Swisslog introduces FastMove monorail system for pallet transport

Swisslog announced that the company has repositioned its monorail system under the new name FastMove.

The company said that the updated product identity reflects enhanced customer value, with a focus on performance, flexibility and improved equipment lifecycle for long-distance pallet transport.

High pallet throughput while maintaining flexibility

With enhanced throughput management, Swisslog said that it is strengthening its commitment to delivering measurable operational advantages. The company said that FastMove allows customers to significantly increase throughput, with transport speeds of up to 2 m/s and system capacities exceeding 600 pallets per hour. Swisslog said that this high-performance capability helps operators meet growing demand and manage peak volumes more efficiently.

Compared to conventional conveyor-based transport systems, Swisslog said that FastMove offers a more favorable cost position, particularly in applications requiring long transport distances or high throughput. The company said that the system’s ability to transport large volumes over extended distances with fewer system components contributes to reduced installation and operational costs, while also improving space utilization within the warehouse.

“FastMove represents the next step in the evolution of monorail technology at Swisslog,” said Giovanni Franco, product manager, pallet transportation at Swisslog. “By combining high performance with modular scalability and cost efficiency, we provide our customers with a future-ready solution that supports growth, modernization and long-term operational excellence.”

Swisslog said that it designed the system with flexibility and scalability at its core, allowing customers to adapt their intralogistics infrastructure as business requirements evolve. The company added that its modular track design supports complex layouts and can be adjusted with minimal effort.

FastMove extends service life by modernizing upgrade packages

Swisslog said that FastMove also offers clear advantages for existing operations. The company said that its components are well-suited for modernization and retrofit projects, enabling customers to upgrade performance and extend the service life of their intralogistics infrastructure without requiring a complete system replacement.

The company said that current upgrades are applied primarily at the controls and software level, with mechatronic requirements addressed where needed, protecting existing investments while ensuring installations remain current and compliant.

Swisslog said that the next product release, available by the end of 2026, is designed to meet the requirements under the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and machinery regulations.

Designed for demanding environments and diverse industries

The company said that FastMove is engineered to perform reliably under a wide range of operating conditions. It operates in environments from deep-freeze temperatures of -30°C to ambient conditions of up to 50°C and handles loads of up to 1,500 kg, or up to 3,000 kg with twin-load configurations.

Swisslog said that these capabilities make it a versatile system for the food and beverage, consumer goods and retail sectors, where performance and robustness are non-negotiable.

The company said that FastMove integrates into existing warehouse IT infrastructure through Swisslog’s SynQ software platform, enabling intelligent control of material flows and synchronization between automated and manual processes.