However there is still always the need for an initial capital outlay. However, before investing in an automated system it is important to consider both the advantages and disadvantages of automating this process.ĭisadvantages of Automated Container Unloading and PalletisingĪutomated container unloading systems usually yield a positive ROI very quickly as they significantly reduce the head count needed to unload a container. So it’s only natural to consider automating to remove this time consuming process and its associated health & safety risks from your process. As you would know if you have anything to do with manually unloading containers, it is hot, dirty, back breaking work.