Manual ULD Storage Solutions
Flexible and Efficient Manual Storage for Air Cargo Terminals
Efficient cargo handling starts with secure and reliable storage. Manual ULD storage provides a flexible and cost-effective way to organise and buffer ULDs inside the terminal. It serves as a modular starting point that can later be expanded with automation. Typical use cases include low-throughput operations, additional buffer space during peak times, or for forwarders and courier companies that work with ULDs on a continuous basis.
How Manual ULD Storage Works
Manual ULD storage provides designated areas for containers and pallets, ensuring safe placement and quick access. Our modular systems such as ULD Support Pallets, Castor Decks, Ball Decks and Roller Decks facilitate manual handling, positioning, and storage of 5 ft, 10 ft and 15 ft units in full IATA compliance. Movement on ULD Support Pallets is supported by a Cargo Pallet Mover or a FlexLoader for two-level storage.
Benefits of Lödige’s Manual ULD storage solutions
Designed for reliable cargo storage, our solutions deliver measurable benefits by maximising space utilisation, ensuring secure handling and supporting flexible integration into terminal operations.
Related Products
Discover Equipment for ULD Handling
Explore related products that support every step of ULD handling in your terminal. From acceptance to storage and onward transfer, these solutions ensure efficiency, safety and smooth integration into your cargo flow.
ULD Support Pallets serve as a base for transporting and storing ULDs inside terminals. In combination with the Cargo Pallet Mover, they enable flexible, safe and efficient handling.
The Cargo Pallet Mover transports ULDs placed on ULD Support Pallets with precision. Battery-powered, agile and precise – perfect for peak handling.
FlexLoader lifts and transfers ULDs flexibly between levels. A compact all-in-one device that boosts handling efficiency in tight spaces.
Castor Decks provide effortless multi-directional ULD moves. Flexible, modular and quick to adapt for handling or buffer zones.
Ball Decks let staff shift ULDs freely in any direction. Simple, modular and effective for manual handling in build & break areas.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
ULDs on support pallets are handled with a Cargo Pallet Mover, or with a FlexLoader if access to two-level storage is required. On Castor Decks and Ball Decks, ULDs are manually manoeuvred by personnel and assigned to their designated positions.
Yes, it can be expanded step by step, for example by integrating friction-powered decks, transfer vehicles or fully automated racks.
Definitely. Flexible manual setups are often used as buffer space during high-traffic times, ensuring cargo flows remain uninterrupted.
Yes. Manual systems are designed to seamlessly connect and scale up to semi- or fully automated solutions. Even in flexible storage areas, ULD positions can be tracked reliably using handheld scanners, ensuring transparency and integration with the terminal management system.
Yes, all components ensure handling and storage according to IATA standards.
Yes, these solutions are suitable for temperature-controlled zones as well as areas for dangerous goods or OOG cargo.
Storage positions are marked and registered in the Terminal Management System, ensuring transparency and traceability.
It is widely used by terminals with low-throughput requirements and by forwarders or courier companies that work continuously with ULDs.