Brief Introduction
Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) are best suited to applications where high volumes of inventory move in-and-out of manufacturing or distribution operations. Generally, in manufacturing, you would use an ASRS for Sequence Buffering, Kitting Operations, Work in process (WIP) or storage of a finished product. Distribution and Warehousing operations generally utilize ASRS for Goods-to-Person picking, Dynamic Replenishment, and Order Consolidation. Using an ASRS Warehouse can increase throughput and efficiency as well as saving space by minimizing the floor footprint used by going up instead of out.
Advantages
1. More efficient use of floor space
2. Ability to reclaim unused vertical space
3. Increased inventory storage density
4. Improved ergonomics and safety, resulting in fewer accidents
5. Reduced labor costs
6. Fewer labor constraints due to labor shortages
7. Often modular design for maximum flexibility
8. Increased order picking accuracy
More to know
Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) were once considered out of reach by many smaller order fulfillment operations and retail warehouses, who did not have the budget to invest in such advanced technology.
But as Asrs technology has rapidly advanced over the years, new options provide a wide variety of size, speed, cost, and flexibility, and has caused the rate of system adoption skyrocket. This has made Asrs Warehouse one of the most popular investment options available to most operations.
Are you still on the fence about the role that automated storage and retrieval might be able to play in making your operation more efficient and profitable?
What is ASRS?
An automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS)—also called AS-RS or ASRS—is a type or genre of warehouse automation technology specifically designed to buffer, store, and retrieve product and inventory on demand.
AS/RS technology varies substantially, and can be composed of shuttles, cranes, carousels, vertical lift modules (VLMs), micro-loads, mini-loads, unit-loads, or other systems. It is often integrated with a warehouse execution software (WES), warehouse management software (WMS), or other controls.
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