Horizontal Carousel AS/RS - Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems

Horizontal Carousel AS/RS – Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems

Looking to optimize your order fulfillment and warehouse storage and retrieval processes? Look no further than the Horizontal Carousel AS/RS! This time-tested Goods-to-Person (G2P) system cost-effectively streamlines operations, maximizes efficiency, and minimizes errors. With its automated storage and retrieval capabilities, the Horizontal Carousel AS/RS enables seamless access to inventory items simply and easily.

Imagine a system where storage bins rotate horizontally, bringing items directly to the operator’s workstation, eliminating wasted walk and search time for inventory. A group of carousels (often 3-5) work as one integrated pod or workstation.

Each horizontal carousel in the pod rotates via the shortest path to present the required SKU to the workstation. The operator simply looks for the pick lights to show them the carousel, shelf, cell, and number of items to pick. The items are picked and then distributed to the open orders in a batch workstation. Each order in the batch workstation will have put-to-light indicators telling the operator where to place how many items they just picked (of that one SKU) in each active order.

This process is continued in a round robin fashion until the entire batch has been picked. Once the batch is completed, another batch is instantly inducted, and round robin picking resumes. Each batch is picked by the operator using the horizontal carousels until the wave of orders is completed. Hot picks and replenishment activities can be interleaved or left as dedicated tasks based on every organization’s unique inventory and order profile requirements.

This technology-driven solution not only increases productivity but also reduces labor costs and improves order accuracy. ISD’s Horizontal Carousel AS/RS systems are designed with precision and reliability at their core, with its user-friendly interface and software, real-time inventory tracking, and customizable configurations.

Key Features and Components of Horizontal Carousel ASRS

The Horizontal Carousel ASRS is a sophisticated storage and retrieval system that combines advanced technology with efficient design. At the heart of this system are the horizontal carousels, which rotate to bring the required items directly to the operator’s workstation. These carousels are typically arranged in a pod configuration, with 3-5 carousels working together as an integrated unit.

Each horizontal carousel is equipped with storage bins that can hold a variety of items, from small parts to larger products. The carousels are driven by powerful motors and controlled by a central computer system, which ensures smooth and precise rotation to deliver the desired item quickly and accurately. The computer system also tracks the location and quantity of each item stored in the system, providing real-time inventory data and enabling efficient storage and retrieval processes.

The Horizontal Carousel ASRS also features a user-friendly interface, often with touch screens or other intuitive controls, that allow operators to easily navigate the system and initiate storage and retrieval tasks. The system may also include additional components, such as conveyor belts, pick-to-light systems, and automated picking tools, to further streamline the workflow and enhance productivity.