What is automation in the intralogistics industry?
Intralogistics refers to all logistics activities within the confines of a warehouse or factory, encompassing the design, implementation, management, monitoring, and optimization of material flows and the corresponding handling of information.
A smart intralogistics system facilitates efficient management of materials and goods within a facility by providing:
- Inventory management and analysis
- Intelligent inbound and outbound warehouse operations
- Optimization of internal transportation (e.g., Autonomous Mobile Robots – AMR, Automated Guided Vehicles – AGV)
- Integration with higher-level management software, such as ERP, MES, and WES
- Integration with systems for managing robots and production equipment
This creates a seamless, closed-loop flow of both materials and information.
Applications of automation in the intralogistics industry
A simple intralogistics process includes the following stages: receiving raw materials, converting raw materials into finished products, storage, inventory management, and shipping. Today, with the application of modern technologies such as robots, conveyor systems, sensors, AMR/AGV for material transport, storage racks, and smart warehouse and robot management software, the entire intralogistics process can be fully automated.
We provide expertise and solutions to support each phase of the customer’s intralogistics automation process, including analysis and assessment, design, implementation, and technical support.
We offer automation solutions such as:
- Robotic systems for material handling and sorting
- Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR/AGV) for material transport
- Smart warehouse systems: AS/RS systems, Kardex smart warehouses
- Software systems for material handling, autonomous robot navigation, and smart warehouse management.
Benefits of automation in the intralogistics industry
The application of automation in intralogistics offers several benefits, including:
- Automating warehouse inbound and outbound processes: The automated warehouse management system (WMS) allows for monitoring and managing all activities related to goods in the warehouse. Any changes in the status of products are continuously updated in real time. Barcode or RFID technology enables quick identification and tracking of the location and quantity of goods, reducing search times and minimizing the risk of errors.
- Optimizing storage space: Algorithms or AI can calculate and logically arrange goods to maximize space utilization. Based on the size, weight, and characteristics of the products, the WMS suggests appropriate storage locations. Additionally, conveyor systems and Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs) play a crucial role in moving goods without human intervention.
- Real-time data and intelligent analytics: Modern intralogistics systems provide real-time data on the status of goods and warehouse activities. With IoT technology and smart sensors, businesses can monitor and manage their warehouses remotely. Using the information provided, they can analyze and forecast upcoming outcomes, enabling rapid and accurate decision-making regarding inventory or production.
