Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS)
Maximize your footprint, secure your inventory, and accelerate throughput with intelligent automated storage.
The Challenge: Space is Finite, Demand is Not
Modern warehouses and distribution centers face a constant squeeze. Floor space is increasingly expensive, labor availability is unpredictable, and customer expectations for speed are higher than ever.
Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) replace horizontal sprawl with high-density vertical storage, transforming your facility from a static warehouse into a high-speed, precision engine.
The Han-Tek Advantage: 65 Years of Custom Integration
At Han-Tek, we understand that every warehouse is unique. Whether you are dealing with limited space, high SKU counts, or unique inventory items, buying storage hardware is only half the equation. The real ROI comes from how that hardware communicates with the rest of your facility.
With over 50 years of industry experience, our team of experts specializes in designing and implementing customized AS/RS solutions. We create the control systems that fully integrate your AS/RS with production lines, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and enterprise administrative processes.
Already have an AS/RS System?
If you already have an automated system in place, Han-Tek specializes in retrofitting and modifying existing setups. Our experienced technicians and engineers offer comprehensive maintenance, repair, and upgrade services to ensure your system operates at peak performance.
Scalable Solutions for Every Payload
Because we are technology agnostic, we source and integrate the exact right architecture for your specific operational requirements:
Unit Load AS/RS
Designed to handle large, unitized loads such as pallets or totes, featuring high-density storage racks and automated cranes to store and retrieve entire loads efficiently
Mini Load AS/RS
Ideal for handling smaller items such as boxes, bins, or cartons utilizing compact storage bins and automated robots for precision and speed.
Deep Lane Storage
Utilizes specialized storage racks with multiple pallet positions per aisle, allowing automated shuttles to retrieve pallets from deep within the racks for maximum density.
Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs)
Compact, vertical systems that use a robotic extractor to retrieve items from storage trays and deliver them directly to the operator at an ergonomic picking station.
Shuttle Systems
Robotic carts that move along horizontal and vertical tracks within a storage rack, accessing multiple levels to retrieve items rapidly.
AS/RS with Cranes
Highly versatile systems utilizing automated stacker cranes to handle a wide range of load sizes, making them ideal for medium to large-scale distribution centers.
The Measurable Impact of AS/RS
When properly integrated by the Han-Tek team, an automated storage solution delivers immediate, facility-wide benefits:
Maximizes Space Utilization: Utilize vertical space efficiently to allow for high-density storage and maximum warehouse capacity.
Improves Efficiency: Streamline operations to reduce cycle times and dramatically increase throughput.
Enhances Accuracy: Precise computer-controlled technology minimizes picking errors and ensures accurate inventory management.
Increases Productivity: Eliminate manual tasks and optimize workflow, allowing for faster order fulfillment and improved customer satisfaction.
Consider a No-Obligation Han-Tek Engineering Assessment
We will identify your materials handling problems, present innovative solutions, and provide a proposal that specifies improvements, identifies costs, and calculates return on investment.