Smart:System | Next Generation Order Fulfillment Solutions

Bridging the Gap Between Manual Processes & Full Automation


We believe the smartest solution to a problem is usually the simplest one, which is why we designed the Smart:System – an intuitive, competitive solution to streamline warehouse, DC & 3PL logistics and transform almost any store into a highly efficient click and collect location.
The Smart:System combines the Smart:Drive, a compact power assist that is designed to tuck under & instantly hitch with the Smart:Rack, a configurable order fulfillment or restocking cart – creating an ergonomic and drivable solution for market aisle pick and pack, or DC order picking. Whether your strategy is fulfilling from a DC or using your existing infrastructure to deliver goods the last mile, the Smart:System bridges the gap between manual processes and full automation, to optimize your infrastructure and enable efficient order fulfillment.


This cobot system delivers the best of automation and human power, reducing the stress of labor-intensive order picking and creating a streamlined and versatile fulfillment process.




The Smart:Drive

The first of its kind, the Smart:Drive is a multi-use, low profile power drive system. Designed to tuck under and securely hitch with carts and trolleys – The Smart:Drive transforms your fleet of manually propelled carts into powered carts at a fraction of the cost. With instant hitching and fast foot pedal release your team has the ability to ride, drive and guide heavy carts safely and efficiently for effortless materials handling.

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Quick Facts

  • 450 Watt Motor 440 lb (200 kg) Capacity (Optional 650W & 1000W)
  • Attaches to Multiple Flatbeds, Trolleys & Carts
  • Fully Programmable with 0-4.25 mph (0-7 kph) Forward, or 0-2.2 mph (0-3.5 kph) Reverse Operation
  • Quick-Swap Lithium Battery Pack
  • Optional Ride On Sulky
  • Dual Ergonomic Throttle Controls
  • Intuitive Operation & Integrated Safety
  • Instant Hitching & Fast Release Foot Pedal



The Smart:Rack

The Smart:Rack is a high volume order picking & replenishment solution designed to increase the efficiency of order fulfillment and replenishment tasks, while decreaseing the risk of strain related injury. Designed with a heavy duty steel frame, and adjustable shelves, the Smart:Rack is the only pick & pack solution with mid wheel, dual drive maneuverability. The Smart:Rack features include instant hitching, interchangeable rack space & overhead storage.

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Quick Facts

  • Smart:Rack 1500 & 900 Models Available
  • Four High-Capacity Fast-Adjustable Shelves (1.7 m3) of Storage (Smart:Rack 1500)
  • 600 lb Weight Capacity (300kg)
  • Center Guide Wheel for Exceptional Tracking & Maneuverability
  • Built in Bin Storage (Smart:Rack 1500)
  • Guide Wheels Retract Automatically with SD Connection or with Foot Pedal
  • Bi Directional Integrated Hitch System with SD Optional Train Hitch
  • Optional Vertical Storage System


Smart:Drive

The Smart:Drive powers the Smart:System as a multi-use, independent platform. Quality design specifications include a high capacity electric motor rated for 440 lb continuous load, custom transaxle, and a swappable power source. Market-leading safety features include programmable current control, remote operation, keypad lock/unlock, and Automatic Dynamic Braking. When operating independently of the Smart:System, the Smart:Drive is designed to safely maneuver up to 20 flatbed carts or trolleys while increasing flatbed cart return productivity 100%. Available attachments allow the Smart:Drive to push or pull almost any wheeled load, and for further efficiency returns, an optional ride-on platform can be utilized independently or with the Smart:System. When the Smart:Drive is combined with the Smart:Rack, the Smart:System delivers outstanding safety and productivity returns in streamlined order fulfillment.



Drive

Standard walk-behind configuration allows the operator to easily connect to and move carts up to 440 lbs (200 kg). Eliminate the risk of strain related injury and increase productivity instantly

  • 450 Watt Motor 440 lb (200 kg) Capacity
  • Attaches to Multiple Flatbeds, Trolleys & Carts
  • Fully Programmable Speeds From 0-4.25 mph (0-7 kph), 0-2.2 mph (0-3.5 kph) Reverse Operation
  • Quick-Swap Lithium Battery

Ride

The optional sulky attachment allows operator to ride behind the Smart:Drive, reducing fatigue and increasing productivity. Intuitive steering and ergonomic controls make managing carts & trolleys effortless.

