How Vertical Automation Supercharged This Warehouse with 250% Faster Picking

The future of warehousing is vertical, and Geekplus is leading the way. With its RoboShuttle, the tallest mobile robot on the market, Geekplus has partnered with a global logistics provider to create a state-of-the-art warehouse, boosting storage capacity by an impressive 215% and picking efficiency by 250%.

This advanced automation solution utilizes the full height of the warehouse—up to 12 meters/ 40 feet—making it a game-changer for facilities looking to maximize space and efficiency. Let’s explore how this breakthrough is transforming global logistics.

The Challenge: Growing E-commerce and Storage Limitations

With the rapid growth of e-commerce, warehouses face mounting pressure to handle increasing order volumes. The challenge? Fitting thousands of SKUs into a space-constrained environment while ensuring fast, accurate order fulfillment.

The warehouse in this case had to:

• Manage high volumes of small and medium-sized goods across thousands of SKUs.
  
  
• Maximize storage capacity in a 9m (30ft)-high facility
  
  
• Maintain operational efficiency, especially during peak seasons, with minimal manual intervention.

This is where Geekplus's RoboShuttle solution came into play, revolutionizing how warehousing is done.

The Solution: Geekplus’s RoboShuttle, the Vertical Space Optimizer 🤖

The RoboShuttle system is at the heart of this transformation. Designed to bring storage totes directly to pickers, the system streamlines operations by automating the storage and retrieval of items. Here’s how it works:

• Perfect fit for a 9m (30ft) facility: In this warehouse, the RoboShuttle system operates at 8m (26ft)—just below ceiling pipes—maximizing the available vertical space while ensuring smooth operations.
  
  

• High-density storage: The RoboShuttle efficiently stores items in a compact, vertical layout, optimizing space.
  
  
• Automated tote retrieval: When an order is ready for picking, the RoboShuttle brings the correct totes to the picker, reducing unnecessary movement and errors.

• Scalability: The system is flexible and can easily scale up during peak times, ensuring smooth, efficient operations.
  
  
• Efficient Tote-to-Person Picking: The RoboShuttle brings storage totes directly to the picker, drastically reducing human movement and increasing efficiency.
  
  
  

Impressive Results: Storage Capacity and Scalability Unlocked

📦 215% Increase in Storage Capacity
Thanks to the high-density vertical layout, the warehouse now stores more goods in less space. By fully utilizing the height of the building, the RoboShuttle system ensures maximum storage without the need for additional square footage.

⚡ 250% Improvement in Picking Efficiency
The automation of tote retrieval and delivery to pickers has revolutionized the picking process. No more manual searching or walking—just fast, accurate picking, allowing the warehouse to process thousands of orders daily.

💼 50% Reduction in Labor Requirements
By automating labor-intensive tasks, the warehouse has reduced manual effort by 50%, enabling the workforce to focus on higher-value activities and improving overall operational efficiency.

What This Means for Global Logistics

The impact of this solution goes beyond just one warehouse—it represents the future of global logistics. As e-commerce continues to grow, the need for space-optimized, scalable automation solutions like the Geekplus RoboShuttle will only increase.

With its ability to reach heights of up to 12 meters (40 feet) and handle complex SKU management, the RoboShuttle is the ideal solution for companies looking to optimize both their vertical and operational space.

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Ready to Take Your Warehouse to the Next Level?

In an increasingly complex global supply chain, automation is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Geekplus’s RoboShuttle system is leading the way, offering warehouses the ability to scale, increase efficiency, and stay ahead of the competition. By maximizing vertical space, improving efficiency, and reducing costs, this solution is ready to transform your logistics operations.

Are you ready to future-proof your warehouse operations? Let’s talk automation!

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