In today’s high-speed, high-volume fulfillment environment, automation is no longer a luxury — it’s a necessity. With the rise of e-commerce, next-day shipping expectations, and increasing SKU diversity, efficient sortation is at the heart of every successful distribution center. That’s where sortation conveyors come into play.
At PeakLogix, we combine deep industry knowledge with strong strategic partnerships — including with EuroSort, a global leader in sortation technology — to design and implement tailor-fit sortation systems that boost throughput, accuracy, and ROI. This guide breaks down the major types of sorter conveyor systems from EuroSort and helps you determine which is right for your application, whether you’re sorting 500 or 50,000 items per hour.
Why Choose EuroSort Systems?
EuroSort’s sortation technology is engineered for flexibility, efficiency, and precision. Across all models, common benefits include:
- Modular construction for easy layout changes and expansions
- Quiet operation with noise levels under 70 dB
- Safe manual induction with tightly spaced trays and guarded designs
- No-weld framework for fast installation and superior modularity
- Tightest discharge pitch in the industry for more destinations in less space
- Gentle product handling, ideal for fragile or irregular items
- Support for unbagged/loose items, reducing packaging needs and waste
- Cost-effective design for high ROI and scalable automation
These features enable PeakLogix and EuroSort to deliver systems that adapt as your business grows — from high-speed pharmaceutical lines to fashion fulfillment, postal distribution, and everything in between.
Overview of EuroSort Sortation Systems
Below is a breakdown of the most popular EuroSort sorters, categorized by throughput, product compatibility, and best-use cases.
1. Push Bar Sorter
- Throughput: Up to 4,000 items/hour
- Product Range: Business cards to 37” x 24” cartons; 10g to 50 lbs
- Applications: Footwear, electronics, polybags, parcels
- Ideal For: Affordable, linear sortation in operations looking to automate manual processes
Key Feature: Precise bi-directional push-bar diverts into tight discharge spaces — perfect for mixed-size items or operations with space constraints.
2. Sweeper Sorter
- Throughput: Up to 7,200 items/hour
- Product Range: 1” x 1” to 15.7” x 13.7”; up to 5.5 lbs
- Applications: Polybags, pharmaceuticals, jewelry, small electronics
- Ideal For: High-speed sortation of small lightweight items
Key Feature: Bi-directional paddle system with no need to reset, allowing dense item induction and rapid throughput. Widely used by top pharmacy distributors in North America.
3. Cross Tray Sorter
- Throughput: 3,000–17,000 trays/hour
- Product Range: 1.5” x 1.5” to 23.6” x 31.5”; up to 50 lbs
- Applications: Books, fashion, parcels, shoe boxes, sportswear
- Ideal For: Medium-to-high-volume applications with a wide product mix
Key Feature: Unique tray design ensures items stay in place around curves; mechanical divert eliminates costly carrier motors.
4. Push Tray Sorter
- Throughput: Up to 24,000 items/hour
- Product Range: Microwaves to gift cards; up to 50 lbs per carrier
- Applications: Apparel, boxed goods, loose items
- Ideal For: Flexible operations needing to sort small and large items on the same machine
Key Feature: “If it fits, it sorts” design with robust push diverts, suitable for mixed SKU environments.
5. Single Split Tray Sorter
- Throughput: 3,000–17,000 trays/hour
- Product Range: 1.5” x 1.5” to 19” x 21.5”; up to 25 lbs
- Applications: Loose apparel, jewelry, polybags, bottles
- Ideal For: High-accuracy sortation of non-conveyable or odd-shaped items
Key Feature: Patented flat-drop technology ensures gentle, flat discharge to reduce pack-out handling and product damage.
6. Dual Split Tray Sorter
- Throughput: 8,000–34,000 trays/hour
- Product Range: 1.5” x 1.5” to 14.5” x 37”; up to 15 lbs
- Applications: Apparel, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods
- Ideal For: Maximizing throughput in the same footprint
Key Feature: Two independently functioning trays per carrier — double the throughput of standard bomb-bay sorters without increasing system size.
7. Quad Tilt Tray Sorter
- Throughput: 15,000–69,000 trays/hour
- Product Range: 1.5” x 1.5” to 8” x 10”; up to 2 lbs
- Applications: Jewelry, cosmetics, small accessories, pharmaceuticals
- Ideal For: Ultra-high-speed sortation of lightweight, high-value items
Key Feature: Four independently controlled tilt trays allow for unprecedented throughput without compromising gentle handling or accuracy.
Choosing the Right Sortation System
When evaluating which sorter is right for your operation, consider the following:
1. Throughput Requirements
- Smaller operations may only require 3,000–7,000 items/hour, making push bar or sweeper sorters ideal.
- Larger facilities handling 15,000+ items/hour benefit from split trays, push trays, or quad tilt systems.
2. Product Types and Sizes
- For small and fragile items like pharmaceuticals or jewelry, look to the Sweeper or Quad Tilt Tray Sorter.
- For mixed cartons and polybags, Push Tray or Cross Tray sorters offer maximum versatility.
- For non-conveyables, Single and Dual Split Trays ensure gentle handling and accurate discharge.
3. Space Constraints
- EuroSort’s tight discharge pitch and modular no-weld framework mean more throughput and destinations can fit into compact layouts.
4. Budget and Scalability
- Modular construction across all systems allows for upgrades, reconfigurations, and future growth without full system replacements.
- Simple mechanics (especially mechanical diverts) reduce cost and maintenance while maintaining performance.
PeakLogix + EuroSort: A Strategic Partnership
At PeakLogix, we don’t just install sorters — we deliver complete, integrated solutions. Our team collaborates closely with clients to assess operational goals, space constraints, throughput requirements, and product handling needs. We then design systems incorporating best-in-class technology, including EuroSort’s world-leading conveyors.
Our decades-long relationship with EuroSort gives us insider knowledge and preferred access to cutting-edge systems, allowing us to build tailored, high-performance solutions that evolve with your business.
Conclusion: Streamlining Fulfillment with Confidence
Whether you’re sorting 500 items an hour or racing toward 50,000+, the right sorter conveyor system is essential for achieving operational excellence. With the powerful combination of EuroSort technology and PeakLogix’s integration expertise, your fulfillment center can achieve faster throughput, better accuracy, and reduced labor costs — all while maximizing flexibility for the future.
Ready to explore which sorter fits your operation best?
Contact PeakLogix today to get started with a tailored consultation and system design that meets your current needs and future ambitions.
