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Horizontal Carousels A horizontal carousel (Figures 7.43 through 7.46) is a linked series of rotating bins of adjustable shelves driven on the top or the bottom by a drive-motor unit. Rotation is about an axis perpendicular to the floor at a rate of about 80 to 200 feet per minute.

Figure 7.43 Horizontal carousel system at Ford’s parts distribution center

Figure 7.44 Pick-by-light, put-to-light horizontal carousel picking (Swagelok, Cleveland, OH)

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