About the Pre Configurator

The Pre Configurator is used to pre-determine the components and properties of an ASRS crane. The benefits of using the Pre Configurator include:

• Create multiple configurations
• Customize an ASRS crane before placing it in the drawing
• Ability to save and reuse configurations
• Quickly select desired configuration from View Configuration drop down

Navigating the Pre Configurator

To open, click Pre Configurator in the Settings component section.  The Pre Configurator dialog window will open.

1. The File dropdown has options to create a new configuration, open an existing, or save as template. 
   • New will add a new tab/type
   • Open will allow you to open a previously saved configuration
   • Save as Template lets you save the current configuration for future use
   • Rename will make the tab/type name editable.
   • Remove and Rename does not work with the Default tab.
2. The Edit dropdown has options to rename, duplicate, or remove the current configuration.  Remove and Rename functions do not work on the Default tab 
   • Rename allows you to customize the name of the current configuration
   • Duplicate will create a copy of the current configuration
   • Remove will remove the current configuration
3. This is where the tabs/types are located. Each tab represents a new configuration. The selected tab will be the configuration used when placing the product in the drawing.
4. The Types of Components listed in this section are: Single Crane and Double Crane. Each has a specific set of properties used to create a configuration.
5. The Properties for the Types of Components are viewed and edited in this section. 
6. The Preview Window allows you to zoom by scrolling in and out or you can click and hold to rotate the object. These objects reflect the current properties and will update with any changes.

Types of Components

Crane

An ASRS Crane is a key component of an Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) used for lifting, transporting, and storing goods within a warehouse or distribution center. These cranes are typically equipped with specialized grippers, hooks, or pallet forks to handle various types of cargo. Controlled by computerized systems, ASRS cranes navigate along tracks or aisles within the storage facility, accessing specific storage locations to deposit or retrieve items with precision and efficiency.

Crane Properties

Crane properties will be the same for both Single Crane and Double Crane.

Check out this image for definitions of each Crane property!

Additional property values may be entered for Speed and Acceleration if desired.  Crane material may be selected from the Material dropdown.  

Orientation Reversed will rotate the crane 180 degrees from default placement.

Rail options will affect the rail that is created when placing a crane in the system.  Start Extended Length and End Extended Length indicate how far beyond the racking system the rail extends.  Values may also be entered to customize Rail Thickness, as well as Top and Bottom Guide Rail Widths.