Shoe sorter, which uses slates to push products into different lanes of the conveyor. The sliding shoes gently maneuver packages onto alternative lanes or allow it to continue on the current conveyor. This is one of the fastest ways of sorting product, and shoe sorters typically use a photo eye sensor to interpret each package and direct it down the correct conveyor.

Shoe sorters accommodate the conveying of cartons, totes, or boxes in a range of sizes. These types of sortation systems are capable of a wide output rate that can adjust to meet the needs of a business. Since this sorter is capable of either slower or faster throughput it can service a wide range of industries. Some applications ideal for shoe sorters are order fulfillment, distribution and manufacturing applications.