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Industrial Grade Solutions Built for Heavy Duty Material Handling
The AMRs, PowerPal, M3i, and Smart System devices by Dane seamlessly integrate into workplaces, reducing material handling risks and enhancing productivity. The Smart Drive accelerates order picking, and when paired with the Smart Rack, it enables integrated pick & pack operations. These solutions are used globally in warehouses, distribution centers, and e-commerce fulfillment centers, ensuring safe and efficient transport of various loads. Ergonomic designs and advanced technologies make these series ideal for moving heavy wheeled loads.
Autonomous Mobile Robots
The Autonomous Mobile Robots enhance efficiency, reliability, and precision.
Dane Technologies is a leader in creatively addressing automation, ergonomic and logistic challenges in the workplace through innovative Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)
Autonomous Inventory Robot (AiR)
Along with our software partner Bain Corp, Dane AiR revolutionizes retail and distribution center workplaces with advanced robotics and AI, boosting productivity and efficiency. With 37,000+ robots deployed coving 250 billion square feet, Dane AiR and BrainOS® lead in commercial public spaces. Its real-time data and innovative features enhance decision-making and operational oversight, ensuring a strong ROI. Embrace Dane AiR and BrainOS® for intelligent automation, reduced overhead, and transformative operational efficiency.
Quick Facts
- Enhanced productivity and efficiency
- Real-time inventory insights
- Reduced overhead costs
- Remote route generation and optimization
- Nimble and agile navigation
AutoDelivery Robot (ADR)
ADRs are designed for dynamic facilities needing flexible, easy-to-deploy solutions. These robots operate autonomously with obstacle avoidance capabilities, seamlessly integrating into workflows alongside human workers and existing equipment. They offer cost-effective deployment and are adaptable for various tasks, making them a valuable tool to enhance operational efficiency and responsiveness in modern warehouse environments.
Quick Facts
- Autonomous navigation with advanced sensors
- Customizable payload options for versatility
- Seamless integration with existing systems
- Scalable deployment across large facilities
- Eco-friendly operation with rechargeable batteries
Vision Guided Vehicle (VGV) Tug
Easily implement autonomous technology by driving the VGV manually while the camera-based Co-Pilot system maps the environment, learning routes and waypoints. This creates a flexible, cost-effective VGV, eliminating traditional autonomous vehicle setup costs.
Quick Facts
- Self-Learns: Maps, Routes, & Waypoints
- Recognizes & Responds to People & Environment
- Automatic & Continuous Mapping System
- Touchscreen Interface Creates & Selects Routes
- Instant Transition Between Manual & Autonomous Modes
- Multiple Hitch Options
The Smart:System
The Smart:System series boosts productivity, safety, and maneuverability.
Smart:Drive
Introducing the Smart:Drive, a groundbreaking multi-use power drive system. Its low-profile design fits snugly under carts and trolleys, transforming manually propelled carts into powered ones at a fraction of the cost. The Smart:Drive offers instant hitching and a quick foot pedal release, enabling your team to ride, drive, and guide heavy carts safely and efficiently, making materials handling effortless.
Quick Facts
- 450 Watt Motor 440 lb (200 kg) Capacity (Optional 650W & 1000W)
- Attaches to Multiple Flatbeds, Trolleys & Carts
- Programmable 0-4.25 mph (0-7 kph) Forward, 0-2.2 mph (0-3.5 kph) Reverse Operation
- Quick-Swap Lithium Battery Pack
- Optional Ride On Sulky
- Dual Ergonomic Throttle Controls
- Instant Hitching & Fast Release Foot Pedal
Smart:Rack 900
The Smart:Rack 900 “Market Hall” is a compact, efficient solution for order fulfillment or replenishment in narrow aisle environments. Designed to instantly hitch with the Smart:Drive, the Smart:Rack 900 transforms into a drivable/ride-on powered cart, optimized for order picking and fulfillment logistics.
