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Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) are sophisticated technologies designed to manage and automate the storage and retrieval of varying-sized goods in warehouses and distribution centres.


With technology advancing at a rapid rate, ASRS are increasingly proficient at significantly reducing the time taken for storing and retrieving items, leading to a more efficient use of labour and a decrease in operational costs. By maximising the all-important level of storage density, ASRS also help in optimising warehouse space, a particularly valuable asset within our ever-expanding urban areas and those with high demand. This enhanced space utilisation is not just about being able to store an increased number of items, it’s about creating a sophisticated platform for strategic inventory management that leads to improved order accuracy and faster response times.

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This enables L-A-C Logistics Automation to draw on an extensive range of ASRS mini-load cranes, further complimenting L-A-C Logistics Automation existing portfolio of automation products such as; Conveyors, Robotics, and AMR’s.  Thereby offering highly dynamic, integrated solutions to optimise your supply chain, ensuring we provide the optimum warehouse automation for the handling of your products.

Our versatile range of solutions are suitable for many applications ranging from Grocery, Retail, Fashion and Apparel, General Merchandise and Industrial Consumer Goods. Providing fast, reliable and secure conveying and storage of totes, cartons and trays, offering systems that can be easily configured to accommodate required low, medium and high product throughputs.

 

Completing the full package, our system control software is tailored to work in line with your WMS requirements designed to support and optimise your warehouse functionality with the capability for real time visibility and traceability offering a powerful reporting system.

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Storage and retrieval machine of the latest generation

Benefits of ASRS


Benefits of ASRS

Can operate at heights up to 18 metres
Can be double stacked
Can handle up to four loads using Twister Load Handling technology
Can store one, two, three or four deep to optimise storage density
Can Operate in ambient, chilled and frozen temperature zones
Using energy saving technology
Ease of maintenance

Expanding the Value of Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) in Modern Warehousing

As technology advances, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) are becoming crucial in optimising warehouse and distribution centre operations. These systems, which include mini-load ASRS, vertical carousels, vertical lift modules, and carousel-based ASRS, are designed to enhance storage density, manage inventory control, and increase operational efficiency by maximising the use of vertical and horizontal space in warehouses, including narrow aisles and fixed aisles. With a wide range of ASRS solutions available, businesses can tailor their automated storage systems to meet specific storage capacity and throughput requirements.

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Enhanced Efficiency and Reduced Labour Costs

ASRS offer significant reductions in labour costs by automating the storage and retrieval of goods, thereby minimising the need for manual intervention. Smart robots, robotic shuttles, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and floor robots work seamlessly within these systems, reducing the reliance on human labour and lowering operational costs. These automated solutions are capable of handling both heavy loads and lighter loads, ensuring a wide variety of products, from individual items to pallet loads, are efficiently managed. The integration of advanced technology such as inserter extractors, fixed-aisle cranes, and pallet shuttles enables ASRS to meet high throughput demands, maximise throughput rates, and reduce safety risks associated with manual operations.

Space Optimisation and Increased Storage Capacity

ASRS excel at optimising both floor space and vertical space, making them ideal for facilities with limited space but high storage demands. These systems utilise storage racks, columns of trays, and portable storage shelving to provide high-density storage solutions, accommodating individual trays and bins of products. Mini-load ASRS cranes, along with vertical lift modules, efficiently utilise overhead space, allowing for the dynamic storage of goods in high-density storage configurations, such as cube-based storage, buffer storage, and pallet-level storage. This results in increased storage levels and storage locations, enabling businesses to store a wide variety of items while optimising every square metre of their facilities.

 

Versatile Storage Solutions for Diverse Applications

ASRS are versatile and adaptable, making them suitable for a broad range of applications including grocery, retail, fashion and apparel, general merchandise, and industrial consumer goods. They provide fast, reliable, and secure conveying and storage of totes, cartons, trays, and pallets, offering systems that can be configured to handle low, medium, and high throughput ranges. Common applications include business storage, bulk storage, and medium velocity inventory management. These automated storage solutions are designed to meet the diverse needs of modern warehouses, providing a cost-effective and energy-efficient option for effective warehouse operation and facility layout.

 

Advanced Technology for Accurate Inventory Management

ASRS are equipped with sophisticated software solutions and computer-controlled inventory management systems that provide real-time visibility and traceability of inventory levels. This enables precise control over stock and the protection of materials, allowing businesses to make informed decisions regarding inventory management. The use of energy-efficient technology, combined with modular designs and dynamic storage solutions, ensures that ASRS not only enhance inventory control but also contribute to sustainable and efficient warehouse operations. Features like accurate tracking, level-to-level retrieval solutions, and machine controls ensure that products are always in the correct tray or storage rack position, further improving pick accuracy and operational efficiency.

 

Meeting Throughput Demands with High Flexibility

ASRS systems are designed to meet varying throughput requirements, making them suitable for facilities with fluctuating demand levels. They can be configured to provide maximum efficiency and adaptability, from high-speed fulfilment operations to buffer storage for slower-moving items. ASRS systems can operate at heights up to 18 metres, handle up to four loads using Twister Load Handling technology, and store items one, two, three, or four deep to optimise storage density. Whether dealing with unit-load ASRS, mini-load ASRS, or mid-load ASRS, these systems offer a flexible and reliable solution to meet the dynamic needs of modern warehouses and distribution facilities.

 

Safety and Ergonomics in Modern Warehousing

ASRS improve not only operational efficiency but also worker ergonomics and safety by automating the retrieval of items from high shelves, narrow aisles, or vertical spaces. This automation reduces the physical strain on warehouse operators and lowers the risks associated with manual material handling, such as incorrect lifting and potential injuries. By ensuring that goods are retrieved from the proper position and using the appropriate mechanical equipment, ASRS contribute to enhanced ergonomics and a safer work environment, supporting the health and well-being of warehouse staff.

 

The integration of ASRS into warehouse operations offers a comprehensive and dynamic storage solution that addresses the challenges of space optimisation, labour costs, safety risks, and inventory control. With their ability to adapt to a wide range of applications and throughput demands, ASRS provide a robust platform for the strategic management of inventory and the optimisation of supply chain processes. As L-A-C Logistics Automation continues to expand its portfolio of automation products, including conveyors, robotics, AMRs, and automated storage systems, the inclusion of ASRS systems further strengthens its commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions for effective warehouse operation, maximising storage space, and future growth.

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