Murata Machinery USA ( Muratec )
Uni-SHUTTLE and SHUTTLINER systems are both relatively new to the market and will dramatically impact the sector .”
The Ledger A3 is fast , moving 400 trays per hour , traveling 984 feet per minute , and carrying loads up to 60 lbs . in total across four totes . In layman ’ s terms : it ’ s big , strong , and fast ! “ We ’ re excited about this system . It fills a missing gap in the small goods market for a high-density mini-load , goods-to-person system ,” he goes on .
The ROI of automation
With an extensive background in sales , engineering , and marketing within automation , industrial , and manufacturing sectors , Scott is an industry thought leader focused on engaging , challenging , and leading organizations toward growth and efficiency to boost their bottom line . Organizations can utilize full-system integration to enhance productivity and meet emerging market alterations with dexterity , efficiency , and accuracy .
“ One important factor surrounding automation is ROI analysis ,” he reveals . “ When we sit down with our partners and talk about a turnkey solution , we will always learn enough about their business to evaluate if full integration is an option . Then , discuss system and operating costs and the return they can expect on the investment . It makes a huge impact on how a customer will partner with us , and in turn , on how they will justify automation implementation .”
There ’ s no mistaking that automation can require huge capital expenditure , but as Scott points out , it can also pay dividends for stakeholders in the long run . “ There are several things a business must consider before it begins to enhance automation ; the most important being floor space . By introducing an ASRS , for instance , the overall floor space within a warehouse can be dramatically decreased .
▲ Muratec Shuttliner to ASRS to G2P
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