AutoStore systems are operated by battery-powered robots that move on an aluminum cubic grid. Within this grid, storage bins are stacked on top of each other. The autonomous high-speed robots continuously pick up the bins, rearrange them and deliver them to the directly connected workstations for order picking and replenishment. Thanks to the modular construction principle, AutoStore systems can easily expand without impacting ongoing operations. The extremely flexible grid system optimizes storage density to its maximum, enabling the inventory to be quadrupled in the same space compared to conventional systems. With a global average availability of 99.6%, AutoStore is the most efficient and reliable storage system in the world
Application range
- E-commerce order fulfillment From same day delivery demands to customized products and stress-free returns, many e-commerce providers struggle to keep up with today’s customer expectations. With this in mind, tailor-made AutoStore solutions from Kardex offer several features to help e-commerce companies successfully grow while maintaining a competitive edge.
- Just-in-time supply of production lines As customer requirements continue to change at a minute’s notice, companies need to keep a steady growing range of parts in stock. AutoStore supplies just-in-time pro duction lines with parts that are stored in the densest possible way.
- Micro-fulfillment solutions Whether you operate in the backroom of a store, the center of a store or a small corner of a warehouse, AutoStore is compact enough to fit almost anywhere. Due to high-density storage, the in-store product assortment can be expanded, while providing an engaging customer experience.
Components
- Bins: Made of either polyethylene (HDPE) or anti-static ESD, Lengthwise and crosswise bin dividers can maximize capacity Grid
- Grid: Bins are stacked vertically in the grid and retrieved by robots, Grid can be installed to fit any warehouse size and shape
- Robots: Operate 24/7 regardless of lighting & recharge automatically. If one robot breaks down, another one takes over its tasks
- Ports (workstations): Various port options available based on functionality and speed. Switch between picking & replenishing at the push of a button.
- Controller: Command center, traffic control & database management. Connects the network to the customer’s infrastructure