Automated mini-load or small parts warehouses (ASPW) are for efficiently storing small parts in containers, boxes, or trays and guarantee short access times, high handling performance, and optimal use of space.
The entire system works by the goods-to-person principle and consists, among other things, of a shelf system, stacker crane with load-handling attachment, materials handling technology, and control system. The goods are stored in steel shelves, on wall clips, or on shelves. A prerequisite for operating an ASPW is a suitable warehouse management system.
ASPW Characteristics:
Stores containers, trays, or boxes
Made up of individual lanes
Storage one or two rows deep
Operated by means of a fully automated
stacker crane for each lane
Can be combined with picking stations
Connected to materials handling technology
Flow rack channels can be integrated
Height up to approx. 25 m