  • Dual Ergonomic Throttle Controls on Height Adjustable Handles
  • Quick Attach Sulky Platform
  • Hi Lo Switch for Programmable Speed
  • Auto Hitching with Quick Release Pedal
  • Integrated Safety Features

Customize

The Smart:Drive DC delivers everything you need to power your order fulfillment process; including: monitors, scanners, and printers. Quick-Swap lithium battery packs keep the Smart:Drive DC delivering maximum efficiency 24/7

  • Customize the Smart:Drive to Meet Your Needs
  • Wifi Enabled Monitor, Scanner & Printer
  • Quick-Swap Lithium Batteries (14 Ah, 20 Ah)
  • On-Board Self Diagnostics System & Premium Service Tutorials

Smart:Rack

The Smart:Rack is an ergonomic trolley designed to increase efficiency of order fulfillment and replenishment tasks, while decreasing the risk of strain related injury. Key features include our unique center guide wheel system, that enables a minimum turning radius. The guide wheels automatically disengage when coupled with the Smart:Drive, or they can be manually raised enabling easy positioning via four swivel casters.


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.

  • 64″ x 30″ x 58″ | 660 lb/330 kg Capacity | 60 cu. ft/1.7 cu. m
  • 4 High Capacity, Fast Adjustable Shelves
  • Static Dissipating Casters
  • Center Guide Wheel for Easy Steering & Exceptional Maneuverability
  • Guide Wheels Retract Automatically with SD Connection or with Foot Pedal
  • Integrated Safety Features
  • Bi Directional Integrated Hitch System with SD, Optional Train Hitch
  • Durable Powder Coated Finish
  • Remote Allows Smart:Rack to be Guided from the Front Reducing Pick Time Performance

Smart:Rack 900

The Smart:Rack 900 “Market Hall” is a compact, efficient solution for order fulfillment or replenishment in narrow aisle environments.

  • 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
Highest Quality
  • Heavy-Gauge Powder Coated Steel Frame; Lifetime Frame Warranty

  • 450 Watt Electric Motor & Heavy Duty Gearbox Pushes up to 440lbs (200 kg)

  • CE, N136, UL-Certified SmartCharger, Optional Multi-Battery Charging Station

  • 24 V Lithium Quick Swap Battery Pack, Virtually Eliminates Down Time

  • Patented Burst Mode & Thermal Protection

  • Ergonomic Throttle Control

  • Advanced Safety Features Including Automatic Dynamic Braking & Automatic Parking Brake

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Exceptional Support
  • Dane consistently rated in top 5% of preferred vendors for outstanding service

  • On-board Self Diagnostics System Reduces Service Calls

  • 24/7 Service & Support Dispatch Team & Online Tech Support

  • Extensive Worldwide Network of Trained Service Providers

  • 95% Same-Day Parts Shipping

  • Plug & Play Electronics for Low Maintenance & Easy Service

  • Bar-Coded Components Linked to Serial No. for Fast Part ID & Warranty Fulfillment

  • Comprehensive Maintenance Management Program

  • Complementary Employee Training & Best Practices

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Greatest ROI
  • Increased Productivity & Workplace Safety

  • Reduces Risk of Strain & Injury

  • Unnecessary Service Calls Eliminated

  • Greatest Uptime for Your Smart:Drive

  • Smart:System Immediately Optimizes Existing Warehouse Infrastructure for Streamlined Order Fulfillment & Inventory Management

  • Projected 10-Year Life Cycle Cost is Less Than Average Compensation Claim for One Strain-Related, Lost-Work Injury


Proven Experience: Key to Successful Implementation
Industry leading quality doesn’t stop with the design of our solutions – it extends to product rollout and post-sale support. Whether you own one store or thousands, when you partner with us, we are putting 20 years of experience in tens of thousands of locations to work for you. We work together with you to understand the unique requirements of every site and collaboratively design your rollout strategy. With every sale we provide training materials, certified operators program and best practices guidelines to ensure your team achieves your productivity and safety goals.
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Item Value Description
Ergonomic Thumb-trigger Throttle & Intuitive Guided Steering/td>

