Since 2022, mbw has been relying on the AutoStore system to revolutionize warehouse processes and meet the increasing demands for efficiency and sustainability. The decision to implement AutoStore was made because the system not only uses storage space efficiently but also saves energy and adapts flexibly to varying storage needs. With an area of around 400 square meters and a capacity for over 12,000 containers, the AutoStore system provides mbw with the ability to store large quantities of goods compactly and automatically.
The introduction of the AutoStore system at mbw has not only significantly improved the efficiency of warehouse processes but also brought considerable benefits in terms of energy savings and sustainability. Compared to traditional pick warehouses, which often rely on manual processes and high energy consumption, AutoStore offers an innovative, resource-efficient solution.
AutoStore uses battery-powered robots to move and pick goods in a compact, vertical storage system. These robots consume significantly less energy than traditional systems as they operate more efficiently and follow optimized paths between storage locations. Since the robots only consume energy when they are in motion, the system significantly reduces energy usage during daily operations.
Another advantage of AutoStore is its optimized use of space. By building vertically and condensing storage capacities, it requires less floor space, which in turn reduces the need for energy-intensive lighting and climate control. Unlike conventional warehouses, where large areas must be continuously lit and climate-controlled, AutoStore minimizes this energy consumption.
For mbw, this translates into a more sustainable way of working, where not only efficiency is improved, but energy consumption is also reduced. AutoStore enables mbw to achieve economic growth while also lowering its environmental footprint and responsibly managing resources.
