Kloek Pallets chooses combined sorting and repair line from Pallet Sorting Systems

Kloek Pallets chooses combined sorting and repair line from Pallet Sorting Systems

Kloek Pallets, based in Kampen, has chosen to expand its pallet processing capacity and has commissioned Pallet Sorting Systems (PSS) for the fourth time to design and build an automated sorting line combined with a pallet repair line and a Multisorter. This integrated setup connects sorting and repairing in one streamlined process, with efficiency at every step.

Four stackers at the input side

At the front of the line, four inline stackers with outfeed conveyors are installed. These stackers automatically remove the most common approved pallets from the process. This configuration also allows operators to sort specific pallets on demand at the front of the line when they are needed but not readily available in sorted stock.

Eight in-line pallet repair stations

Behind the sorting unit, eight pallet repair stations are integrated in line. Each station is ergonomically designed and supplied with pallets requiring repair via an overhead conveyor. This setup ensures that only damaged pallets reach the repairers, eliminating unnecessary handling. In addition, each workstation is equipped with a side feed so that even when the percentage of repairable pallets is low, the repairers still receive enough pallets to work on.

Behind the repair stations, four inline stackers with outfeed conveyors are placed. These are primarily used for high-volume pallets like Euro pallets, and are designed to divert the most common types, allowing the Multisorters to focus on less frequent pallet types.

Double Multisorter for non-standard pallet sizes

For pallets with non-standard dimensions — such as CP pallets, block pallets, or customer-specific formats — a double Multisorter is installed. This system features 20 drop-off positions and can automatically sort a wide range of pallet types with precision. Its flexible design enables the system to identify, pick up, and stack a variety of pallet formats efficiently.

Special handling for block pallets

For block pallets, two additional stackers are included in the outfeed section. One of these is equipped with a paint spray system that automatically marks the side of the blocks in a specific color. This marking allows for fast and accurate identification during further logistics processing.

Insight with SCADA and the PSS Live App

The entire system is equipped with a SCADA platform, providing real-time insight into line performance. Both total output and individual employee productivity are clearly visualized. This data is also accessible remotely via the PSS Live App, which is especially useful for managers and supervisors who are not always on-site.

This data-driven approach enables continuous process optimization and allows for targeted support and coaching of individual team members.

Ready for Ai4Pallets

This line has already been designed with future expansion towards Ai4Pallets in mind. Thanks to the modular concept, Kloek Pallets can easily add new AI functionalities once they become available. This includes automated sorting based on customer-specific sorting rules or visual quality inspection using smart cameras.

With this new installation, Kloek Pallets is taking a clear step towards process optimization, scalability, and digitalisation. The ongoing collaboration with Pallet Sorting Systems shows how a modular system setup leads to higher efficiency, fewer forklift movements, and greater control over the entire pallet processing operation.