Home to the world ’ s largest selection of automated storage and retrieval solutions
STORAGE , HANDLING & DISTRIBUTION OPTIMISE WAREHOUSE SPACE
KARDEX
Home to the world ’ s largest selection of automated storage and retrieval solutions
The use of automated , softwaredriven solutions such as vertical carousels , vertical lift systems , vertical Buffer modules , horizontal carousels and robotic solutions for inventory picking can slash fulfilment times , labour needs , and warehouse footprint requirements , while vastly improving throughput and worker productivity . The goal is to use a combination of automation technologies and improved workflow processes to reduce the time required to pick , pack and ship items . Such an approach can help warehouses and distribution facilities to become more productive and competitive .
A variety of automation technologies are available to improve both the speed and accuracy of the picking process and workflow . Kardex AutoStore is the fastest order fulfilment system per square foot in the market . The system is operated by autonomous robots that move on top of an aluminium cubic grid . Within this grid , storage bins are stacked on top of each other . The robots continuously pick up , rearrange and deliver bins directly to connected ports for order picking and replenishment .
Automated storage solutions are used to improve space utilisation . By maximising the use of underutilised overhead space from the floor to the ceiling , traditional floor space requirement can be reduced by as much as 65-85 %. For many it can mean the difference between staying put or moving to larger premises . Another major factor is improved working conditions .
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