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ICAM MAXI STC Stacker Crane for Long Materials

ICAM MAXI STC Stacker Crane for Long Materials

MAXI STC is ICAM’s AS/RS for automated storage & handling of long materials such as profiles, bars, tubes and industrial extrusions, managed in a fully automated cycle.

Maximising Long Goods Storage Efficiency

MAXI STC is an automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) based on a stacker crane, designed for the intensive handling of long goods up to 7 meters in industrial environments characterized by high volumes and a large number of load units, where manual processes typically become a bottleneck.

MAXI STC is the right choice starting from 400 load units and above — where organization, operational continuity and service speed become critical to overall system efficiency.

400+ load units managed
7 metres maximum material length
2 LUs handled simultaneously
100% automated cycle

The structure leverages both the vertical and longitudinal dimensions of the building, significantly reducing floor footprint compared to traditional storage systems.

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Technical Specifications

System and structure	MAXI STC is an AS/RS stacker crane system for the automated storage of long goods. The structure consists of metal racking organised in slots, with a central handling aisle. Designed for high-volume industrial installations, with capacity from 400 load units and above.
Stacker crane	The stacker crane operates simultaneously on both movement axes and handles two load units (LU) in parallel via two independent handling chains. The simultaneous swap logic eliminates empty runs and optimises system throughput. Axes of movement: X (horizontal) + Z (vertical)

System and structure

MAXI STC is an AS/RS stacker crane system for the automated storage of long goods. The structure consists of metal racking organised in slots, with a central handling aisle. Designed for high-volume industrial installations, with capacity from 400 load units and above.

Stacker crane

The stacker crane operates simultaneously on both movement axes and handles two load units (LU) in parallel via two independent handling chains. The simultaneous swap logic eliminates empty runs and optimises system throughput.

Axes of movement: X (horizontal) + Z (vertical)

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How It Works

At the core of MAXI STC is the stacker crane, operating inside a storage aisle between metal racking organised in slots.

It moves simultaneously along the horizontal axis (X) for travel along the system and the vertical axis (Z) for positioning across storage levels.

Each storage and retrieval cycle is fully automated, ensuring continuous operations without manual intervention inside the system.

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Dedicated Load Units for Long Goods

MAXI STC handles steel load units (LU), configurable according to the stored material. Shaped ends enable smooth and precise insertion into storage slots, maximum stability during handling, surface protection — essential for aluminum profiles and finish-sensitive materials.

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Automatic Swap at the Operating Stations

When serving the loading/unloading stations, the stacker crane performs a combined exchange in a single cycle: retrieves the LU with processed material and deposits a new LU with material to be machined. Return and delivery are combined into a single movement, eliminating empty runs, reducing cycle times and increasing system throughput.

High Safety Standards

The stacker crane operating area is a protected and controlled zone. Perimeter guarding, controlled access points and emergency stop systems minimize operator exposure to the handling of long, heavy loads — improving workplace safety and reducing operational risks.

MAXI STC is the Right Choice When...

You manage 400+ load units of long materials (profiles, bars, tubes, beams, extrusions)
Floor space is limited
Manual storage and retrieval times are a bottleneck for production
You require full traceability by code, batch and order for each load unit

Key benefits:

Doors & windows
Building & construction
Furniture manufacturing
Mechanical engineering and metalworking
Distribution & logistics

ICON: The Digital Intelligence Driving MAXI STC

ICON is ICAM’s proprietary software developed for advanced management of its automated storage systems range.

Web-based, intuitive and scalable, it enables full control of system functions and seamless integration with WMS, ERP and other enterprise systems.

Additionally, ICON enables floor area mapping, managing stock stored outside the automated storage system to provide a complete overview of total inventory.