ASRS Automated Storage Retrieval System

Product Introduction

Our ASRS Automated Storage Retrieval System is designed to automate the entire storage and retrieval process for pallets, cartons, totes, and industrial materials. The system combines high-rise racking structures, automated stacker cranes, conveyor systems, intelligent shuttle systems, and advanced warehouse management software into one fully integrated warehouse solution.
Through the support of a Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Warehouse Control System (WCS), the ASRS system can automatically complete goods storage, retrieval, inventory tracking, and material transportation with minimal manual intervention. This not only improves operational efficiency but also reduces handling errors and labor dependency.
The biggest benefit of an automated warehouse is that the racking can reach heights of 10 to 30 meters or more - land utilization is directly doubled. The entire process is unmanned, eliminating the need for manual pallet handling, with machines handling all storage and retrieval automatically. It also enables digital precision management - the location, quantity, and in/out time of every item are fully recorded by the system, achieving zero errors and easy cycle counting.

System Overview
• Warehouse Type: Pallet AS/RS / Miniload (Case & Tote System)
• Load Units: Pallets / Totes / Cartons
• Warehouse Height: 8–30 m (customizable)
• Operation Mode: Fully automated, 24/7 continuous operation
 

Core Equipment Performance
Stacker Crane 
• Type: Single-column / Double-column
• Load Capacity:
• Pallet system: 0.5–3 tons
• Miniload system: 50–200 kg
• Travel Speed:
• Pallet system: 160–240 m/min
• Miniload system: 240–360 m/min
• Efficiency:
• 40–50 pallets/hour (pallet system)
• 150–300 cases/hour (miniload system)
4-Way Shuttle System
• Load Capacity: 1.5 tons
• Speed: 1.5 m/s
• Direction Switching: ≤ 3 seconds
• Battery Life: 6–8 hours
• Battery Type: LiFePO₄ lithium battery
 

Conveyor System
• Types: Roller / Chain / Vertical Lift
• Speed: 12–20 m/min
• Inbound Processing Time: ≤ 5 min/pallet (including conveying)
 

Intelligent Control System
• WMS Functions: Inventory tracking, FIFO, batch traceability, expiry alerts, auto counting, reporting
• WCS Functions: Task scheduling, equipment coordination, route optimization, traffic control, alarm management
• System Integration: Standard API, compatible with ERP / MES systems
 

Key Advantages

Automation Improves Operational Efficiency
Automated equipment replaces manual labor. Machines work together to reduce human intervention, cutting down errors and delays. Equipped with sensors and control systems, they monitor real-time status and adjust to demand. This flexibility helps warehouses handle seasonal spikes or promotional surges with ease.

Information Management Optimizes Inventory Control
With our WMS, businesses can track inventory quantity, location, and status in real time. Every inbound and outbound operation is automatically recorded, generating detailed reports for better decision-making. The system can also suggest replenishment or adjust storage strategies based on historical data and forecasting-reducing overstock and stockouts while improving overall efficiency.

Higher Space Utilization
High-density storage solutions - such as high-bay racking and automated retrieval systems - make full use of vertical space. Racking can reach tens of meters in height, and there is no need for wide manual aisles, allowing more goods to be stored in the same footprint. The system can also adjust storage layouts based on item size and turnover frequency. Small items go into compact racks, while large items are directed to heavy-duty zones. This flexible space management further increases warehouse capacity.

Lower Operating Costs
Automation reduces reliance on manual labor, cutting labor costs. Efficient workflows shorten order processing time and reduce energy consumption and equipment wear.

Higher Order Picking Accuracy
Automated picking robots grab items precisely based on order information and scan barcodes to ensure accuracy. The system also performs weight and volume checks before shipment, adding an extra layer of verification. This multi-step validation reduces mis-shipments, omissions, customer complaints, and return-related costs.

Adaptability to Diverse Business Needs
Our automated warehouse solutions can be customized for different industries. In cold chain logistics, the system integrates temperature control to keep goods in the right environment during storage and handling. For manufacturing, it connects directly with production lines to automate the flow of raw materials and finished goods.

1. Integrated Advantages in Space Utilization, Efficiency, and Management
Our Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS) combines high-density storage, operational efficiency, and intelligent inventory management in one integrated solution.
With rack heights reaching several dozen meters, storage density can be 3–5 times higher than that of conventional warehouses, significantly increasing storage capacity within the same footprint. Stacker cranes, shuttle systems, conveyor lines, and WMS/WCS software work seamlessly together to support 24/7 automated operations, eliminating manual handling and searching while dramatically improving productivity and reducing errors to near zero.
The system records the location, quantity, batch number, and movement history of every item in real time. Advanced functions such as FIFO management, expiration-date monitoring, and automatic inventory counting ensure accurate and transparent inventory control.
In addition, our WMS and WCS platforms provide standard API interfaces for seamless integration with existing ERP, MES, SAP, and other enterprise systems, protecting your previous IT investments and enabling unified data management.

2. Modular Design for Maximum Flexibility
Whether you operate a newly built warehouse or an irregularly shaped existing facility, and whether your environment is ambient, refrigerated, or frozen, we can provide a tailored automation solution.
Stacker cranes, 4-way shuttle systems, and hybrid configurations can be selected according to your operational requirements. The modular architecture also supports phased implementation, allowing customers to spread investment costs over time and reduce upfront capital expenditure.

3. Clear Return on Investment with a Typical Payback Period of 3–5 Years
By maximizing storage space, reducing labor requirements by 50–70%, minimizing errors, and increasing operational efficiency, an automated warehouse typically achieves a return on investment within 3–5 years.
Over the long term, operating costs are significantly lower than those of conventional warehouses, making AS/RS a future-ready infrastructure investment that delivers sustainable business value.

4. In-House R&D and Manufacturing for Reliable Quality Control
With more than 20 years of industry experience, our company maintains a strong innovation-driven culture. R&D personnel account for 40% of our workforce, and we hold more than 90 patents and software copyrights.
Our 11,000-square-meter manufacturing facility in Nanjing is equipped with advanced production lines and a comprehensive quality control system. From raw material procurement to final product delivery, every stage is managed and monitored in-house to ensure product reliability and consistency.
Certified to ISO and CE standards, our products comply with international quality and safety requirements.

5. One-Stop Service from Concept to Completion
We provide comprehensive project support throughout the entire lifecycle, including site survey, solution design, 3D layout visualization, equipment manufacturing, installation, commissioning, operator training, and long-term after-sales service.
In addition, we work closely with experienced international logistics partners to efficiently manage export customs clearance, overseas transportation, and global project delivery. Our solutions have been successfully implemented in Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Kazakhstan, and other countries, ensuring a smooth and reliable experience for international customers.

6. Training and Knowledge Transfer for Independent Operation
We provide structured operator and maintenance training programs to help customers build in-house operational capabilities.
Detailed operation manuals, maintenance documentation, and remote technical support are also provided, ensuring that customers can confidently and independently operate and maintain the system after project handover.
 

7.Proven Experience Across Multiple Industries
We have successfully delivered AS/RS solutions for a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, food and beverage, cold chain logistics, pharmaceuticals, e-commerce, and automotive components.
Our extensive project experience enables us to quickly understand industry-specific challenges and recommend proven solutions that have already been validated in real-world applications. This helps customers reduce project risks, shorten implementation cycles, and achieve faster returns on investment.