Application — Warehouse Automation

Brushless Motor For Warehouse Automation And Logistics.

Modern warehouse automation runs around the clock and demands motors that can keep pace without unscheduled downtime. A brushless DC motor eliminates brush wear that would otherwise require frequent replacement in high-cycle logistics equipment, provides precise speed and position control for accurate goods handling and operates efficiently enough to extend battery runtime in autonomous vehicles. Shenghe builds BLDC motors and gear motors for AS/RS systems, shuttle carts, sorting robots and pallet movers.

  • 24V / 48V DC for AGV and fixed automation
  • 200W — 2000W rated power range
  • Encoder feedback for positioning accuracy
  • Planetary or worm gearbox options
Why BLDC For Warehouse Automation

Meeting The Demands Of 24/7 Logistics Operations

  • No brush wear enables 20,000+ hour continuous duty without motor service
  • 90-94% efficiency reduces energy cost and heat in enclosed equipment
  • Precise speed control via encoder feedback for accurate pick-and-place
  • Fast dynamic response for rapid acceleration and deceleration cycles
  • Quiet operation below 50 dB suits warehouse environments near workers
  • Compact size fits inside shuttle carts, robot chassis and conveyor rollers

Typical Warehouse Motor Spec Range

ParameterRange
VoltageDC 24V / 48V
Rated power200 W — 2000 W
Motor speed1500 — 4000 RPM
Gear ratio5:1 — 100:1 (planetary or worm)
Output torque5 Nm — 200 Nm
ProtectionIP44 / IP54
FeedbackIncremental encoder (1000-2500 PPR)
CommunicationCANopen / RS-485 via controller

Typical Warehouse Automation Use Cases

  • AS/RS stacker cranes: Travel and lift axis drive for automated storage and retrieval systems
  • Shuttle carts: Wheel drive motor for rail-guided pallet and tote shuttles in multi-deep racking
  • Pallet movers: Traction motor for autonomous pallet jacks and tuggers
  • Sorting robots: Wheel and diverter drive for high-speed parcel and package sorting
  • Pick-and-place modules: Multi-axis motor for robotic arm joints and linear actuators
  • Conveyor rollers: Motorised roller drive replacing belt-driven conveyors for zone control

Reliability And Integration Details For Logistics

  • S1 continuous duty: Rated for 24/7 operation without thermal derating at ambient up to 40 C
  • Low-backlash gearbox: Precision planetary gears for repeatable positioning in pick-and-place
  • CANopen DS402: Controller supports standardised motion profile for PLC integration
  • Quick-change connector: Tool-free motor replacement minimises maintenance downtime
  • EMC compliance: Meets EN 61000 for operation near warehouse control electronics
  • Operating temperature: -10 C to +50 C covers unheated and cooled warehouse environments

Motor For Your Warehouse System?

Send payload weight, travel speed, duty cycle and communication protocol. We recommend a motor-gearbox-encoder assembly and quote within one working day. Or request the catalog to compare the full automation drive range.