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An automated storage and retrieval system consists of a variety of computer-controlled systems for automatically placing and retrieving loads from defined storage locations.
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Applications using ASRS • For high volumes of storage and retrieval from the facility • Space constraints necessitating space density • Where only storage and transport are involved, No processing or value adding • Accuracy is critical due to potential damage to the load • Standard as well as non-standard loads
Benefits ASRS provide for Supply Chain Management • Improves Organization of the Storage • High Density storage and narrower aisles provide added space • Reduced costs by cutting down on unnecessary parts • Lowers work-force requirements reducing labor costs
Increases safety • Speeds up picking, packing and shipping processes through smart grouping of products • Tracking the supplier, location and time of stocking of a product • Makes the firms more prepared for peak-sessions when demand increases
Types of ASRS based on structure • Vertical Lift Module • Horizontal Carousel
Vertical Lift Module • Quite high to match the available space overhead • Pods carrying multiple units • Items can be retrieved from one unit, while others are moving
Vertical Lift Module • Variants include width, height, Load, speed and Control system • Inventory stored on front and rear tray locations called rails • Save floor space • Sold in numerous configurations
Horizontal Carousel • Series of Bins revolving on an oval track • Carousel rotates via the shortest path • Outperform robotic systems, for just a fraction of the cost
Horizontal Carousel • Highly cost-effecient • Save upto 75% of floorspace • Increase productivity by 2/3 • Accuracy levels- 99%+
Warehouse Automation Revolutionized • Maximize efficiency of your system • Both Application and industry specific • Versatile material handling solutions • High density storage • Compact footprint • High quality drives