angle iron, and mandrels, these racks transform disorganised storage areas into streamlined, operator-friendly workspaces.

Why Choose IMS Telescopic Racks?

• Certified & Durable – CE, UE, and ISO 9001 certified for heavy industrial use
• Roll-Out Access – Shelves extend fully into the aisle for 100% accessibility
• Space Saving – No wide forklift aisles needed; maximise cubic storage density
• Safer Handling – Reduce manual lifting risks with operator-to-material design
• Rapid ROI – Faster retrieval, improved workflow, less damage, and waste

Engineered for Heavy Loads

• Load capacity: up to 5,000 kg (5 tonnes) per layer
• Maximum rack load: over 40 tonnes
• Welded steel structure ensures zero deflection under load
• PLC-controlled operation with smooth, cushioned movement

Flexible & Customisable

• Single- or double-sided units available
• Adjustable arms for different material diameters
• Custom lengths (3m–12m+), heights, load ratings, and layer configurations
• Optional trays for cut-offs and small stock pieces

Traditional storage of pipes and profiles is slow, labour-intensive, and prone to error. The IMS Automatic Long Products Rack System delivers a transformative, fully automated solution for high-volume industrial environments.

• Maximise storage density with vertical high-capacity racks
• Accelerate throughput with automated loading/unloading
• Eliminate manual handling risks, improving workplace safety
• Enhance inventory accuracy with integrated controls

Key Features & Benefits

⚙ Advanced Automation

• Automated gantry loading/unloading system runs on linear guide rails with chain drive
• High-speed operation: 9m/min vertical lift, 12m/min horizontal movement
• Fully automated retrieval – no manual lifting or searching

📐 Flexible & Scalable

• Customisable layout and dimensions to fit your warehouse
• Grid size: 600mm × 500mm, tailored to your material sizes
• Store pipes, tubes, profiles, or bundled materials
• Expandable number of layers and storage grids as demand grows

🏗 Heavy-Duty Engineering

• Load capacity: 3 tons per grid
• Industrial-grade structure for 24/7 operation
• CE, UE & ISO 9001 certified for safety and compliance
• Secure material frames and reinforced design prevent product damage

Technical Specifications

Why Choose IMS?

• Certified quality: CE, UE & ISO 9001
• Labour savings: Reduce handling costs & operator fatigue
• Improved safety: Remove manual lifting of heavy profiles
• Faster throughput: Rapid material supply to cutting, bending & assembly lines
• Future-proof design: Expandable system grows with your business

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Key Features & Benefits:

• Electric-powered system – reduces manual handling and increases safety
• Tilted cantilever arms (2°–4°) – prevents material scattering and ensures secure placement
• Reinforced arm ends & base retainers – prevents goods from rolling or falling
• Heavy-duty bracing & extended base – superior stability under heavy loads
• Customisable configurations – single or double-sided, 4–12 adjustable layers
• Load capacity: 3–8 tons per layer
• Storage sizes: 3000 × 1500 mm or 6000 × 1500 mm (Customisable)
• Height range: 5–15 metres
• Colour options: Standard Blue & Orange or customised finishes

Why Choose IMS?

• CE, UE & ISO 9001 certified manufacturing
• Proven heavy-duty design with premium Grade 8.8 fasteners
• Custom-built solutions to suit your workshop layout
• Backed by IMS service and support across Australia & NZ

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Ideal for laser cutting and other sheet processing applications, the gantry manipulator boosts throughput, reduces manual handling, and cuts labour costs. Compact and durable, it is well-suited for high-volume production environments where reliability and efficiency are critical.

Key Benefits

• Fully automated sheet handling – loads and unloads without manual intervention
• Higher productivity – integrates directly with laser cutting machines for faster workflows
• Reduced costs – lowers labour requirements and handling delays
• Safe & reliable – designed for continuous heavy-duty operation

Specifications

• Sheet sizes: 3015 / 4015 / 4020 / 6015 / 6020 / 6025 mm
• Maximum load capacity: 300–1000 kg
• Air consumption: 1.5 m³/min
• Air source: 0.6–0.7 Mpa

]]> https://www.industrialmachinery.net.au/machine/ims-loading-compound-servo/ Mon, 18 Aug 2025 07:08:56 +0000 https://www.industrialmachinery.net.au/?post_type=product&p=8595 High-speed compound servo swing arm with multi-servo control for fully automated sheet loading/unloading up to 1000 kg – built for high-volume production.

Perfect for small sheets, scattered pieces, large scraps, leftovers, semi-finished sheets, or any special storage requirements, these racks help protect valuable materials from damage while improving overall workshop safety and efficiency.

Main Features

• Full visibility for quick and accurate material selection
• 100% roll-out sliding units for easy access
• Load capacity up to 700 kg per roll-out unit
• Single-person operation saves time and reduces labour
• 3° slant prevents slipping and secures materials
• Saves floor space and keeps workshops organised
• Available in front-back or left-right configurations

Built with forklift access as a core feature, each pallet is fitted with precision-positioned sleepers, creating clear channels for forklift tines. Operators can load or unload sheets quickly and accurately without the risks associated with manual lifting or unbalanced sheet stacks. The result is safer handling, reduced labour effort, and dramatically improved material-flow efficiency.

Designed for modern metal-processing environments—including fabrication shops, manufacturers, distribution centres, and construction workshops—the IMS system increases storage density by utilising vertical space, enabling up to 12 layers of sheet storage in a compact footprint. Each layer is engineered to handle heavy plate materials and is supported by a durable, powder-coated steel frame built for harsh industrial conditions.

Whether storing 2000 × 1000 mm plates or larger 3000 × 1500 mm sheets, the system accommodates a wide range of sheet sizes and thicknesses. Its drawer-style structure, classified layout, and forklift-ready design enable fast retrieval and accurate inventory organisation—helping reduce downtime and prevent sheet damage during handling.

Fully customisable, the IMS High-Density Metal Storage System can be configured to your workshop’s unique requirements—layer count, spacing, load rating, and sheet dimensions. It is the ideal solution for businesses seeking to improve capacity, increase safety, and streamline their material-handling process.

Key Features

• Forklift-Accessible Design – Integrated sleepers guide forklift tines for safe, simple loading and unloading.
• High-Density Storage – Utilise vertical space with 8–12 storage layers.
• Efficient Material Handling – Quick access to sorted, classified sheets boosts daily workflow.
• Heavy-Duty Construction – Engineered for up to 2 tonnes per layer, built with reinforced steel.
• Durable Finish – Powder-coated for corrosion and scratch resistance in demanding environments.
• Organised Inventory Management – Store by size, grade, material type or job.
• Versatile Sheet Compatibility – Fits 2000 × 1000 mm to 3000 × 1500 mm sheets (larger custom options available).
• Customisable System – Adjustable layer spacing, sheet size, load rating and layout.