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AS/RS reimagined: The next generation of warehouse automation and micro-fulfillment

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The modern supply chain is a battlefield of rising expectations. E-commerce demands faster deliveries, labor shortages persist, and the pressure to optimize every square foot of warehouse space is relentless.

In this environment, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), once considered foundational automation, are no longer just about static storage; they are being reimagined as dynamic, intelligent components at the very heart of advanced logistics.

This feature explores the cutting-edge designs, sophisticated integration with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Warehouse Execution Systems (WES), and their pivotal role in enabling the burgeoning micro-fulfillment trend. [Read more…] about AS/RS reimagined: The next generation of warehouse automation and micro-fulfillment

Medline facility becomes AutoStore’s 300th installation in North America

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AutoStore, maker of the most widely-used warehouse automated storage and retrieval system, says it has “surpassed 300 installations across North America”.

The 300th system, located at Medline’s new site in Aurora, Colorado, marks a full-circle moment for AutoStore.

More than a decade ago, Medline became AutoStore’s very first North American customer. [Read more…] about Medline facility becomes AutoStore’s 300th installation in North America

AutoStore establishes new assembly factory in Thailand

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AutoStore, the maker of one of the most widely used automated storage and retrieval systems for warehouses, has opened its assembly factory in Rayong Province, Thailand.

This milestone marks a strategic move in the company’s global expansion efforts, bringing cutting-edge robotics production closer to key markets, including Japan, Korea, and the United States.

With over 1,450 systems distributed across 54 countries, AutoStore is the most widely adopted automated fulfillment system on the planet. [Read more…] about AutoStore establishes new assembly factory in Thailand

AutoStore introduces ‘world’s first’ PickUpPort in collaboration with Element Logic

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AutoStore, a specialist in automated storage and retrieval systems, has unveiled what it says is “the world’s first in-store solution equipped with an AutoStore PickUpPort”.

The system enables “fully automatic delivery of goods to customers”, and is now operational at thansen’s brand-new store in Copenhagen, Denmark.

The “cutting-edge technology” is made possible through AutoStore, in collaboration with its partner, Element Logic. [Read more…] about AutoStore introduces ‘world’s first’ PickUpPort in collaboration with Element Logic

Robots integrate with automated storage and retrieval systems to deliver warehouse efficiency

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Automated storage and retrieval systems are becoming the backbone of modern warehouse logistics operations.

However, there is still the challenge of efficiently moving orders through the sorting process. Until recently, the only options were manually or by conveyor – but both have clear limitations.

Nowadays, a more flexible and future-proof solution is available: robots. Tijmen Verkooijen, bid and tender manager at Prime Vision, explains all. [Read more…] about Robots integrate with automated storage and retrieval systems to deliver warehouse efficiency

Manufacturing and logistics: The common space between senior executives and operations managers

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By Carien Viswat, Oceaneering International

The automotive industry is most proficient in seeking manufacturing improvement through automated, efficient, and effective processes.

Automotive companies and their suppliers need to carry out lean manufacturing and assembly operations by handling a wide variety of components carefully and cost efficiently.

The deployment of automated material handling (AMH) equipment prevents damage to automotive parts, reduces the cost of unproductive labor hours by efficiently handling inventory, and maximizes storage capacity within available floor space.  [Read more…] about Manufacturing and logistics: The common space between senior executives and operations managers

Automated storage and retrieval systems market forecast to see significant growth

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The automated storage and retrieval systems market is expected to grow at an annual growth rate of 7.6 percent during the period 2018-2028, according to a report by Fact.MR.

North America is likely to maintain its lucrativeness in the automated storage and retrieval systems market, accounting for nearly 30 percent revenue share of the global market in 2018.

The report opines that opportunities will not be limited to developed regions alone; the automated storage and retrieval systems market in Asia Pacific excluding Japan is likely to register the highest annual growth throughout the forecast period.  [Read more…] about Automated storage and retrieval systems market forecast to see significant growth

Automated storage and retrieval systems market to witness double-digit growth in Asia

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The automated storage and retrieval systems market is expected to grow at an annual rate of 7.6 percent during the period 2018-2028, according to a report by Fact.mr.

North America is likely to maintain its lucrativeness in the automated storage and retrieval systems market, accounting for nearly 30 percent revenue share of the global market in 2018.

The report says that opportunities will not be limited to developed regions alone. Automated storage and retrieval systems market in Asia-Pacific excluding Japan is likely to register the highest annual growth rate throughout the forecast period.  [Read more…] about Automated storage and retrieval systems market to witness double-digit growth in Asia