Dual right & left handle thumb-trigger throttle, height adjustable handles, effortless steering Ergonomic forward/reverse & intuitive operation
Motor 450 Watt electric motor 440 lbs (200kg) Load rating
Patented Burst Mode & Programmable Current Control Patented feature allows for extra power during start-up Reduced power after start-up; protects drive train, motor & extends battery life & run time
Transaxle Heavy duty, next generation & purpose-built for push/pull power assist Superior bearings & gears to withstand rigor of heavy duty operation
Multi-Mode Operation Manual walk behind, sulky ride on option, & radio mode Ergonomic operational modes allow for almost any load to be managed effectively
Batteries (1) 24 V, 21 A-h Lithium ion quick swap battery pack Quick-Swap battery packs virtually eliminate down time; LED light indicates charge level
Smart Charging System CE, N136, & UL-Certified Smart Charger LED light indicates charging status, optional multi-battery charging station allows multiple battery packs to charge simultaneously
Electronics Plug & play modular electronics, conformal coated molex connectors Easy service & modular repairs, protects against moisture and vibration, easy access to connectors, spades, and lugs, no wire nuts, or soldered connections for easy maintenance
On-Board Self Diagnostics System Coded maintenance & service signals Eliminates unnecessary service trips & ensures the most uptime for your Smart:Drive
Patented Automatic Dynamic Braking System, Emergency Stop, and Parking Brake Unit brakes to a stop when not under acceleration; parking brake automatically engages at rest; emergency Stop Button stops unit immediately Enables safe handling of large loads; prevents unintentional motion due to momentum or slope
Wheels Front: (2) Dual drive wheels 7 in (17 cm) solid knobby tread; Rear: (2) Casters 5 in (12.7 cm) Durable, low Maintenance
Automatic Hitching System Automatic hitching mechanisms attaches Smart:Drive to cart – foot pedal release Fast & effortless attach and detach
Item Value Description
Coded Access Programmable key code required for use Keypad/code restricted access prevents uncontrolled use
Overload Fuse 20 Amp auto-resetting main breaker, 3 Amp controls fuse Protects motor, prevents unit overload, easy reset
Emergency Stop Button Meets international safety standards, Allows operator to stop unit quickly in case of emergency
Patented Automatic Dynamic Braking Automatically decelerates Smart:Drive when not driving forward Increases control of Smart:Drive operation – especially with heavy load
Parking Brake Automatically engages when Smart:Drive stops Increased safety, prevents roll-away
Warning Horn Switch operation Alerts those nearby
Battery Level Indicator Monitors battery charge Allows operator to monitor remaining battery capacity
Protective Handlebar Design Ergonomic handles reduce risk of wrist injury while handlebars protect hands and operational key switch Reduces risk of injury, damage to throttle, and inadvertent operation
Programmable Speeds Manual Mode: Forward: 0 – 2.8 MPH max; Reverse: 0-2.2 MPH max
Radio Mode: Forward (rabbit): 2.6 MPH; Forward (turtle) 1.5 MPH

Allows Smart:Drive to be configured to application & meet workplace safety goals

Accessories & Options:

  • Ride On Sulky Attachment
  • Radio Control Package: Handheld Remote Control (with over 16,000,000 secure codes), Front Guide Handle
  • Styling Package: Personalized Logo, Custom Color (Minimum Quantity Applies)


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Proven Experience: Key to Successful Implementation

Industry leading quality doesn’t stop with the design of our solutions – it extends to product rollout and post-sale support. Whether you manage one site or thousands, when you partner with us, we are putting 20 years of experience in tens of thousands of locations to work for you. We work together with you to understand the unique requirements of every worksite and collaboratively design your rollout strategy. With every sale, we provide training materials, a certified operators program, and best practices guidelines to ensure your team achieves your productivity and safety goals. Contact us to learn more.