Quick Facts
- Smart:Rack 900: 36″ x 24″| 600 lb/300 kg Capacity| 28.5 cu ft./.82 meters
- 4 Fast-Adjustable Shelves
- Static Dissipating Casters
- Optional Vertical Rack Divider
- Optional Tiller Handle
- Optional Document/Clipboard Holder
- Optional Vertical Storage System
Smart:Rack 1500
The Smart:Rack 1500 is our large order picking and replenishment solution for use in warehouses & distribution centers. Unique center guide wheels deliver exceptional maneuverability and ergonomics for streamlined order fulfillment. Designed to instantly hitch with the Smart:Drive, the Smart:Rack 1500 transforms into a driveable/ride-on powered cart optimized for order picking and fulfillment logistics.
Quick Facts
- Smart:Rack 1500: 64″ x 30″ x 58″ | 660 lb/330 kg Capacity | 60 cu. ft/1.7 cu. m
- 4 High Capacity, Fast Adjustable Shelves
- Guide Wheels Retract Automatically with Smart:Drive Connection or with Foot Pedal
- Bi-Directional Integrated Hitch System with SD, Optional Train Hitch
PowerPal Series
The PowerPal series delivers superior performance, enhanced safety, and seamless mobility.
PowerPal Cart Mover (CM)
The PowerPal CM is rated for 18,400 lb (8,354 kg) and designed to pull industrial grade carts–increasing productivity, and reducing risk in the workplace. Tow trailers, roll cages, CC carts or anything on wheels without risk of strain or injury. Compact design, tiller steering and wide range of hitch options make the PowerPal Cart Mover the most flexible power pusher on the market.
Quick Facts
- 1.38 HP motor; 18,400 lb (8,354 kg) capacity
- Tiller Steering w/Optional Dual Mode
- Multiple battery & Hitch Options
- Ergonomic Design Prevents Injury
- Advanced Safety Features Including Automatic Dynamic Braking
PowerPal Cart Mover (CM) HD
The PowerPal CM HD includes heavy duty upgrades & design features. Powered by a 1.75 HP motor, the PowerPal CM HD is rated to tow carts up to 20,000 lb (9,080 kg). Housed in a heavy-duty powder-coated steel body, the CM HD offers tiller steering with optional dual-mode control and 16 in. knobby-tread tires, for moving heavy vehicles, carts, or trailers.
Quick Facts
- 1.75 HP motor; 20,000 lb (9,080 kg) capacity
- Tiller Steering w/Optional Dual Mode
- Multiple battery & Hitch Options
- Ergonomic Design Prevents Injury
- Advanced Safety Features Including Automatic Dynamic Braking
M3i Series
The M3i Series efficiently moves heavy loads with ergonomic design and power-assisted strength.
M3i & M3i5
The M3i is ergonomically designed to increase capacity and minimize strain to the operator. The M3i platform allows for an optional 5th-wheel hitch package, the M3i5. Combining a 1.38 HP motor rated for pulling capacity of 18,400 lb (8,354 kg), a heavy-duty powder coated steel frame, and best in class controls and electronics the M3i and M3i5 deliver maximum control in moving large items and remarkable productivity and safety returns.
Quick Facts
- 1.28 HP motor; 18,400 lb (8,354 kg) capacity
- Optional 5th-Wheel Hitch for Maximum Control (M3i5)
- Solid-Swivel Caster Steering
- Multiple battery & Hitch Options
- Ergonomic Design Prevents Injury
- Advanced Safety Features Including Automatic Dynamic Braking
M3i & M3i5 HD
The M3i HD is the heavy-duty upgrade to the M3i. Combining a 1.75 HP motor rated to push/pull 20,000 lb (9,080 kg), 16 in knobby tread tires, a heavy-duty powder coated steel frame, and best in class controls and electronics, the M3i HD offers outstanding safety and productivity gains in a variety of workplaces. The M3i HD also allows for the 5th-wheel hitch package, the M3i5 HD for precise maneuvering of heavy wheeled loads.
