Scribd
Upload
39 views20 pages

18ME088 Internship Presentation

The document describes an Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) internship project. It defines an ASRS as an automated system for storing and retrieving items precisely, accurately, and quickly. The document outlines the components, types, and layouts of ASRS, including unit load and mini load systems, deep lane storage, and horizontal, rotary, and vertical carousels. It also discusses fixed aisle storage and retrieval and how ASRS are used to efficiently store inventory and improve productivity, capacity, and customer service.

Uploaded by

Lovely Singh
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
39 views20 pages

18ME088 Internship Presentation

The document describes an Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) internship project. It defines an ASRS as an automated system for storing and retrieving items precisely, accurately, and quickly. The document outlines the components, types, and layouts of ASRS, including unit load and mini load systems, deep lane storage, and horizontal, rotary, and vertical carousels. It also discusses fixed aisle storage and retrieval and how ASRS are used to efficiently store inventory and improve productivity, capacity, and customer service.

Uploaded by

Lovely Singh
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 20

ME-349 Summer Internship April-May 2020

Automated Storage and


Retrieval Systems
Mentor : Nipun Gosai
Submitted by : Keshav Sharma
18ME088
Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)
An automated storage/retrieval system (AS/RS) can be defined as a storage system under which a
defined degree of automation is to be implemented to ensure precision accuracy and speed in
performing storage and retrieval operations.

AS/RS Systems are devices designed for


automated storage and retrieval of parts and
items in manufacturing, distribution, retail,
wholesale and institutions.
Operation
Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems are systems linked to a computerized control with
an automated method of retrieving items from a designated storage location. The principle is
that the machine rather than a person does the searching and retrieving.

Most AS/RS units make significant use of


vertical space, leading to a high storage
density.
Objectives
● Increasing the storage capacity ● Control over inventories to be
● Increasing the stock rotation improved
● Utilization of maximum floor space ● Ensuring safety in storage function
● Recovering the space for ● Increasing the labour productivity
manufacturing facilities in storage function
● Customer service to be improved ● Reducing labour cost in storage
● Reducing pilferage and improving operation
security ● Customer service to be improved
Components and Terminology
Basic Structure
of ASRS
An AS/RS consists of one
or more storage aisles that
are serviced by a
storage/retrieval (S/R)
machine. The stored
materials are held by
storage racks of aisles. The
S/R machines are used to
deliver and retrieve
materials in and out of
inventory.
Components and Terminology contd.
● Storage Space : It is the three-dimensional space in the storage racks used to
store a single load unit of material.
● Storage Racks : This structural entity comprises storage locations, bays and
rows.
● Bay : It is the height of the storage rack from floor to the ceiling.
● Row : It is a series of bays placed side by side.
● Aisle : It is the spacing between two rows for the machine operations of AS/RS.
● Aisle Unit : It encompasses aisle space and racks adjacent to an aisle.
Components and Terminology contd.
● Storage Structure : It is the rack framework, made of fabricated steel that
supports the loads contained in the AS/RS and is used to store inventory items.
● Storage/Retrieval Machine : It is used to move items in and out of inventory. An
S/R machine is capable of both horizontal and vertical movement.A rail system
along the floor guides the machine and a parallel rail at the top of the storage
structure is used to maintain its alignment.
Components and Terminology contd.
● Storage Modules : These are the unit load containers used to hold the inventory items. These
include pallets, steel wire baskets and containers, pans and special drawers. These modules are
generally made to a standard base size capable of being stored in the structure and moved by the
S/R machines.
● Pickup and Deposit (P/D) Stations : P/D stations are where inventory is transferred into and out of
the AS/RS. They are generally located at the end of the aisles to facilitate easy access by the S/R
machines from the external material-handling system. The location and number of P/D stations
depends upon the origination point of incoming loads and the destination of output loads.
Types of AS/RS
Several important categories of AS/RS can be distinguished based on certain
features and applications. The following are the principal types :

● Unit Load AS/RS


● Mini Load AS/RS
● Deep-lane AS/RS
● Man-on-board AS/RS
Unit Load AS/RS
● Most common and widely used.
● Standard sized containers, one unit
component on one rack.
● Loads over 500 lb or 250 kg are
used.
● Ideal for manufacturing or
distribution operations.
Mini Load AS/RS
● More than one component per
storage space,
● Such a system is applicable where
the availability of space is limited.
● Often enclosed for security of
items stored.
● Tools, Packaging, etc.
Deep-lane AS/RS
● High-density unit load storage
system.
● Up to 10 items in a single rack (one
behind another).
● Useful for storing large quantities
of stock.
● Load enter from one side and
retrieved from other side.
Man-on-board AS/RS
● Human operator rides on the carriage
of the S/R machine to pick up
individual items from a rack.
● Individual items to be picked directly
at their storage locations.
● Ideal for less than unit load quantities.
Layouts of AS/RS
Following are the principal layouts possible in AS/RS :

● Horizontal Carousel
● Rotary Carousel
● Vertical Carousel
● Vertical Lift Module (VLM)
● Fixed Aisle (F/A) Storage Retrieval Systems
Horizontal Carousel
● Consisting of bins mounted on an oval track
that rotate horizontally to deliver stored
items to an operator.
● Computer controls are integrated into the
carousel system for performing different
transactions and inventory control.
● Save up to 60% of floor space when
compared to standard shelving and rack.
Rotary Carousel
● Consists of a fixed number of adjacent
storage columns or bays that are
mechanically attached to a rotary
positioning stage.
● Loads are inserted and extracted either
manually or through a automated
mechanism.
Vertical Carousel
● Consists of a number of horizontal shelves,
trays or bins that are mechanically linked to
an oval track which rotates vertically.
● Quickly deliver stored items to an
ergonomically positioned work counter at
the operator’s command.
● Save up to 75% of floor space when
compared to standard shelving and rack.
Vertical Lift Module (VLM)
● Incorporates two columns of trays with a
central inserter/extractor that automatically
locates and retrieves stored trays from both
columns, then presents them to the operator
at a waist-high pick window (P/D station).
● These systems save up to 85% of floor space
compared to static shelving and rack.
Fixed Aisle (F/A) Storage Retrieval Systems
● Consists of one or more long, narrow aisles
framed on both sides by a steel or extruded
aluminium storage rack structure from
which loads are automatically stored and
retrieved under computer control.
● Carriage are hoisted on frames to guide to a
particular location.
● Used for large and Heavy Loads (more than
500 kgs).
THANK
YOU
VERY MUCH

You might also like

pFad - Phonifier reborn

Pfad - The Proxy pFad of © 2024 Garber Painting. All rights reserved.

Note: This service is not intended for secure transactions such as banking, social media, email, or purchasing. Use at your own risk. We assume no liability whatsoever for broken pages.


Alternative Proxies:

Alternative Proxy

pFad Proxy

pFad v3 Proxy

pFad v4 Proxy