Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) are a proven way to reduce costs, improve working conditions, and help evolve operations for facilities of all sizes. From creating high-density storage for manufacturers to optimizing distribution centers, these systems reduce labor costs, optimize physical footprint, and deliver faster order fulfillment than traditional manual methods. AS/RS can locate, retrieve, and deliver items to an operator faster, safer, and at less cost and boosting throughput. AS/RS also optimize efficiencies and provide reliable up-time allowing you to move higher volumes of goods with fewer errors and less space. AS/RS solutions can be designed for all types of inventory. Unit load AS/RS, mini-load AS/RS, Pallet Shuttle, Tote & Carton Shuttle. AS/RS solutions create repeatable solutions that get your goods to where you need, when you need it.
Key Benefits of Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems:
Maximizing space.
Your facility doesn’t necessarily need to be bigger. AS/RS will optimize your facility, whatever its square footage, with high density storage. Narrower aisles do more with less, maximizing floor space utilization of your facility by using all of the available vertical space.
Increasing efficiency.
From eliminating the need for paper pick lists to identifying the shortest path to retrieving an order, computer-controlled software streamlines every aspect of your operation, saving you more time and keeping customers satisfied.
Simplifying inventory management.
Just-in-time production requires providing the right product at the right time with 100% accuracy and uptime. AS/RS provides a buffer of inventory between production systems and manages that inventory and storage space automatically, allowing you to focus on your production or assembly operations.
Increasing uptime.
The more complex your production line, the more opportunities for errors or system failures resulting in costly downtime. Speedrack Midwest can help design an automated storage and retrieval system you can trust to buffer inventory and keep things running.
Leveling out production.
An AS/RS solution can provide a cushion to level off your production and labor rates by quickly and accurately managing production materials including raw goods, in-process materials, and finished goods.
Reducing labor challenges.
The workforce you need isn’t always available. AS/RS can handle the heavy lifting on whatever schedule your facility needs with far less labor required. Although AS/RS solutions are complex, they’re not difficult to learn. Keep onboarding streamlined with simple and intuitive guides.
Creating better jobs.
Free up your best team members to go above and beyond by leaning on AS/RS to reduce the repetitive, physical tasks like receiving inventory, replenishing stock, and retrieving goods. Happier, less stressed workers are more likely to stick around, reducing your need to continuously hire.
Solving staffing issues.
AS/RS run around the clock, don’t show up late, don’t leave early, and don’t call in sick. These automated systems can outperform manual systems in less space and with less product damage, allowing your staff to focus on manufacturing and assembly. By bringing goods directly to your employees on the line as needed, AS/RS allow your associates to outperform the competition.
Contact Speedrack Midwest today and let our experts discuss how you can leverage AS/RS systems to help streamline your operations today!