Autostore has introduced new grid capabilities: the AutoStore Multi-Temperature Solution, an expanded 18-level grid, a motorised service vehicle and enhancements to the cube control software. Building on AutoStore’s foundation of “unmatched density, efficiency, and scalability, these innovations will help businesses maintain a competitive edge with their automated fulfillment solutions”, the company says in a release.
“AutoStore is shifting to a regular cadence of product announcements, focusing on innovation and execution to better serve our customers. This fall, our new products directly address the challenges our customers face, while providing them with new tools to improve operational efficiency”, says Mats Hovland Vikse, CEO of AutoStore.
The Multi-Temperature Solution allows multiple temperature zones within a single AutoStore cube. It is designed for frozen and chilled environments with a temperature range of -25°C in the frozen section to +6°C in the cooled areas. The picking of frozen products occurs at the Ports in the chilled area to eliminate picking of items within extreme frozen temperatures, thus creating a better working environment for operators. This will allow customers to have a solution that can increase speed and efficiency with their frozen inventory. be installed by Swisslog. The Multi-Temperature Solution will be available for order from Q1, 2025.
The vertical reach of the AutoStore Grid is extended, increasing its height from 16 to 18 levels with 330 mm bins, and 24 to 26 levels with 220 mm bins. This expansion increases storage density by up to 12.5%. Additionally, adding two more levels allows fulfillment centres to reduce grid floor space by up to 11%, without sacrificing accuracy, flexibility, or modularity. This capability is available for all customers implementing new grid installations.
The motorised service vehicle is a safety tool that the company says provides an easier way to manoeuvre on top of the grid when performing routine maintenance tasks. This ensures even greater system reliability for large customers while prioritising worker safety.
AutoStore has also enhanced its cube control software and users can now proactively address issues during breaks or off-hours, turning unplanned stops into planned interventions. Additionally, the Unify Analytics platform has been improved to provide even more comprehensive system oversight.
