Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)

Kardex’s compact and reliable intralogistics solutions offer high-density storage in a minimum footprint.

Combined with efficient and ergonomic storage and retrieval processes, Kardex will meet your storage needs. Whether you opt for a partially or fully automated storage solution, Kardex systems lead to significantly better utilization of storage space and reduce storage costs. 

Our accurate material flow and warehouse management system (WMS) ensures a fast and efficient process control. 

Benefits at a glance

  • Flexible and individual solutions

    Modular systems answer the various demands facing logistics locations. Kardex systems, components, software, and services are combinable and expandable.

  • High density

    High-compact storage and optimal use of available space lead to maximum storage capacity and save valuable resources. Use newly gained space for production expansions or other processes.

  • Accurate

    Warehouse management system (WMS) software coordinates material scheduling and ensures inventory is accurately stored, managed, and available.

  • Cost effective

    No matter what you store, Kardex's automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) are efficient, reliable, and reduce personnel resources and costs.

  • Service oriented

    Globally trained and certified service staff provide a holistic, modular solution to ensure your logistics and warehousing operations work effectively.

  • Secure

    Access restrictions protect valuable goods from theft and unauthorized use.

Flexible and individual solutions

Modular systems answer the various demands facing logistics locations. Kardex systems, components, software, and services are combinable and expandable.

High density

High-compact storage and optimal use of available space lead to maximum storage capacity and save valuable resources. Use newly gained space for production expansions or other processes.

Accurate

Warehouse management system (WMS) software coordinates material scheduling and ensures inventory is accurately stored, managed, and available.

Cost effective

No matter what you store, Kardex's automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) are efficient, reliable, and reduce personnel resources and costs.

Service oriented

Globally trained and certified service staff provide a holistic, modular solution to ensure your logistics and warehousing operations work effectively.

Secure

Access restrictions protect valuable goods from theft and unauthorized use.

The right solution for every requirement

A storage and retrieval system's performance and efficiency depends on finding the right storage solution. The following factors are decisive:

  • Storage capacity
  • Article quantity and diversity
  • Inventory dimensions and weight
  • Frequency of access
  • Building dimensions
  • Material flow and processes
  • Degree of automation

The possibilities and solutions for the storage and retrieval of goods are almost infinite. Therefore, Kardex's main focus is a consultation and personalized analysis of your requirements.


Kardex combines planning and production know-how to construct automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) using a wide range of proven standardized products, software solutions, and services. With these, we develop an intralogistics concept tailored to your individual needs.

Automated solutions for storage and retrieval

Relevant elements for automated storage and retrieval systems

  • “Order volume is highly variable and that was a big labor challenge for us in the past, but with the Kardex Megamat Vertical Carousel Modules we’re able to manage the fluctuation easily.”

    Sue McGibbon Jewelry Manager, TSC

  • “With a 40 foot ceiling, adding more rack didn’t make sense; it was more economical to go up than out. ”

    James Huddle Purchasing & Operations Manager, Diversco Supply

  • “We needed a full supply chain solution, not just a temporary fix.”

    Mike Hauser Stores System Manager, Jazz Aviation

  • “The Kardex Shuttle Vertical Lift Modules allowed us to free up floorspace and avoid a costly building expansion.”

    Doug Ward Logistics Manager, Kubota Canada

Insights

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    Maximizing storage | Calculating floor space & capacity

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    Case Study

    Redefining Space Utilization with AutoStore | Arbeitsschutz Express

    The fast-growing e-commerce company Arbeitsschutz Express required more storage and faster fulfillment processes - an AutoStore system turned out to be the right solution.
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    How-To Guide

    12 Manufacturing Warehouse Tips | Improve warehouse processes

    We've compiled 12 best practice tips for manufacturers to improve warehouse processes in the production environment and solve complex challenges.
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