Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) was once considered out of reach by many smaller order fulfillment operations and retail warehouses, which did not have the budget to invest in such advanced technology.

 

But as AS/RS technology has rapidly advanced over the years, new options provide a wide variety of sizes, speed, cost, and flexibility, and have caused the rate of system adoption to skyrocket by various distribution centres. This has made AS/RS technologies one of the most popular and impactful investment options available to most operations.

SVIL Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) come in three main varieties: Unit-Load AS/RS (primarily pallets), Mid-Load AS/RS (inventory requiring custom handling requirements), and Mini-Load AS/RS (each or split case picking). Between these three main systems, there are eight primary styles of AS/RS systems:

 

1. Unit-Load AS/RS Cranes (Fixed-Aisle & Moveable Aisle)

2. Mini-Load AS/RS Cranes (Fixed-Aisle)

3. Shuttle AS/RS

4. Carousel-based AS/RS (Vertical, Horizontal, and Robotic)

5. Vertical Lift Module (VLM) AS/RS

6. Micro-Load (Stocker)

7. Vertical Sequence Systems (VSM) AS/RS

 

Benefits of AS/RS

SVIL AS/RS brings a wide range of benefits to the operations that utilize it, including:

1. More efficient use of floor space

2. Ability to reclaim unused vertical space

3. Increased inventory storage density

4. Improved ergonomics and safety, resulting in fewer accidents and injuries

5. Increased throughput

6. Reduced labour and its associated costs

7. Modular design for maximum flexibility

8. Increased order picking accuracy

9. Improved visibility and product security

 

Are you still undecided about the role that fully automated storage and retrieval might be able to play in making your operation more efficient and profitable?

Then SVIL has the solution.