Warehouse automation system Optimizes Space Utilization Simplifies Maintenance Increases Versatility Maximizes Volume Modular design for unlimited configurations in the smallest footprint Standard components improve parts availability and streamline repairs System allows for expansion as capacity requirements change Higher throughputs with significantly more storage than traditional systems

Warehouse automation system Automated Storage and Retrieval System The StorFast product portfolio consists of high-density Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) and a full range of robot-based palletizing, depalletizing and material handling solutions to provide superior cost and performance advantages over other traditional warehouse systems. Signode manufactures and integrates comprehensive warehouse automation solutions to maximize operational savings for the supply chain. ¢ Optimizes space With modular construction and a high level of adaptability, StorFast ASRS works within building...

Warehouse automation system Aisle Cart The Aisle Cart moves the palletized loads along a central aisle on each level. Its primary function is to transport the Row Shuttle with or without a pallet. The Aisle Cart loads pallets to or from the Buffer Conveyors by means of a chain conveyor. The Aisle Cart can be used to transfer a load from one row to another row on the same level. Row Shuttle The Row Shuttle handles the transportation of pallets in and out of the storage rows of each level. Row Shuttles are battery or ultracapacitor powered. The warehouse system rows are perpendicular to the central...

Warehouse automation system Major Components of a StorFast System The StorFast system is comprised of a distributed guide-rail storage system called Modules. Each storage Module has multiple levels and within each level is a network of central main aisles with multiple rows located on the right and left sides for storage and retrieval of pallets. Operating on the main aisle of every module level is an Aisle Cart that carries a companion Row Shuttle that undocks to navigate the many rows. The Aisle Cart and Row Shuttle are all-electric powered vehicles for automatically storing and retrieving...