Quick Facts
- 1.75 HP motor; 20,000 lb (9,080 kg) capacity
- Optional 5th-Wheel Hitch for Maximum Control (M3i5)
- Solid-Swivel Caster Steering
- Multiple battery & Hitch Options
- Ergonomic Design Prevents Injury
- Advanced Safety Features Including Automatic Dynamic Braking
Solving Challenges Strategically for Distribution Centers
e-Commerce Growth
Worldwide e-commerce sales are projected to reach $3.7 trillion by 2020, growing five times faster than conventional retail. The traditional brick-and-mortar support model is rapidly evolving to meet the supply chain demands of e-commerce. Whether fulfilling from a distribution center or using existing infrastructure for last-mile delivery, Dane’s solutions bridge the gap between manual processes and full automation. We create flexible infrastructure, efficient pick and pack systems, and mobilize workforces in order fulfillment and distribution centers.
New Models for Existing Infrastructure
The U.S. has added an average of 178 million square feet of distribution center space annually for the past 40 years. However, this infrastructure is not optimized for the rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape. With 92% of U.S. retailers selling online, both brick-and-mortar stores and distribution centers need efficient pick and pack order fulfillment and direct-to-consumer shipping. Fully robotic systems are costly and risky to implement. Success in the e-marketplace depends on adopting a hybrid model that integrates with existing infrastructure, optimizing it for efficient and flexible order fulfillment at a lower cost.
Efficient Pick & Pack
For e-commerce businesses, speed and accuracy in order fulfillment are crucial for consumer loyalty. As online shopping grows, traditional warehousing models will struggle to meet these demands. Distribution centers that implement a flexible, robust pick-and-pack system responsive to individual consumer needs and market demand will gain a competitive edge and increased market share. This requires solutions that deliver efficiency for single-item orders as well as bulk shipments. Whether it’s brick-and-mortar retailers incorporating in-store pickup of online purchases or distribution centers managing large-scale e-commerce fulfillment, the key is a simple, flexible, and easily integrated smart solution.
Mobilized Workforce
E-commerce distribution requires 3-5 times more employees than traditional warehouses, needing optimized coordination, efficiency, and safety. Click and collect, and pick and pack methods demand individualized sorting, packing, and shipping. Efficient order fulfillment needs employees to work independently within smart systems, using multi-purpose sorting technology to boost capacity and collection rates. Rapid fulfillment presents safety challenges, especially for an aging workforce at risk of repetitive-motion injuries. Leaders must coordinate, optimize, and protect their workforce to stay competitive as e-commerce grows.
Ergonomic Power Assist Devices
Our PowerPal, M3i, and QuicKLEEN series enhance safety and productivity in distribution centers. These solutions minimize strain-related injuries and streamline material handling tasks.
Smart Order Fulfillment
The Smart:Drive and Smart:Rack are key components of the Smart:System, designed to enhance order picking and restocking efficiency. The Smart:Drive offers a compact power assist for store environments, while the Smart:Rack provides a configurable cart for order fulfillment and restocking.
Efficient Cleaning Solutions
The QuicKLEEN series provides a multi-modal janitorial cart for large spaces, enhancing cleaning efficiency and reducing labor strain. Ideal for warehouses, factories, and high-traffic environments.
Advanced Safety Features
Dane Technologies integrates state-of-the-art safety features, such as Automatic Dynamic Braking and ergonomic controls, ensuring the highest standards of workplace safety and efficiency.
Contact Our Team
You want a safe, efficient workplace. At Dane Technologies, we are committed to helping you achieve that goal. Industry-leading quality doesn’t stop with the design of our solutions – it extends to product rollout and post-sale support. With that kind of commitment, it’s no wonder that Dane is consistently rated by our clients in the top 5% of preferred vendors for outstanding service.
