What Is SmartSort? A Deep Dive into Steerable Wheel Sortation Technology
Your Guide to Smarter Parcel Handling
In today’s high-velocity logistics environment, speed and precision aren’t optional. They’re operational imperatives. Whether you're managing a regional distribution center or scaling a national parcel network, the ability to sort accurately and adapt quickly can make or break your bottom line.
That’s where SmartSort comes in.
Developed by Aegis Sortation, SmartSort is a next-generation steerable wheel sorter engineered to meet the demands of modern parcel automation. It’s not just a piece of equipment; it’s a smarter way to move.
The Problem: Legacy Systems Can’t Keep Up
Traditional sortation systems were built for a different era. They struggle with today’s parcel mix: polybags, bubble mailers, cartons, and non-conveyables like carpet rolls and tubes. They’re rigid, slow to deploy, and often require costly infrastructure changes. And when mis-sorts happen, they ripple through your operation, triggering rework, delays, and lost revenue.
The SmartSort Solution: Precision Meets Flexibility
SmartSort is designed to solve these challenges head-on. It combines intelligent motor control, modular architecture, and bi-directional steerable wheels to deliver unmatched control and speed.
Here’s how it works:
Sensors detect the package’s size, position, and destination.
The control system calculates the optimal divert angle and speed.
Wheels rotate progressively to guide the parcel to its target lane.
Conveyance speed remains consistent, ensuring smooth flow.
Wheels reset in anticipation of the next item.
This synchronized process reduces mis-sorts, improves throughput, and keeps your operation moving with confidence.
SmartSort’s Capabilities
Unlike traditional sorters, SmartSort technology is able to handle a variety of conveyance and sortation tasks. Whether you’re diverting, merging, or singulating*, SmartSort adapts to your workflow without compromise.
Its bi-directional wheels rotate between -90° and 90° and operate independently or in unison. And since the wheels are tightly spaced, numerous touchpoints ensure a wide variety of package types are handled precisely so they reach their intended destination.
*Singulation currently in development.
Modular by Design
Each SmartSort table is built from 1x4 module assemblies, composed of four 1x1 steerable wheel elements. This modularity allows for custom table sizes and seamless integration into new or existing conveyance systems with no major structural changes required. It’s automation that fits your space, not the other way around.
With SmartSort’s built-in flexibility, your facility gains more than adaptability. You unlock the power of a single platform capable of performing multiple tasks across your operation. That means faster installs, a smaller footprint, reduced maintenance costs, and the ability to replace multiple systems with one streamlined, scalable solution.
SmartSort Benefits at a Glance
High-speed, bi-directional sorting
Rapid deployment and scalability
Minimal downtime with predictive maintenance
Energy-efficient, quiet operation (<72 dBA)
Handles diverse parcel types, including non-conveyables
Fully electric operation (no compressed air required)
Why It Matters
SmartSort isn’t just about technology. It’s about transforming how you handle parcels. It’s about reducing rework, improving customer satisfaction, and unlocking new levels of efficiency. In a world where every second counts, SmartSort helps you make every second smarter.
Ready to Move Smarter?
Let’s talk. Aegis Sortation is here to help you reduce mis-sorts, streamline operations, and future-proof your facility. Schedule a consultation today and discover how SmartSort can elevate your parcel handling.
SmartSort Product Overview Video