ASRS Solutions

An automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS or AS/RS) consists of a variety of computer-controlled cranes for automatically placing and retrieving loads from defined storage locations. Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) are typically used in applications where:

• There is a very high volume of loads being moved into and out of storage
• Storage density is important because of space constraints
• No value is added in this process (no processing, only storage and transport)
• Accuracy is critical because of potential expensive damages to the load
• Resequencing of product before delivering it to the next process

An AS/RS can be used with standard loads as well as nonstandard loads, meaning that each standard load can fit in a uniformly-sized volume. Standard loads simplify the handling of a request of an item. In addition, audits of the accuracy of the inventory of contents can be restricted to the contents of an individual metal box, rather than undergoing a top-to-bottom search of the entire facility, for a single item.