Internal Label Removal for Automated Warehouse Sorter Chutes

Type: Specialist internal warehouse cleaning

Service: Label, adhesive and contamination removal from automated sorter chutes

Sector: Warehousing, logistics and sortation centres

Scope: Chute cleaning, adhesive removal, surface preparation and nano coating application

Environment: Automated warehouse/sortation centre

Please note: This case study is based on Exterius’ specialist internal label removal service across automated warehouse and sortation centre environments. Images may show examples from various projects and sites.

Overview of the Service

Exterius provides specialist internal label removal and sorter chute cleaning for automated warehouse and sortation centre environments.

As logistics, warehousing, ecommerce and distribution operations have grown, so has the need for reliable, well-maintained automated systems. In 24/7 warehouse environments, downtime, backlogs and machinery disruption are not an option. Clean equipment plays an important role in keeping parcels moving, reducing contamination build-up and supporting the long-term performance of machinery.

This service focuses on the removal of internal labels, adhesive residue, dust and debris from automated sorter chutes. Over time, labels and adhesive can build up on chute surfaces, increasing the risk of parcels sticking, slowing down or causing jams within the system.

Exterius delivers a specialist cleaning process designed to restore cleaner, smoother chute surfaces and support better parcel flow during busy operational periods.

The Challenge

Automated sorter chutes are a critical part of warehouse and sortation centre operations. When labels, adhesive and surface contamination build up, they can create friction points that affect how parcels move through the system.

The challenge is not simply to remove visible labels. The adhesive residue beneath the labels also needs to be removed properly, as this can continue to attract dust, debris and other contaminants.

These working environments also require careful planning. Automated warehouses and sortation centres often include extensive sorter systems moving parcels around the warehouse 24/7. Cleaning work must be planned around live operational priorities, strict safety procedures and machinery isolation requirements.

The Scope of Work

The service can include:

Site-specific survey of the warehouse, chute system and access requirements
Removal of visible labels from internal sorter chutes
Removal of adhesive residue beneath the labels
Removal of dust, debris and surface contamination
Cleaning of contaminants including paint, varnish, bitumen and bird feed where present
Surface preparation before coating
Application of YV56 nano coating to support a smoother, lower-friction chute surface
Coordination with site teams to minimise operational disruption
Use of Lock Out Tag Out — LOTO procedures to isolate specific machinery safely

Every job is surveyed separately because each warehouse, chute system, access requirement and operational environment is different.

Our Specialist Cleaning Process

Exterius uses its own in-house chemical process to remove labels, adhesive and contamination from sorter chute surfaces.

G-GAT62

Used to remove labels and the adhesive residue beneath.

BST-03

Used to remove remaining surface contamination and prepare the surface for coating.

YV56 Nano Coating

Applied after cleaning to support proper bonding and help keep chute surfaces smooth and friction-free.

This process is designed to remove both the visible label and the underlying adhesive, helping restore the chute surface rather than simply improving its appearance.

Safety and Operational Planning

With automation comes risk, so safety planning is central to this type of work.

Exterius uses Lock Out Tag Out — LOTO procedures to safely isolate specific machinery before cleaning. This allows targeted chute cleaning to take place while other areas of the warehouse can continue operating where safe and appropriate.

The team coordinates closely with site teams to work around live operational priorities, planned access windows and machinery requirements. This helps minimise disruption while ensuring the work is carried out safely and methodically.

Key Challenges

1. Working in Live Automated Warehouses

Automated warehouse and sortation centre environments depend on continuous movement. Any cleaning work must be planned carefully to avoid unnecessary downtime and disruption.

Exterius works around operational needs, isolating specific areas safely and carrying out targeted chute cleaning in a controlled way.

2. Removing Both Labels and Adhesive

Removing the visible label alone does not solve the problem. Adhesive residue can remain on the chute surface, attracting dust, debris and contamination.

Exterius’ process removes both the labels and the adhesive underneath, helping create a cleaner, smoother surface for parcels to move across.

3. Supporting Peak Operational Performance

For warehouses and sortation centres, performance during peak periods is critical. Parcel flow, machinery reliability and contamination control all play a role in keeping operations moving.

The application of YV56 nano coating helps support a smoother, friction-free surface, reducing the likelihood of labels and parcels sticking to chute areas.

Our Solution

To deliver the service effectively, Exterius implements a tailored warehouse cleaning approach:

Bespoke site survey before works begin
Cleaning plan built around operational needs
LOTO procedures for safe machinery isolation
Targeted internal chute cleaning
Removal of labels, adhesive, dust and debris
Specialist in-house chemical process
Surface preparation before coating
Nano coating application to support smoother chute performance
Close coordination with site teams to minimise disruption

The Result

The service helps restore cleaner, smoother chute surfaces across targeted sorter areas.

This supports:

Removal of labels and adhesive residue
Reduced contamination build-up
Cleaner internal sorter chute surfaces
Smoother parcel movement across treated areas
Reduced risk of parcels sticking, slowing down or causing jams
Improved cleanliness around automated warehouse equipment
Safer cleaning through controlled LOTO procedures
Better long-term chute performance as part of a planned maintenance approach

By combining specialist cleaning, adhesive removal, nano coating technology and safe operational planning, Exterius delivers a service built around the demands of automated warehouse environments.

Why Choose Exterius?

Warehouse and sortation centre cleaning requires more than general cleaning. In automated environments, clean equipment can directly support operational efficiency, machinery lifespan, parcel flow and workplace safety.

Exterius is trusted for:

Specialist experience in warehouse and sortation centre cleaning
Understanding of automated warehouse environments
In-house label and adhesive removal processes
Nano technology coating for friction reduction
Ability to work around live operational priorities
Strong health and safety procedures
Tailored, bespoke cleaning approach
Focus on reducing disruption and supporting long-term performance

The Value of Specialist Sorter Chute Cleaning

Internal label removal and chute cleaning can form an important part of a planned preventative maintenance schedule.

A specialist approach helps:

Keep warehouse equipment cleaner
Reduce adhesive and contamination build-up
Support smoother parcel flow
Reduce the risk of jams and sticking
Improve cleanliness around automated machinery
Help extend the life expectancy of equipment
Support safer and more efficient warehouse operations
Keep sortation centres performing during peak periods

Specialist-led. Safety-focused. Built around live warehouse operations.

For specialist warehouse cleaning, internal label removal, adhesive removal or sorter chute cleaning, contact Exterius to arrange a site survey and discuss your requirements.