AutoStoreHighly efficient and reliable

Why AutoStore?

Investing in new storage capacity is expensive and time-consuming, and is preceded by a complex planning phase. This not only deters potential businesses, but also requires a holistic review of a company’s own intralogistics.

The fully automated AutoStore system can be adapted to suit any spatial constraints on site. This allows picker workstations to be arranged as desired, thereby achieving higher storage capacities without the need for major modifications.

Benefits of AutoStore

In terms of its basic design, AutoStore is similar to a static storage system, but it is a robot-operated structure that allows for sorting and the repositioning of containers at any time. Using iFD’s warehouse management system, orders can effectively be ‘pre-scheduled’ to a certain extent once it is clear that they will be needed soon.

Maximale Ausnutzung von vorhandenem Lagerraum
durch flexible Anpassung (z.B. über verschiedene Ebenen)
Modularer Aufbau
der sich gut an jegliche Lagerflächen anpassen lässt
Skalierbar in der Lagerfläche & im Lagervolumen
das Gesamtlager kann flexibel erweitert werden
Hohe Durchsatzleistung und Kosteneinsparung
durch effektive Energienutzung der Roboter

See for yourself

Communication between the iFD module and the AutoStore system takes place via a task interface, a tried-and-tested, stable, fast and uninterrupted communication method. The challenge in integrating the AutoStore solution lies in preparing the data in such a way as to make the best possible use of the system’s internal optimisation. Using the information provided by the overarching system, the AutoStore module carries out preliminary work planning. This information is passed directly to AutoStore via the interface. By continuously monitoring the call-off quantities per item, the container position is optimised throughout the process.

The AutoStore module also includes a dashboard for calculating and visually presenting forecasts, system utilisation and availability, as well as key performance indicators. Information such as port throughput (containers per port per hour), system efficiency (average waiting time at the ports) and the average order fulfilment time (when the order starts at the picking port following order allocation) is displayed visually on the dashboard and via the app on mobile devices. The current status of each robot can also be accessed by staff at the port or in the control room.

Warehouse Pilot

The iFD WarehousePilot platform integrateswarehouse management, realising its full potential when combined with material flow control and forklift guidance systems.

The iFD Warehouse Pilot platform connects specialised systems to form an integrated end-to-end solution for intralogistics. Existing systems can be upgraded step by step without disrupting operations

This integrated architecture does not result in isolated individual solutions, but rather in consistent control logic across the entire operation.

WarehousePilot Store

Warehouse management forms the data and process layer of intralogistics. It creates transparency regarding inventory, orders, and processes, and ensures that information is available where it is needed.

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WarehousePilot Control

Material flow control coordinates the physical flow of goods in the warehouse. It combines conveyor technology, shuttle systems, and manual processes into a stable, controllable overall process.

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WarehousePilot Execute

The forklift guidance system controls and optimizes vehicle-related processes. It ensures efficient routes, clear task allocation, and seamless integration into the overarching control logic.

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