Horizontal Circulation

Maximum capacity. Smooth flow.

The BNP Horizontal Circulation system moves vehicles horizontally across multiple levels using a network of shuttles and transfer trolleys. Rather than relying on a single lift, vehicles circulate continuously — delivering the highest sustained throughput of any BNP configuration.

It is purpose-built for large commercial buildings, malls, and transit-adjacent developments where hundreds of vehicles enter and exit within tight windows. Continuous horizontal flow keeps queues short even at peak demand.

With a system height of around 5.6 metres and a hydraulic/electric drive, the platform balances density and speed while carrying 2,500 kg pallets, fully PLC-controlled.

How It Works

1. 1

   Vehicles enter at the transfer cabin and are placed on pallets.

2. 2

   Transfer trolleys move pallets horizontally along each level to available bays.

3. 3

   Multiple levels operate in parallel, so several vehicles circulate at once.

4. 4

   The control system continuously optimises routing for the shortest store/retrieve path.

5. 5

   On retrieval, the requested pallet circulates back to the exit cabin — typically in 60–240 seconds.

Key Benefits

• Highest sustained throughput in the BNP range
• Continuous horizontal flow — minimal queuing
• Multiple levels operate in parallel
• Fully automated 24/7 operation
• Compact ~5.6 m system height
• PLC routing optimisation
• No drivers inside the structure
• Comprehensive safety systems
• Hot-dip galvanized structure · 25-year design life
• IS 15776 and CE certified

Technical Drawing