ISD (Integrated Systems Design) is proud to announce the launch of its URBX Cube Robotic ASRS. This new cube storage technology changes how distribution centers, warehouses, and factories handle high-density buffer storage. In today’s fast-moving e-commerce world, companies need better ways to pick and ship orders quickly.
The URBX system helps with three big problems: lack of floor space, high labor costs, and slow shipping speeds. Industrial real estate prices are going up every year. This automated storage & retrieval solution helps companies avoid the need to move to a bigger building. It makes the most of the space they already have.
“Traditional storage and retrieval systems require aisles for cranes or forklifts. This robotic cube system eliminates that waste,” states Bob Jones, Senior Analyst and Consultant at ISD. “You’re storing inventory in what used to be empty air. That matters when you’re paying $15 per square foot for industrial space.”
Solving the Warehouse Floor Space Crisis
Many distribution centers are simply running out of room. When a warehouse gets too crowded, work slows down and mistakes happen. Usually, building a new facility takes 18 to 24 months. It also costs a lot of money. At the same time, companies have more products to store than ever before. This means they must find better storage solutions that do not require a larger footprint.
“We’ve seen operations store inventory in trailers parked in their lots,” explains Ed Romaine, VP Marketing and Business Development at ISD. “That’s not a storage strategy. That’s desperation. You can’t efficiently pick from a trailer 200 yards from your packing stations. This indicates a much larger problem—lack of floor space.”
The ISD URBX 3D robotic asrs works differently than older systems. Most systems use heavy cranes that move down long aisles. This system uses a dense grid.
Small, autonomous robots move through a three-dimensional structure. They can climb up and down or move side to side. Because they do not need aisles, they can store items in a tight cube storage arrangement.
High-Speed Results and Performance
The URBX Cube Robotic ASRS is a top autostore competitor. It is built for robotic case picking and high-speed work. It can reach heights of 125 feet. Most warehouses have a lot of empty space near the ceiling. This system uses that space to store goods.
Technical Details for the URBX System:
- The robots can carry up to 100 pounds at a time.
- Each robot can present 500 totes or cases every hour.
- The system can handle 1,000 storage and retrieval cycles per hour.
- It works with containers that are 6 inches to 24 inches tall.
The system offers seamless integration with your existing tools. It connects easily to warehouse management systems (WMS) and other warehouse software. It can also work alongside vertical lift modules vlms and horizontal carousels to create a fully automated warehouse.
How AI Helps Your Supply Chain
Modern supply chains need to be smart. The URBX system uses machine learning to decide the best path for every robot. The AI-driven grid technology makes sure the robots never get in each other’s way. This keeps the order processing moving at top speed.
“Think of it as three-dimensional chess,” notes Romaine. “The robots know where every tote or case sits. AI-driven software constantly optimizes its pathways. Utilizing integrated slotting logic, the system is storing popular SKUs in easily accessible locations and moving slow-movers to deeper positions—automatically, continuously, without human intervention.”
These autonomous mobile robots amrs use vision systems to read barcodes and check for errors. The system is energy efficient and very reliable. Because there are many robots in the fleet, the system keeps running even if one robot needs a repair.
Why Industry Leaders Choose Robotic Storage
The URBX system works for many different types of businesses:
- Ecommerce: It allows for fast goods to person picking so customers get their orders sooner.
- Retail: It helps stores manage both online orders and store shelves from one place.
- 3PLs: Third-party logistics providers can use the flexible storage locations to help many different clients.
- Electronics: It provides a safe way to store thousands of small parts in a tiny space.
- Pharmaceuticals: With real-time tracking, companies can make sure they ship the oldest medicine first.
“One automotive parts distributor we worked with needed to double their SKU count without expanding their building,” Romaine states. “Traditional racking couldn’t deliver that. The Cube robotic system gave them 3.5 times their previous storage capacity in the same footprint. They canceled a planned facility expansion that would have cost $12 million.”
Getting a Fast Return on Investment
Buying a robotic storage system is a big step, but the savings are even bigger. Most companies see their labor productivity go up by three or four times. Instead of workers walking miles every day to find items, the system brings the items to a picking station. This saves time and reduces tiredness.
Using automated storage and retrieval also cuts down on mistakes. When a computer tracks every item, pick accuracy often goes above 99.9 percent. This means fewer returns and happier customers.
“One ecommerce operation calculated their payback at 22 months,” notes Romaine. “They eliminated 18 picking positions, gained 12,000 additional pallet positions, and improved order accuracy from 98.1% to 99.7%. Those aren’t hypothetical benefits. They’re documented results measured six months post-implementation.”
Why Choose Integrated Systems Design (ISD)?
ISD has over 60 years of experience in material handling. We do not just sell one type of machine. We look at your whole business to find the best fit. Whether you need shuttle systems, conveyors, or robotic storage, we can help. Our OptimalOps-Process helps us design a system that works for your specific goals.
“We’re integrators who happen to manufacture some products—not manufacturers trying to be integrators,” Romaine concludes. “That difference matters. We recommend the URBX Cube Robotic ASRS if it’s the right solution. We recommend other technologies when they fit better. Your operational success is our success.”
If you want to improve your warehouse, ISD offers free consultations. We can look at your data and show you where you can save money and improve speed.
About ISD – Integrated Systems Design ISD is a leader in warehouse automation. We help companies use ASRS, AMRs, and smart software to grow their business. Our 8-step process ensures you get the best return on your investment and future-proof your warehouse. We focus on picking, sorting, and shipping to make your business run better.
For more information: Contact Ed Romaine, VP Marketing & Business Development, Email: eromaine@isddd.com, Phone: 215-512-7711
