Miniload

Application Level :

Medium

MFS-ORD-20250817-NBS-0001-29

A miniload automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) uses stacker cranes or shuttles to automatically store and retrieve small items, totes, or cartons in high-density racking with narrow aisles. It supports efficient handling of lightweight loads with high precision, space optimization, and reduced manual labor at increased throughput. Crane speed and aisle layout determine capacity; this setup can define thousands of storage locations. Integrates with upstream conveyors, picking stations, and WMS/WCS for automated inventory control and order buffering. Typical process areas: inbound (receiving and putaway), storage (high-density buffering), order picking (goods-to-person fulfillment), outbound (consolidation and shipping waves), and returns processing.

Sectors: e-commerce, retail distribution, pharmaceuticals, electronics, automotive spare parts, manufacturing. Goods: small parts, totes, trays, cartons, bins, lightweight items. Use cases: high-density storage and buffering, goods-to-person order fulfillment, inventory management, automated putaway and retrieval, returns processing. Strengths: space optimization with high vertical utilization, reduced labor costs, high throughput and accuracy, scalable modular design, low error rates.

Mechanical Components: Supply and assembly of high-quality hardware such as conveyor systems, rollers, belts, sorters, lifts, and structural frames, customized to your facility's layout and throughput requirements.
Electrical and Automation Hardware: Provision of motors, sensors, switches, cabling, and control panels, all sourced from reliable manufacturers to guarantee durability and efficiency.
PLC Programming and Software: Development and implementation of programmable logic controller (PLC) software tailored to your processes, including logic design, HMI interfaces, SCADA integration, and simulation testing using tools like Material Flow Studio for optimized performance.
Commissioning Services: On-site installation, system startup, functional testing, troubleshooting, and fine-tuning to achieve full operational capability, with safety checks and compliance verification.
Documentation and Training: Detailed technical manuals, as-built drawings, maintenance guides, and hands-on training sessions for your team to ensure smooth ongoing operations.
Support and Warranty: Initial post-commissioning support, including remote monitoring options, and a standard warranty on all components and services.

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