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.
