Automated storage systems are cost-effective solutions for increased productivity and accuracy, while saving valuable floor space. They are available in a wide variety to meet different needs and requirements, as well as various space limitations. Automated storage systems are computer-controlled solutions for optimized storage, used for placing and retrieving loads. They are commonly used in applications involving a high volume of loads to be moved in and out of the storage facility, and they are highly practical due to the high storage density they provide. Instead of spending outrageous amounts of money for adding building expansions, you can now maximize the productivity of your available space and obtain the optimum efficiency.
Automated storage systems provide high accuracy in material handling, a feature that will prove to be essential when handling expensive and fragile materials. They are extremely practical and cost effective, consisting perfect solutions for nearly all industrial environments. There are various types of automated storage systems, each with its own features and advantages, but basically there are three main types: single masted, double masted and man-aboard. Depending on your specific needs and requirements, one of these three main types will provide the best solution for your storage needs.
Automated storage systems are typically supported on a rack, and guided at the top by means of channels or guide rails, so it can ensure accurate vertical alignment. Each system is made of “shuttles”, which travel between fixed storage shelves. This way, it can easily deposit or retrieve any load as requested, be it a book from a top shelf or a heavy load of materials. Suitable for many environments, from library systems to large warehouses, automated storage systems can provide over 50% more storage space, by optimizing the storage capacity of a given space. For example, a vertical storage system will considerably increase the storage capacity of any space up to over 60%, obtaining a high density storage capacity through proper height optimization. So why waste valuable floor space, when you can increase efficiency and productivity while reducing the costs?
Any space is valuable, and aisles of wasted floor space can result in significant cost losses or productivity limits. Automated storage systems are specifically designed to solve this problem. With nowadays technology and possibilities, you no longer have to suffer from numerous space restrictions. Sure, even before such machines, there was always the possibility of depositing materials on high shelves or suspended cabinets, but handling them was rather difficult. Fortunately, with any type of automated storage systems, handling materials is no longer a problem, even if it is placed right under the ceiling.
Automated storage systems have movable extractors, which travel easily between columns or trays, pulling the requested pallet from the target location and bringing it to the access point. They are easy to operate and provide high accuracy, so any material handling can be done effectively and easily. With seemingly endless applications, they are suitable for a wide variety of industries, logistics or office settings, as they can be customized to meet specific needs and requirements. So depending on your storage needs and the space capacity, as well as the materials to be handled, you can choose from a great variety of automated storage systems that will obtain the maximum efficiency within the minimum available space. And even if the costs may seem rather high at first, in the long run such machines are definitely worth an investment.