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The Short Answer
Consider 3D Sorter for small and medium items across multiple orders and destinations; 3D Sorter M for continuous high-throughput sorting and roll-cage collection; 3D Sorter E for complex express/postal items and NC re-sorting; and 3D Sorter X when an existing standard 3D Sorter needs more chutes, subject to its configuration and site conditions.
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Comparing 5 Mainstream Methods
By working principle, parcel fit, throughput and investment, the mainstream methods fall into five types:
- Cross-belt: very high throughput, high investment and footprint; fits large express trunk hubs.
- Slide/tilt-tray: mature, suited to regular boxes; limited flexibility and chute density.
- Wheel diverter: used for merge/divert on conveyors; limited accuracy and chute count.
- AMR goods-to-person: flexible for picking, but sortation throughput and unit cost are less competitive.
- 3D Sorter Series: configurations for small-to-medium multi-destination sorting, high-throughput multi-layer sorting, complex express/postal items and chute expansion, based on business and site requirements.
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Decide Across 4 Dimensions
Do not judge by a single spec. Evaluate these four, then match equipment:
- Parcel type: small/medium, non-conveyable or envelope — decides equipment type (e.g. NC all-in-one for non-conveyables).
- Throughput: average and peak volume — helps decide between 3D Sorter and 3D Sorter M.
- Destinations: number of chutes/destinations — decides chute config and expansion module.
- Budget and payback: model ROI with your labor structure, not just unit price.
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How Tegene 3D Sorter Series Fits
Use the four decision dimensions above to narrow the shortlist, then validate item samples, peak waves, collection methods and interfaces in a site-specific configuration review. Product specifications are a starting point, not a substitute for workflow validation.