What Is the Expansion Module? How to Scale Chutes 4-5x by Retrofit

The Short Answer

The Expansion Module is a universal add-on for the 3D Series that retrofits directly onto the 3D Sorter to raise chute count 4-5x, supporting 96-2000 chutes, 2500-10000 pcs/h and a 0-45°C environment while lowering deployment cost and lead time.

When You Need the Expansion Module

These scenarios suit expansion:

• Store replenishment and returns drive continuous growth in flows and SKUs.
• Existing chutes are insufficient for new destinations.
• You want low-cost scaling without replacing the base machine.

The Cost Advantage of Scaling

Compared with adding a whole machine, retrofitting an Expansion Module reuses existing equipment and cuts deployment cost and lead time, scaling chutes 4-5x at lower investment — fitting retail, replenishment and reverse-logistics scenarios with continuously growing flows.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions related to this article:

• What do I do when I run out of chutes? Use the Tegene Expansion Module to retrofit directly onto the 3D Sorter, raising chute count 4-5x (up to 96-2000 chutes) for low-cost scaling without replacing the base machine.
• What are the Expansion Module throughput and environment? The Expansion Module supports 2500-10000 pcs/h, 1-24 induction stations, a 0-45°C environment and 99.99% accuracy, with ~7-15 days installation and 3-5 days training.