What is an automated small-parts warehouse?
An automated small parts warehouse (AS/RS) is a storage system in which the load units are stored and retrieved in the racking using an automatically controlled storage and retrieval machine (SRM). ASRSs offer an optimal solution for storing small parts and enable automated and efficient warehouse management.
Advantages of an automated small-parts warehouse
- Space optimisation: Compact design and high storage density optimise the available space.
- Faster access times: Automated systems enable rapid storage and retrieval, which shortens throughput times.
- Error reduction: Reduction of human error through precise, automated processes.
- Cost efficiency: Long-term reduction in operating costs thanks to reduced personnel costs and lower energy consumption.
How do automated small-parts warehouses work?
Single-station system
- Basic structure: The mini-load warehouse consists of individual shelves and shelf frames with riveted brackets.
- Reinforcement: Rack uprights are connected with longitudinal ledgers and braced by vertical bracing.
- Loading units: Storage takes place on two angles, with one or more loading units in a row.
- Loading aids: Plastic containers or steel trays are used.
- Transport: A storage and retrieval unit or shuttle system pulls the tray or plastic container out of the shelf compartment, takes it to the picking area, and returns it.
- Payload: Payloads of approx. 300 kg per compartment or 10,000 kg per bay is possible.
Multi-user system
- Basic structure: Pallet racking with rack uprights, bracing beams and depth supports.
- Load support: Depth supports are arranged between the support beams to support the load.
- Loading aids: Plastic containers or cardboard boxes are used as loading units.
- Multiple storage: Several containers or cardboard boxes are stored per compartment.
- Transport: The storage and retrieval unit pulls the tray or plastic container, takes it to the picking area, and returns it.
- Payload: Payloads of approx. 600 kg per compartment and 20,000 kg per bay are possible.
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