Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS) is a modern warehouse management system, which uses advanced technology and equipment to realize the automatic storage and extraction of materials or commodities. The following details the main equipment and functions of the automated warehouse:
Main equipment of automated warehouse
Stacker
Functions: The stacker is one of the core equipment of the automated warehouse, which is responsible for storing goods or taking goods out of the shelf.
Type: Common stackers include roadway stackers, shuttle stackers, etc.
conveying system
Function: The conveying system is used to transport goods from the warehousing area to the stacker, or from the stacker to the outbound area.
Type: including chain conveyor, roller conveyor, belt conveyor, etc.
Shelf system
Function: The rack system is used to store goods, and select the appropriate rack type according to the size and weight of different goods.
Type: including pallet shelf, unit shelf, mobile shelf, etc.
Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV)
Function: AGV is a kind of driverless transport vehicle, which is used to automatically transport goods in the warehouse.
Type: including magnetic navigation AGV, laser navigation AGV, visual navigation AGV, etc.
Control system
Functions: The control system is responsible for the operation management of the entire warehouse, including task scheduling, path planning, equipment monitoring, etc.
Type: including computer control system, PLC control system, etc.
information system
Function: The information system is used to manage the logistics information in the warehouse, including the location, quantity, and receipt/issue records of goods.
Type: including warehouse management system (WMS), material handling system (MHS), etc.
picking system
Function: The picking system is used to automate order picking and improve picking efficiency and accuracy.
Type: including electronic label picking system, goods to people picking system, etc.
Packaging and sorting equipment
Function: used for packing and sorting goods to ensure that goods are sent to customers accurately.
Type: including automatic packer, automatic sealing machine, barcode scanner, etc.
Lifting platform
Function: The lifting platform is used for the vertical transportation of goods to ensure that goods can be quickly transferred between different floors.
Type: including hydraulic lifting platform, electric lifting platform, etc.
auxiliary equipment
Functions: including safety protection devices, lighting systems, ventilation equipment, etc., to ensure the safe operation and environmental conditions of the warehouse.
Key points of implementation
System integration: ensure that all devices can be seamlessly connected to achieve information sharing and collaborative work.
Software compatibility: select hardware equipment compatible with the existing information system to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of data transmission.
Safety: various safety factors, such as anti-collision device and emergency stop button, shall be considered during design and installation.
Maintenance: regularly maintain the equipment to ensure the stable operation of the system.
Through the use of the above equipment and technology, automated warehouse can significantly improve the operating efficiency of the warehouse, reduce costs, reduce manual errors, and provide strong support for modern supply chain management. With the continuous development of logistics technology, the future automated warehouse will also integrate more intelligent functions to further improve its automation level and flexibility.
